What is Company Portal?
Company Portal is an app that allows IT to deliver and update software applications across campus. It also allows you to install a variety of licensed software, updates, and plug-ins on your own computer without having to contact IT for assistance.
Note: Company Portal is currently only used on a limited number of computers on campus that are part of the Project Nelvana pilot group.
How Do I Install Software?
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Click on Start
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In the search box, type in "Company Portal" without the quotes
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Click on Company Portal to open it
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Click on the Apps icon from the menu on the left to show all available applications (see below)
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Find the application you'd like to install, then click on it.
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Click Install and the installation process will begin
Note: Some software may require additional configuration or licensing to use. Check the description of the software for any additional steps that need to be followed.
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Note: If you only see "Reinstall" as an option, you already have the software installed.
How do I see what software is installed?
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Click on Start
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In the search box, type in "Company Portal" without the quotes
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Click on "Company Portal"
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Click on the Downloads & updates icon from the menu on the left. This will show all software installed on the computer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I uninstall software?
It is currently not possible to uninstall software using Company Portal.
Why can't I find Company Portal?
If you are on a VIU-issued computer and can't find company portal, it is possible that your computer is using Software Center.