Tip: Creating a single URL for logging directly into SuccessFactors BizX demo instance
It is possible to create a single URL containing your company ID, username, and password that will log you straight into a SuccessFactors BizX suite demo instance. This is very useful for consultants and trainers, but this should never be done for a Live system. The URL format is:
Where:
<company ID> = Your Company ID (e.g. abc123)
<username> = Username (e.g. cgrant)
<password> = Password
Example:
Company ID = abc123
Username = cgrant
Password = mypwd1
URL = https://salesdemo4.successfactors.com/login?company=abc123&username=cgrant&password=mypwd1
Note:
This is designed for consultants using a demo instance and not for Live systems! Ensure to protect your data and never store your password, particularly not in a format like this.
Hi Luke,
Thank you for the tip š
Thanks & Regards
Harisankar M
Thanks Hari!
Hi Luke,
If you dont mind can you pls explain me regarding the compnay ID, password and the user name ?
Can i create a dummy or do i want to be a successfactor partner?
actully where can i get thie company ID, usernameand password?
Just i wanted to have a look on successfactor product demo
Thanks in advance,
Regards,
Dinesh
Hi Dinesh,
In order to have access to a SuccessFactors instance your company must be a SuccessFactors partner. Once you are a partner someone with Partner Portal access must request an instance for each individual that wants one using the demo assignment tool hyperlink on the Partnering With Us page.
Best regards,
Luke
Thank you very much Luke š
Regards,
Dinesh
You can also deep link to other area of SuccessFactors using a similar principle:
Goal Plan: https://salesdemo4.successfactors.com/sf/goals/login?company=<companyID>&username=<username>&password=<password>
Org Chart: https://salesdemo4.successfactors.com/sf/orgchart/login?company=<companyID>&username=<username>&password=<password>
My Employee Profile: https://salesdemo4.successfactors.com/sf/liveprofile/login?company=<companyID>&username=<username>&password=<password>
Scorecard: https://salesdemo4.successfactors.com/sf/scorecard/login?company=<companyID>&username=<username>&password=<password>
Inbox – Perf Mgmt Forms: https://salesdemo4.successfactors.com/sf/pmreviews/login?company=<companyID>&username=<username>&password=<password>
This information is also communicated as part of the "Introduction to Mastery" training module 3B.
Stephen
Thanks Stephen. This is also similar to how the SuccessFactors nested links are used within the Enterprise Portal.
Simple and nice...but I do love that you explicitly spell out that this is NOT for a production environment. NEVER send password/user info in a URL parameter list. =)
Although it seems obvious, you'd be surprised at what people will do with passwords to systems that contain super-sensitive employee information...
The document is largely aimed at consultants who have demo system access for practice use and may only use it occasionally.
OH I wouldn't be surprised a BIT! haha I have seen some stuff "out in the wild". haha
Yes, always put those on a post it note on your screen ... right?
(joke!)
Of course! š
You joke, but around 85% of data theft is caused by stolen passwords. I think different websites and systems having different and more complicated password policies means that individuals need a myriad of different passwords and the only way to remember them is to write them down. I have the same problem when my password is forced to change periodically - there are only so many passwords that I find memorable!
Bigger post it note?
Personally I use Evernote as you can encrypt text.
Ditto - I use Evernote for passwords I know I won't remember. OSS is definite write-down password!
Hi Luke,
I am using the similar SF link as a URL iview in Portal, but its opening in full window not in portal content area? coulg you check this thread and help http://scn.sap.com/thread/3585939
thanks,
mahesh
Hi Luke,
Whether a company needs to be SAP Partner or specifically Successfactor partner for Portal access for training??
Thanks & Regards
Jim
Hi Jim,
You have to be a SuccessFactors partner.
Best regards,
Luke
How do we keep the browser from storing the password to PRODUCTION site in the history?
Refer to the help for your specific browser. This is browser-specific functionality and not related to SAP SuccessFactors.
Hi Luke,
As SF integrator, I've been asked the question by a client whether it wasĀ possible to actually disable the option to pass passwords as parameters in the URL. As stated in the article, this shouldĀ never been done in a live environment, but it is difficult to prevent end-users to do this, and thus it raise security concerns.
Thanks a lot!
Kind regards,
Manu
Hi Manu,
I don't believe it is possible.
Best regards,
Luke
Hi Luke,
I just checked this now. I think SF has restricted this now.
Cheers,
Kapil
Please Help me!!! How can i log in the Demo SF Server?? and is there any demo Company code and Username & Password??
Yes, but you need to request a demo system through the HCM Ops Portal.
Good morning, I need to know what the url address is placed in the provisioning for LEARNING MANAGEMENT in the sales demo of Successfactors. My demo instance is in the DC4 data center. Thank you very much I remain attentive.
Since this is not related to the blog topic, I recommend you create a Question. That will get you a quicker reply and also leave a record for other users that might have the same query.