Compliant External File Sharing
TL;DR
AWS-native **client file vault** for **mid-sized business project managers** that **auto-expires shared files after X days (e.g., 30) and purges all client access via one-click dashboard** so they can **reduce manual compliance tracking by 90% and pass audits without IT intervention**
Target Audience
IT/compliance officers and project managers in mid-sized businesses (50-500 employees) using AWS, who need to share sensitive files with external clients but lack secure, automated tools.
The Problem
Problem Context
Teams need to share sensitive files with clients but can’t use Google Drive or Dropbox due to missing activity tracking. Their internal tools (OneDrive/SharePoint) are blocked for external use, forcing manual workarounds that risk compliance violations.
Pain Points
They lack file expiration, automatic access purge, and detailed audit logs—key features needed for security and compliance. Trying SharePoint externally feels unstructured, and AWS-based solutions are too technical for non-devs.
Impact
Without a secure solution, they waste hours manually tracking file access, risk data leaks, and face compliance penalties. Client trust is at stake, and internal audits become a nightmare.
Urgency
This is a daily pain point. If they can’t share files securely, client projects stall, and internal policies force them to use unsupported tools—creating a ticking compliance bomb.
Target Audience
IT/compliance officers, security teams, and project managers in mid-sized businesses (50-500 employees) that use AWS and need to share sensitive files with external clients.
Proposed AI Solution
Solution Approach
A cloud-based ‘data vault’ built on AWS that lets teams share files with clients while enforcing expiration, automatic purge, and real-time audit logs—all without requiring IT approval or complex setup.
Key Features
- One-Click Purge: Revoke all client access instantly via dashboard.
- Detailed Audit Logs: Track who viewed/download/edited files, with timestamps and IP addresses.
- AWS-Native Security: Uses S3 + Cognito for encryption and access control—no extra plugins.
User Experience
Upload files, set expiration/purge rules, and share a link. Clients access files via a clean portal. Teams monitor activity in real-time and get alerts for suspicious actions (e.g., bulk downloads). No IT setup needed.
Differentiation
Unlike Google Drive/Dropbox, this enforces compliance automatically. Unlike SharePoint, it’s designed for external clients, not internal teams. And unlike AWS S3 alone, it’s *user-friendly- for non-devs.
Scalability
Starts with 10 seats, scales to 100+ as teams add more clients. Enterprise plans add *custom compliance templates- (e.g., GDPR/HIPAA) and SSO integration for larger firms.
Expected Impact
Teams regain control over sensitive files, reduce manual tracking by 90%, and pass audits effortlessly. Clients get secure access without IT overhead, and compliance risks disappear.