Add Bulk Users to a Group

The way I usually do this is to create an ARS workflow that invokes a Powershell script (configured in a script "activity") to perform the bulk group member add.  You then grant your delegated users the right to launch the workflow from either the web client or the fat client.

As for the input file for the bulk add, you can do two things:

1) Hard code the input file name into your script that is launched by the workflow or,

2) Setup a parameter in the workflow that prompts the user for the input file name.  To support this, I will usually create a two line script that enumerates files in a particular folder to present to the user a list of input files to select from.

Can you provide the script which can be used in the workflow

Something like this would do the job:

# This script is created and stored as a policy script under "Script Modules" in ARS and then

# referenced in the workflow script activity

function BulkAddMembers ($Request)

{

<#

Assumption input file contains the following: samaccountname,targetgroup

Example:

samaccountname,targetgroup

MyDom\SJones,MyDom\MyGroup1Name

MyDom\BSmith,MyDom\MyGroup1Name

MyDom\MHoward,MyDom\MyGroup2Name

　

#>

# 'Input file' is the actual name of the parameter of the workflow that prompts the user for the file

# This name could be anything but is handy because it serves as a prompt as well

$InputFile = $workflow.parameter("input file")

Import-Csv $InputFile | %{

Add-QADGroupMember -Identity $_.TargetGroup -Member $_.samaccountname

}

}

Johnny,

Sorry for bringing up an old thread but was curious about this statement:

2) Setup a parameter in the workflow that prompts the user for the input file name.  To support this, I will usually create a two line script that enumerates files in a particular folder to present to the user a list of input files to select from.

I would like to see if you can elaborate on this as I am having difficulties getting anything to be presented in the web interface using workflow parameters or workflow scripts , like a folder or file share that will list files.

I am assuming by 2 line script to enumerate you mentioned, would be something similar to this:

function getfiles {
$values = Get-ChildItem -path "\\devserver.mycompany.com\Temp" | Select Name
return $values
}

but how does AR give the end users web interface a dialog / modal box to select the file they want.?

I am ultimately trying not to have to teach large numbers of people how to use the quest commandlets

Any direction/guidance on how to get bulk add users to a group through the WI would be great.

Yes, you can add users in bulk to a group using different methods depending on the client you are using. Here's how you can do it using the Web Client, Fat Client, and PowerShell:

1. Web Client: Using the Web Client typically refers to a web-based interface of an application or service. The exact steps may vary depending on the specific application, but in general, you would follow these steps:

• Log in to the web interface of the application.
• Navigate to the "Groups" or "Members" section.
• Look for an option to "Add Members" or "Bulk Add Members."
• You will likely be prompted to upload a file (e.g., CSV) containing a list of usernames or email addresses for the users you want to add to the group.
• Follow the instructions to complete the bulk addition of users to the group.

2. Fat Client: A Fat Client typically refers to a desktop application with more features and functionalities than a web-based one. Again, the steps may vary based on the specific application, but the general process is similar to the web client:

• Open the Fat Client application.
• Navigate to the "Groups" or "Members" section.
• Look for an option to "Add Members" or "Bulk Add Members."
• You might be prompted to import a file (e.g., CSV) containing the list of usernames or email addresses of the users you want to add to the group.
• Follow the instructions to complete the bulk addition of users to the group.

3. PowerShell: PowerShell provides a powerful command-line interface for managing various aspects of a Windows environment. To add users to a group in bulk using PowerShell, you can use the "Add-ADGroupMember" cmdlet. Here's the syntax:

Explanation:

• "Group_Name": Replace this with the name of the group you want to add users to.
• "User1", "User2", "User3", ...: Replace these with the usernames of the users you want to add. You can add multiple usernames separated by commas.

Example: Suppose you want to add users named "JohnDoe" and "JaneSmith" to a group named "IT_Admins," the PowerShell command would be:

Please note that the PowerShell method assumes you are using Active Directory and have the necessary permissions to modify group memberships. Also, make sure to provide the correct group name and user names as per your environment. Always exercise caution while making bulk changes to groups, especially in a production environment.

Yes, you can add users in bulk to a group using different methods depending on the client you are using. Here's how you can do it using the Web Client, Fat Client, and PowerShell:

1. Web Client: Using the Web Client typically refers to a web-based interface of an application or service. The exact steps may vary depending on the specific application, but in general, you would follow these steps:

• Log in to the web interface of the application.
• Navigate to the "Groups" or "Members" section.
• Look for an option to "Add Members" or "Bulk Add Members."
• You will likely be prompted to upload a file (e.g., CSV) containing a list of usernames or email addresses for the users you want to add to the group.
• Follow the instructions to complete the bulk addition of users to the group.

2. Fat Client: A Fat Client typically refers to a desktop application with more features and functionalities than a web-based one. Again, the steps may vary based on the specific application, but the general process is similar to the web client:

• Open the Fat Client application.
• Navigate to the "Groups" or "Members" section.
• Look for an option to "Add Members" or "Bulk Add Members."
• You might be prompted to import a file (e.g., CSV) containing the list of usernames or email addresses of the users you want to add to the group.
• Follow the instructions to complete the bulk addition of users to the group.

3. PowerShell: PowerShell provides a powerful command-line interface for managing various aspects of a Windows environment. To add users to a group in bulk using PowerShell, you can use the "Add-ADGroupMember" cmdlet. Here's the syntax:

Explanation:

• "Group_Name": Replace this with the name of the group you want to add users to.
• "User1", "User2", "User3", ...: Replace these with the usernames of the users you want to add. You can add multiple usernames separated by commas.

Example: Suppose you want to add users named "JohnDoe" and "JaneSmith" to a group named "IT_Admins," the PowerShell command would be:

Please note that the PowerShell method assumes you are using Active Directory and have the necessary permissions to modify group memberships. Also, make sure to provide the correct group name and user names as per your environment. Always exercise caution while making bulk changes to groups, especially in a production environment.