Company Portal - Software Catalog

Company Portal supplies access to CTS approved applications, updates, and security polices for your university owned and managed Windows endpoint.

Description

The Company Portal is a dedicated app that allows employees to securely access corporate resources on their Windows devices. This application allows access to approved application installers, software updates, and security polices provided by CTS for your managed windows device. 

July 18th, 2024: University managed endpoints are currently transitioning from the existing Software Center application to the new Company Portal application. This new application is already installed on your endpoint, and both will continue to provide application install and software update functionality while we transition between them. 

 

How to Install Applications via Company Portal

 

The Company Portal app simplifies the process of installing applications on your Windows device. If CTS has made specific applications available to your device, follow these steps:

1. Open Company Portal :

   • Launch the Company Portal app on your Windows device. If an application was recently made available to you, it may appear in the "Recently Published Apps" section once Company Portal opens. If it does, proceed to Step 3.

2. Browse Available Apps:

   • Navigate to the Apps section within the Company Portal.
   • Here, you’ll find a list of applications that CTS has made available to you.

3. Select and Install:

   • Locate the app you want to install and click on it.
   • Click the Install button to initiate the installation process.

4. Follow Prompts:

   • Depending on the app, you may need to follow additional prompts or provide permissions.
   • The app will download and install automatically.

5. Check Installation Status:

   • Return to the Apps section to monitor the installation progress.
   • Once installed, the app will appear in your list of installed applications.

 

How to Install Operating System Updates via Company Portal

Keeping your Windows device up-to-date is crucial for security and performance. If CTS has made operating system updates available through the Company Portal, follow these steps:

1. Open Company Portal :

   • Launch the Company Portal app on your Windows device.

2. Check for Updates:

   • Navigate to the Downloads & Updates section within the Company Portal.
   • Here, you’ll find a list of operating system updates that CTS has made available to you under Available Updates and Replacements.

3. Install Updates:

   • If updates are available, click on the update and follow the prompts to install them.
   • The Company Portal ensures that only authorized updates are applied to your device.

4. Automatic Updates (Optional):

   • To enable automatic updates, go to the Microsoft Store and select Get Updates.
   • Alternatively, you can turn on automatic app updates within the Company Portal settings.

Remember that keeping your device updated enhances security, stability, and overall user experience.