Avaliações do Box

Sobre Box

O Box é uma moderna plataforma de gestão de conteúdo que transforma como as organizações trabalham e colaboram para alcançar resultados mais rapidamente.

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Vantagens:

Easier to use than Dropbox. Better customer service.

Desvantagens:

If you don't know what "folder" a document is in - or even its exact document name, the search tool can be very difficult, and almost useless.

Notas do Box

Pontuação média

Praticidade
4,4
Atendimento ao cliente
4,2
Recursos
4,4
Relação qualidade/preço
4,3

Probabilidade de recomendação

8,3/10

O Box tem uma classificação geral de 4,4 em 5 estrelas com base em 5 195 avaliações de usuários no Capterra.

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carlos
Autre, França
Automotivo, 2 - 10 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

Recomendado

4,0 há 3 semanas Novo

Vantagens:

Sincronização rapida guardei muitos aquivis sem problemas

Desvantagens:

Nao tenho nada negativo para dizer ate agora 5 estrelas

Paulo
Paulo
Designer, Brasil
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Design, Profissional autônomo
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

Seus arquivos na nuvem

4,0 há 3 anos

Comentários: Serve a seu propósito de armazenar e compartilhar arquivos, a experiência tem sido satisfatória.

Vantagens:

Gosto da interface, limpa, intuitiva e prática.

Desvantagens:

As vezes acontecem falhas no upload de arquivos.

Giseuda
Maquiadora, Brasil
Roupa e moda, Profissional autônomo
Usou o software para: Avaliação gratuita
Fonte da avaliação

Super recomendo

5,0 há 4 meses

Comentários: Gostei muito e recomendo

Vantagens:

Muito bom,fácil manejo ,prático e rápido

Desvantagens:

Até agora não encontrei pontos negativos

Newton Leite Barbosa
Newton Leite Barbosa
Engenheiro Civil, Brasil
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Construção, 2 - 10 funcionários
Usou o software para: Avaliação gratuita
Fonte da avaliação

Solução boa para gerenciamento de arquivos

5,0 mês passado Novo

Comentários: Em uma visão geral ele é um aplicativo muito fácil de usar e de fácil acesso

Vantagens:

Facilidade de acesso e facilidade em usar

Desvantagens:

Não tenho muito pra falar sobre o que menos gosto, pois não utilizei por muito tempo

Balamurugan
Balamurugan
Video Editor, Índia
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Gestão da educação, 11 - 50 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de um ano
Fonte da avaliação

Simple, Enhanced and Secure Cloud Storage

5,0 há 4 semanas Novo

Vantagens:

I've been using Box for a few months now, and I have to say that I'm really impressed with the software. One of the features that I appreciate the most is the ease of use. The interface is intuitive and user-friendly, so I was able to start using the software right away without any difficulty.Another feature that I really like about Box is the ability to collaborate with my team members easily. With Box, I can share files with my team members, leave comments, and suggest changes in real-time. This feature has made it much easier for us to work together on projects, even when we're not in the same location. The security features of Box are also top-notch. I feel confident that my data is protected and secure with Box's advanced security features, including two-factor authentication and data encryption. This gives me peace of mind and allows me to focus on my work without worrying about data breaches or unauthorized access.Additionally, the document storage and organization features of Box are excellent. I can easily upload, store, and manage my files, and the ability to tag my files with keywords for easy searchability is a real time-saver. Overall, Box has streamlined my workflow and helped me work more efficiently.

Desvantagens:

Overall, I find Box to be a useful and reliable software for document management, collaboration, and data security. However, there are a few improvements that I think could be made to make the software even better.One area where I think Box could improve is in its search functionality. While the ability to tag files with keywords is helpful, I sometimes find that the search function doesn't always return the results I'm looking for. It would be great if Box could improve the search algorithm to make it easier to find specific files. Another area where I think Box could improve is in its pricing. While I think the features of Box are valuable and worth the cost, the pricing can be a bit steep for smaller businesses or individuals. It would be great if Box could offer more affordable pricing plans for smaller businesses or individuals who don't need all the features of the higher-priced plans.Finally, while I appreciate the security features of Box, I sometimes find that they can be a bit cumbersome to use. Two-factor authentication, while important for security, can be a bit time-consuming and frustrating to set up and use. It would be great if Box could streamline the security features to make them easier to use without compromising on security. Overall, I still think Box is a great software for document management and collaboration, but there are definitely some improvements that could be made to make it even better. If Box can make these improvements, I think it could

