Self Update Without Using Active Directory Users and Computers

The active directory self update is a powerful feature that allows users to manage their own organizational contact details removing the need of system administrator continuously to update active directory attributes in the active directory users and computers.

Corporate Directory eliminates the burden of manually update active directory contact information of employees and staff by an administrator usually done using the active directory users and computers. With Corporate Directory every user can update his contact information. This updates active directory attributes allowing other users to see the most resent contact details. No security permission configuration is required for this feature to work.

Active Directory self update is an optional feature of Corporate Directory. Some organizations may choose to disable it.

Active Directory self update can be done easily by right mouse click on the Corporate Directory tray icon and choosing “Update Personal Info”. In the next window you can update the following fields:

● Phone number
● Mobile phone number
● Fax number
● Office location

Any of the contact information updated by the user becomes visible by all other using Corporate Directory in the organization allowing them active directory search of the most recent and updated information.

Keeping Active Directory attributes organized and updated with current contact information of all employees is a challenge most organizations struggle with. Many implement  identity management systems and various software tools help with this task. Allowing users to update active directory attributes on their own is the most efficient and cost effective way to address this challenge.