The Office of Technology Services (OTS) is updating email and security groups through the remainder of 2017. These “Active Directory” groups are used for:
• email distribution lists in Outlook
• providing access to Outlook resource calendars and maildrops
• granting file share access (like DeptShares/O Drives, CustomShares, SecureShares)
• permitting access to applications (like SharePoint)
OTS is reviewing approximately 1500 groups, updating group names and identifying individuals who would be appropriate group sponsors. Email messages will be sent to these potential sponsors as groups are updated, with the request that they review the proposed updates to the groups.
OTS will also provide these individuals with information about using a convenient new web app to add and remove individuals from these groups. Current group sponsors can manage their groups by visiting the NetID Tools Web page, then clicking the “Manage Sponsored Group Membership” link under the Faculty/Staff heading.
Questions about the Active Directory Redesign project can be sent to ADRedesign@towson.edu.