Maaz
Director, Índia
Agricultura, 11 - 50 funcionários
Usou o software para: 6 a 12 meses
Fonte da avaliação

Alternativas consideradas:

Review of Box

5,0 há 2 meses Novo

Comentários: All in all, I'm really happy with Box. If you're looking for a secure and user-friendly platform for managing and collaborating on your content, I would definitely recommend it. The cost and limited storage space might not be ideal for everyone, and the setup process can be a bit of a challenge, but in my experience, Box is a great choice for businesses of all sizes.

Vantagens:

Box is a fantastic platform for businesses that need a cloud-based solution for managing and collaborating on their content. I've been using it for a few months now, and I'm really impressed with what it has to offer. Here's my take on Box:Pros:Easy to use: The interface is intuitive and user-friendly, making it simple for me and my team to store and share files.Great for collaboration: Box has all the collaboration tools we need to work together on projects effectively, like file sharing, commenting, and version history.Secure: Security is a top priority for Box, with features like encryption, two-factor authentication, and access controls, so I feel confident that our business data is safe.Integrates well: Box integrates seamlessly with other tools we use, like Microsoft Office, Slack, and Salesforce, which makes it even easier for us to work with a variety of software solutions.

Desvantagens:

Cons:Cost: It can be a bit pricey compared to other file storage and collaboration platforms, especially if you have a large team.Limited storage: Box's business plan doesn't offer a ton of storage space, which could be an issue if your company has a lot of files to store.

Avaliador Verificado
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Telecomunicações, 501 - 1 000 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

Reliable and Secure Cloud Storage for Business Needs

3,0 mês passado Novo

Comentários: Overall, our experience with Box has been positive. The software is user-friendly and provides a reliable and secure cloud storage solution. We particularly appreciate the backup and recovery features, which have helped us avoid data loss and downtime. The encryption and collaboration tools are also high-quality features that have helped our team work efficiently and securely. We recommend Box for any business looking for a reliable and secure cloud storage solution.Desired Features: We were primarily looking for a cloud storage solution that provided secure data storage, document storage, file sharing, and backup and recovery. These features were critical for our business needs. Additionally, mobile access and access controls/permissions were important for us, as we needed to be able to access and share data on the go and ensure that sensitive data was only accessible to authorized users.Ease of Use: We found Box to be very user-friendly and easy to use. The interface is intuitive and the software is easy to navigate. The drag and drop feature also made it easy to upload and organize files.Integration with Other Apps: Box integrates with a variety of other apps, which was a key factor in our decision to use it. We were able to integrate Box with other tools that we use, such as Microsoft Office and Salesforce, which allowed us to work more efficiently and effectively. The integration with other apps also made it easy to share data between different tools, which was a m

Vantagens:

Pros: Box provides a reliable and secure cloud storage solution that meets the needs of our telecommunication company. The secure data storage, document storage, and file sharing features are critical for us to keep our data safe and accessible. The mobile access is also a critical feature that allows us to access and share data on the go. The access controls and permissions ensure that our sensitive data is only accessible to authorized users, making it a crucial feature for our company.

Desvantagens:

The content management and real-time synchronization features are not as robust as other cloud storage solutions we have used. We also found the electronic signature feature to be less important for our business needs.

Mohammad
Mohammad
Technical Office Engineer, Koweit
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Engenharia civil, 51 - 200 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

Alternativas consideradas:

A Cost-effective, Robust Cloud Service

5,0 há 3 meses

Comentários: Overall, I'm quite satisfied with the service & I'll keep on using it given how it's plays a crucial role in my productivity.

Vantagens:

Box simplifies the process of backing up, managing & editing my files on the go from my office or home computer or from my phone. It's fast, reliable & offers a plethora of features that are presented upfront on the software's user interface, rather than being hidden inside layers of sub-menus. I'm a big fan of scheduled backups where after-work hours, Box can simply start backing up specific directories on my PC instead of manually doing the labour of transferring data locally to a slow, external drive. In short, convenience is what Box brings to the table.

