Box Client Workspace Setup (Onboarding)
A sequence with 7 steps: Create a new Business plan account in Box admin console.
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What are the steps?
Box Client Workspace Setup (Onboarding)
- 01
Create a new Business plan account in Box admin console
Select the Business plan (starting at $5/user/month annually) to access admin features like SSO and malware detection.
- 02
Configure security settings in Admin Console
Enable SSO, malware detection, and compliance controls (HIPAA, FedRAMP, SOC) to meet client requirements.
- 03
Set up folder structure and permissions
Create client-specific folders with role-based permissions (co-owner, editor, viewer) to mirror client's team hierarchy.
- 04
Create Box Sign templates for recurring documents
Use the Box Sign feature to build templates for up to 3 document types (e.g., engagement letters, NDAs) with signer verification.
- 05
Integrate with client's existing tools
Connect Box to Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 via the integration settings, and enable API tokens for Slack or Salesforce if needed.
- 06
Train client staff on secure sharing and collaboration
Conduct a 1-hour session covering file upload, version control, and e-signature workflows to ensure adoption.
- 07
Document the setup and hand off to client
Provide a runbook with admin credentials, folder map, and support contacts, then schedule a follow-up review in 30 days.
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