Request file server access rights

Using the GrantMA self-service portal, employees can request access rights to file server directories from data owners. You can configure a variety of different processes and involve the relevant decision makers, depending on your security requirements.

1. Log in to the web client.

   

   You can also log in as a current windows user. A user name and password is not required.

2. In the toolbar, click Cockpit.

3. In the Requests screen, click Create New Requests.

   The Create a New Request screen is displayed.

   

   As an applicant, the Resources menu displays the resources you can order. You can:

   • Click Request to request a resource.

   • Select the checkbox to request access to more than one folder.

   • Click a link (for example, Marketing) to drill down into additional information.

4. In the Action column, click Request next to your selected resource (for example, Marketing).

5. Click the File server drop-down menu and select the access type.

   

6. Select an activation date.

   

7. (Optional) Set an expiration date.

   Depending on your ARM configuration, the approver may be able to modify the request.

   

8. Click Add to shopping cart.

9. In the toolbar, click Shopping cart.

10. Review your order items. Click to delete a resource.

    

11. Click Add Grantee to add additional users to your request. You can also request access for other users.

    

    Click to remove a user. You can also remove yourself and only request access for other users.

12. (Required) Enter a comment regarding the file server access request so the approver can make a reasonable decision.

    

13. Click Request to submit the request to the approver.

See the following sections for more information.

• Manage my requests

• GrantMA: Design approval processes (administrator)