Desvantagens:

As of the last mobile update, I'm noticing that the upload rate has dropped a little bit. I have a decent 5G router with a stable & speedy connection, so I don't really think my internet is the culprit here. Desktop & web versions work fine though.

Tünde
Chair of the Workspace and Facility Management Committee, Hungria
Relações governamentais, 2 - 10 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

A Comprehensive Cloud Storage Solution

5,0 mês passado Novo

Comentários: Overall, I have had an excellent experience with Box. It is a great way to store my important documents and files securely and easily. The app allows me to access my files from anywhere and I haven't run into any major issues.

Vantagens:

Box has been an incredible cloud storage solution for me. It is easy to use, secure and reliable. It allows me to store my important documents and files with ease. I also appreciate the flexibility of being able to access my files from anywhere with the help of their app.

Desvantagens:

One of the biggest drawbacks to Box is its limited storage capacity. While it offers enough space to store a few documents, it is not suitable for storing large amounts of data. Also, its customer support could be improved.

Jacoba
Jacoba
COO, EUA
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Alimentação e bebidas, 2 - 10 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de um ano
Fonte da avaliação

Alternativas consideradas:

Buy Box!

5,0 mês passado Novo

Comentários: Box has been great. We have not thought about switching since we began using it.

Vantagens:

The ease of installing and using Box for members of our team who are located across the Country was really beneficial.

Desvantagens:

I want to be able to have multiple people working on a document at one time.

Avaliador Verificado
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Serviços jurídicos, 2 - 10 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

The best Cloud Storage Option

5,0 mês passado Novo

Comentários: Very satisfied overall.

Vantagens:

Box is clean, easy to use, and has all of the storage, permissions and sharing features that a small business owner could want. They make it easy to set up new folders, upload files, etc. through the API, as well as to create an upload page for clients.

Desvantagens:

My only complaint with Box is the 3 user minimum for the purposes of the subscription. In order to get the features that I want, I need to pay for 3 users, when I only need one. Still, I find that it's the best option out there.

ZAiN
ZAiN
QA, Arábia Saudita
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Gestão da educação, 51 - 200 funcionários
Usou o software para: 6 a 12 meses
Fonte da avaliação

Secure Collaboration at your fingertips

4,0 mês passado Novo

Comentários: The migration tool allows easy and fast migration. Integration with current systems is a cinch as well!

Vantagens:

Seamless collaboration between multiple parties with detailed tracking.Easily integrated with thousands of applications

Desvantagens:

Pricing and limited capacity on the lower tiers

mohad
tecnical support, Omã
Hardware, 11 - 50 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

box applocatios

3,0 mês passado Novo

Comentários: i like this software because we can save our files in online cloud and we can use and find it any time and any where

Vantagens:

i like this software because we can save our files in online cloud and we can use and find it any time and any where

Desvantagens:

i like this software because we can save our files in online cloud and we can use and find it any time and any where

Mayre
Mayre
Sales Development Representative, EUA
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Software, 201 - 500 funcionários
Usou o software para: 6 a 12 meses
Fonte da avaliação

Basic but does the job.

4,0 há 4 semanas Novo

Comentários: Box meets the need for external file sharing and does so exceptionally well. I can create a share link and send it to a client directly from the synced folder.

Vantagens:

+User-friendly, simple administration, quick support response.+As long as you have a clear folder/file classification and structure, it's been a terrific approach for us to organize our information.

Desvantagens:

-It is not the best in terms of file search capability.-It should improve the multimedia content playback tools, it is very bland and cumber

Ali
Ali
Information Technology Adviser, Azerbaijão
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Serviços e tecnologia da informação, 2 - 10 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação
Fonte: GetApp

Alternativas consideradas:

Transfer and share files easily and securely in the cloud

4,0 há 2 anos

Comentários: One of the first options in transferring our files and offering in the list of required and recommended items to companies and organizations that we consult. If you have different meetings and need different files in the meetings, safely create a secure cloud space of your files in the box because one day it will come in handy. Having a backup on the secure cloud storage is always life-saving, and experience has shown that floppy disks, CDs, and flash drives and computer headers are not enough for a successful business.

