Supervisors or other designated officials have discretion in deciding whether an employee is a candidate for telework, please refer to your supervisor for guidance on approved work procedures.
Additional teleworking guidance and a form for documenting telework arrangements are available here https://hr.appstate.edu/Employee_Resources_COVID19
Information Technology Services has developed connection recommendations to optimize resources so all patrons can have a successful and secure telework experience.
Service | Recommended Tool for the Job | Additional Information |
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Banner9, WebFOCUS, E-Print, | Preferred choice: uDesk Alternative Options: AnyConnect VPN | For quick Banner access (query and report access) use uDesk to launch a virtual Windows desktop in your browser. If extended daily use of Banner is required (data entry) AnyConnect VPN is the best choice. |
University Licensed Software Public Lab Software | uDesk | uDesk will provide quick access to specialized software, access to public computer labs, and licensed software via software center. Faculty, Staff, and NOW ALL Students will be able to utilize this service. |
M: and P: Drive (uStor) | Preferred choice: AnyConnect VPN connection on a university computer An Alternative option is to use uDesk | Users must connect with AnyConnect VPN in order to access uStor drives from off campus. |
VoIP University Phone Service | CISCO Jabber is available to install on both Mac and Windows computers or on an iPhone or Android phone. |
Maintaining reliable and familiar communication channels is critical to business continuity.
Note: If you are not able to answer your campus line, all inbound phone calls will go directly to voicemail. Every voicemail you receive will automatically be sent to your AppState email with full call details.
Tutorial: https://confluence.appstate.edu/x/rAF6Aw
ZOOM Video and Web Conferencing
Login: App State Zoom Video and Web Conferencing
Student Support Guide: Zoom Web Conferencing: Classes, Group Work, Collaboration
Google Chat - From direct messages to group conversations, Google Chat makes it easy to communicate with your coworkers.
ScreenPal (formerly Screencast-o-matic)
Kaltura
Stay secure while working from home
For additional information or questions, please feel free to contact the Help Desk at 828-262-6266.