Verify Password Policy & Setup
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Verifying and enforcing a strong password policy is an essential step for administrators configuring SquareWorks Automate in NetSuite. This process ensures that user credentials meet the minimum standards for security and protects your organization’s data. An example use case for this configuration is when an administrator needs to enable advanced SuiteApp features that require elevated password complexity, helping reduce unauthorized access and maintain compliance with internal IT policies.
This article provides a detailed guide on verifying your organization’s NetSuite password policy and ensuring it meets the required security standards for SquareWorks Automate. It begins with an overview of why this policy is necessary, continues with specific instructions on how to configure the password policy and minimum password length settings, and concludes by confirming that you have met all prerequisites for advanced feature enablement.
Having a strong password policy is a prerequisite for many SquareWorks Automate functionalities. NetSuite will generate warnings if you attempt to enable certain features without this policy in place. By following the steps below, you can confirm your password policy is set correctly and avoid unnecessary hurdles when rolling out new features.
If you want to ensure your NetSuite environment meets SquareWorks Automate requirements, open the Setup menu in NetSuite, select Company, and then choose General Preferences:
Once you see the General Preferences page, scroll down to locate the Password Policy field:
Because SquareWorks Automate requires strong credentials, select Strong from the drop-down menu, and confirm there are no other policy options set that weaken password security:
Finally, to save your changes, click Save at the bottom of the General Preferences page:
A properly configured minimum password length is a key part of maintaining strong security standards. NetSuite typically defaults to a secure length, but you should always confirm it meets or exceeds the SquareWorks Automate requirement.
If you need to meet SquareWorks Automate’s length requirement, stay on or return to the General Preferences page in NetSuite:
To specify the correct length, find the Minimum Password Length field beneath the Password Policy option:
Once you locate the Minimum Password Length field, verify that it’s set to at least 12 characters (it can be more than 12 if desired):
Note: Because some organizations prefer tighter security, consider increasing the limit if it aligns with your IT policy; however, do not go below 12 characters.
When you are done setting the length, click the Save button to confirm your updated configuration:
By completing these steps, you have validated and configured your NetSuite password policy to meet SquareWorks Automate’s requirements.