Vantagens:

I like the simplicity and good features and the appropriate speed of Box platform, you can easily transfer files from any device to the cloud storage space of the box. I like its speed and security, you will not feel any strangeness with the software. E-Signature make it more secure and Integration with lot of apps is wonderful. The cost and price is very reasonable and economical compared to the many features it provides to the user.‌ Data Loss Protection is great.

Desvantagens:

The graphic design of the dashboard should be simpler and more tangible and can be changed to the liking of the admin, Also a feature in the dashboard should be added to display the status of shared files and folders, and the latest status of views and downloads to be clearly and simply visible to the admin.

Leonardo
UI/UX Designer, Portugal
Publicidade e marketing, 2 - 10 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de um ano
Fonte da avaliação

Alternativas consideradas:

Great for Content Marketing on Startups!

5,0 há 4 anos

Comentários: When we started our business a few years ago, we did not have enough capital to spend on tools or rather we wanted to invest in more important equipment. That is when I got introduced to Box. Their product quality and security are as good as Dropbox. We never had a security breach or lost a file, and since we offer content marketing services, the number of files we upload and download monthly is too many.

Vantagens:

The speed to download and upload every single file

Desvantagens:

It is not as good as Dropbox, but if you are starting your business and want to save a good amount of money it is an ideal choice.

Evelyn
Evelyn
Digital Marketing Manager & Content Creator, EUA
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Publicidade e marketing, 2 - 10 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

Alternativas consideradas:

Reliable System

5,0 há 7 meses

Comentários: My experience has been always good with this software despite they reduced considerably the space I used to have when changed their prices strategy.

Vantagens:

The user interface is very user friendly. The price is very fair compared with some competitors. It does provide several features to host and manage documents, other than just hosting them in the cloud.

Desvantagens:

It fell behind some alternatives such as OneDrive or GoogleDrive which have much more integrations and document capabilities.

Jill
Treasury & Shared Services Manager, EUA
Construção, 1 001 - 5 000 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

Box is serving as our One Source for all Collaborative Work

5,0 há 6 meses

Comentários: Box has been a positive and timely addition to the tools we use. We moved to Box just prior to the pandemic and it has become a staple for our now hybrid workteams.

Vantagens:

Documents are easily stored and shared through our disbursed team. Having Box eliminates the need to keep local copies of important documents and allow for better control of versions. We have moved all of our Work Instructions and forms to Box for use within our Finance Team and for use by all company members. You can restrict access to ensure only those who need access can have it.

Desvantagens:

One thing it took us a while to get the hang of, is locking a shared document while we are updating it. If you don't lock the document, multiple people can access it and update it at the same time. Only upon saving would the team members learn that that we now have multiple copies of the same document and that none of them would be accurate.

Avaliador Verificado
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Consultório médico, 51 - 200 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de um ano
Fonte da avaliação

Outstanding product

5,0 há 6 meses

Comentários: I'm just taken in by the quality-to-cheap ratio. Box provides a wide range of highly competent services at a reasonable price.

Vantagens:

Simple, intuitive, simple to use, and offers data transfer and networking that is extremely secure. Box also provides excellent value for the money. Although I primarily use Box to store and exchange files online, I have occasionally used its collaborative tools and I absolutely love them. Regarding a document that is being drafted, team members can share thoughts, opinions, and links. Some of these features were progressively added to productivity programs like Office, but you need to use OneDrive to get them (and I don't want to be identified with a particular cloud storage service). Simple, intuitive, simple to use, and offers data transfer and networking that is extremely secure. Box also provides excellent value for the money. Although I primarily use Box to store and exchange files online, I have occasionally used its collaborative tools and I absolutely love them. Regarding a document that is being drafted, team members can share thoughts, opinions, and links. Some of these features were progressively added to productivity programs like Office, but you need to use OneDrive to get them (and I don't want to be identified with a particular cloud storage service).

