Multi-user Access

[uwlchemist]

I have an access database that is used in a multi-user environment. Unfortunately, because it is being used internationally I have been forced to place the database on Citrix in order to boost performance overseas. This means that (and please correct me if I am wrong) I need to have both the front end and back end on Citrix...meaning that everyone uses the same front end. The issue I am having is with permissions and other specialty features that would normally be easy if everyone had a front end on their computer...but because everyone uses a shared front end I am not sure how to proceed. For example, I use different Main Menu forms depending on the access level of the user. The access level is stored in a hidden log-in form. How does this work when a second user logs in? Does a different instance of that form reside in each users session, or will the credentials of the second user overwrite the credentials of the first? How do I work with varying credentials in a shared front end? Thanks in advance for any help!

 

[Joe4]

You still want everyone to have their own front-end.

I am no expert on Citrix, but we have a Citrix environment here (three office at different locations), and people are able to have their own "Citrix Desktops". So I imagine you would want each user's copy of the front-end to be located on their Citrix Desktop.

I am not really sure what is involved in setting up "Citrix desktops", but your IT staff who is responsible for maintaining Citrix should probably know.

 

[uwlchemist]

Interesting...and a great idea. I will get with our Citrix guy here and see if that is something that he can set up. Thanks!