Desvantagens:

Box offers services that are just as amazing as the things it offers. Sorry but I am not able to find any cons

Kalina
Research Programmer, EUA
Software, 1 001 - 5 000 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

Very straightforward

5,0 há 4 anos

Comentários: I use Box Sync pretty much for two purposes, though perhaps they're not the target use cases the developers had in mind! 1) I use it to send files to myself between computers. I have a desktop and a laptop, and it's a convenient way to share large files between the two. For small files, I often use email, but that has size limits. With Box, I can just upload a file on my laptop, then immediately go to my Desktop and download it. Easy peasy! It's even more convenient than using a flash drive. 2) I use it for sharing collaborative files, i.e. PowerPoint presentations that I'm giving with multiple presenters. It's not perfect, but it's the best way that I've found for keeping large PPTs, with multiple presenters, in sync (when I want to use PowerPoint and not Google Slides). I coordinate with the other people so that only one of us is working at a time, and when the one person is done and their changes are uploaded, the next person can take a turn at making edits. PowerPoint does have "auto-sync" functionality but I've found that using this Box method is even better!

Vantagens:

The software is very straightforward to use. It's a simple interface. In its most basic form, it's just a place you can upload, download, and share files. If you are a (slightly) more advanced user, you can set up "Box Sync" so that a folder on your computer automatically syncs with Box. This is awesome to use as an automatic backup!

Desvantagens:

There's not much to dislike, but if I had to nitpick, it takes too menu menus and clicks to do things like (1) delete a file, (2) share a file, and (3) sync a file/folder. These are pretty much the only three things that I ever want to do, but they are hidden behind like 3-4 clicks and menu options.

Mary
HR Director, EUA
Pesquisa, 11 - 50 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

Easy file sharing from desk, laptop, phone...

5,0 há 5 anos

Comentários: I love Box and tell everyone I interview about Box. We are a 70% remote group and depend on Box for sharing information and collaborating on projects. Applicants ask, "How do you manage a dispersed work force?" and "How do people maintain a sense of team?" "Box," I say, "is a big component."

Vantagens:

1. Sharing files is simple, no matter who you want to share with and no matter from what device. You can share a document with someone inside or outside of the organization without giving up control of the document. No need for someone outside of the organization to upload any software in order to access the shared document. 2. As an HR professional I find Box to be a great tool for collaborating with hiring managers. I set up a system for resume sorting that allows hiring managers to see just those resumes selected for their review, and allows the manager to move the candidates ahead in the hiring process, or not, as desired. I can then take action based on their actions in Box. It's very efficient. As a small business we do not need expensive, extensive stand-alone software for applicant tracking. Box allows us to record our decision making process 3. Largely intuitive, but in case you need a bit of help, the webinars and how-to videos are very easy to follow. 4. I can access, read and send documents from my phone. Very helpful for those moments at the beach when you realize you forgot to send a document to your boss. It's happened.

Desvantagens:

1. I work mostly from an old Mac. I find some of the interface less smooth than from my PC. For example, when I create a Word doc within Box while using my Mac, the Mac defaults to Text Edit instead of Word. I suspect that's user error, though.

Avaliador Verificado
Usuário do LinkedIn Verificado
Engenharia civil, Profissional autônomo
Usou o software para: Mais de um ano
Fonte da avaliação

Box is a cloud storage and file sharing service that allows users to store and access files online.

4,0 há 3 meses

Comentários: The Box application allowed me to store many files and documents for free. It helped me a lot to share my work and files with my friends. One of what I like most about it is its ease of use, as it does not require a lot of experience to use it.

Vantagens:

The Box application contains many features, and I have benefited from them a lot in my studies and in my work, including: Box allows users to collaborate with others by sharing files and folders and letting others edit or view them. It also has features like real-time commenting and version history to make it easier to work with others.Box allows users to store, access and share files from anywhere. It also provides tools for organizing and managing files, such as folders and tags.Box takes the security of its users' data very seriously and provides multiple layers of protection, including encryption, password protection, and access controls.The Box app is available on iOS and Android devices, allowing users to access and work with their files on the go.Box allows users to preview a variety of file types within the app, without the need to download them.Box integrates with a wide range of other apps and services, making it easy to access and work with files from other tools.I advise everyone to use it because it is very effective and easy to use in all respects.

Desvantagens:

There are not many negatives in the application, but there are some features that may be lacking in terms of what is granted in paid services. Users may have trouble commenting on files in the application, depending on the type of file being commented as well as the operating system the user is using. In free services, there is a monthly upload limit of 10 GB, and this may be limited for users who like to upload files.

Jermill
Member, EUA
E-Learning, 2 - 10 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de um ano
Fonte da avaliação

Box: A Reliable and Convenient Tool for Personal and Business Use.

5,0 há 3 meses

Comentários: Box is a cloud storage and file sharing service that allows users to store, access, and collaborate on files from any device. It is designed for both personal and business use, and offers a range of features such as version history, document preview, and integration with other productivity apps.One of the major benefits of using Box is its convenience. With the ability to access and edit files from any device with an internet connection, it is easy to stay organized and productive on the go. The interface is user-friendly and intuitive, making it easy to navigate and find the files you need.The collaboration features of Box are also very useful. Users can easily share files and folders with others, and can even leave comments and feedback on specific parts of a document. This makes it a great tool for teams that need to work together on projects in real-time.Overall, I have had a positive experience with Box. The service is reliable, and the features it offers make it a useful tool for both personal and business use

Vantagens:

One of the major benefits of using Box is its convenience. With the ability to access and edit files from any device with an internet connection, it is easy to stay organized and productive on the go. The interface is user-friendly and intuitive, making it easy to navigate and find the files you need.The collaboration features of Box are also very useful. Users can easily share files and folders with others, and can even leave comments and feedback on specific parts of a document. This makes it a great tool for teams that need to work together on projects in real-time.

Desvantagens:

One potential con of using Box is that the free version of the service only offers a limited amount of storage space (10 GB). If you need more storage, you will need to upgrade to a paid plan. Additionally, while Box offers a range of features, some users may find that it lacks some advanced functionality that is available in other cloud storage and file sharing services.

Timothy
VP, EUA
Serviços meio ambientais, 51 - 200 funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

Alternativas consideradas:

Customers not important to box

2,0 há 4 anos

Comentários: Discontinuing service. See above.

Vantagens:

Unlimitedspace. With no extra charge. Multiple file types supported

Desvantagens:

We had requested flexibility on our licenses since our staff increases and reduces between 90-100 people. Our admin accidentally added licenses before removing some leavers resulting in an accidental increase in the licenses. Box would not reduce the number by 3 licenses even though this was a clear mistake. They tried to make us pay for the remaining period of our 3 year contract. This resulted in a waste of several thousand dollars when we were in cost reduction mode. Canceling. There are many equivalent services with better customer support and lower pricing.

Bob
Manager, Cloud Technology Support, EUA
Educação superior, 10 000+ funcionários
Usou o software para: Mais de dois anos
Fonte da avaliação

Solid enterprise tool with surprising productivity and innovation gains

5,0 há 6 anos

Comentários: I run Box for over 100K users in a large university. Box is built for the enterprise. It has very solid security, good user management and an extremely small support footprint. There are consumer tools that might beat Box on some individual features, but cannot hold a candle to Box when held up to the needs and realities of a large enterprise. Box is platform and vendor agnostic. It has solid mobile apps and 3rd party integrations. The API is strong and improving all the time. Box can be the content layer for both internal and externally-facing applications. We signed on to Box to bring our IP back in from consumer tools. It has largely accomplished that but it has additional surprising results. We've seen some very creative innovations in research collaboration, teaching and administration. The productivity gains have been far greater than expected. Box is a bit of a paradigm shift for users. Those who never ventured into consumer cloud tools such as Dropbox need to learn about basic cloud concepts of where their data is backed up. IT professionals need to get their heads around Box's permission model as well as deal with the loss of direct user management and support. Having said that, the overall support footprint is startling low. We average 5 technical tickets a week on Box for over 100K users. Most of our support time is on training and consulting to help users get the most out of the tools Box provides. The bottom line is that Box has proven to be very solid and flexible. Our users have really taken it and run with it.

Vantagens:

Strong security. Data ownership model. Flexibility of collaboration and sharing options. Platform and vendor agnostic. Good administrative controls. Reasonably good reporting. Reasonably good APIs. Ease of use for end users. It's been great watching the creativity and innovation of the users. They've found ways to do things with Box we never imagined when we signed on.

Desvantagens:

The desktop sync is different than and technically inferior to that of Dropbox, the consumer tool most users are familiar with in this space. We anticipate this change when Box for Desktop is released in 2017. We'd also like to see the maximum file size increase. I'd like to see improvements in the administrative reporting. Many users have trouble getting their head around Box's waterfall permission model, particularly IT professionals. It's different than what they are used to. It ads an impediment to the retirement of NFS.