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Employee Directory Org Browser Enhancements in NetSuite 2026.1

The Employee Directory SuiteApp in NetSuite 2026.1 features a new Org Browser, streamlining employee searches and organizational visibility.

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TL;DR: Starting in NetSuite 2026.1, the Employee Directory SuiteApp introduces the Org Browser, enhancing how employees search for colleagues and visualize the organization.

What is the Org Browser?

The Org Browser is a newly added feature within the Employee Directory SuiteApp that allows employees to navigate the company’s organizational structure easily. It provides a visual representation of the organizational chart, enabling users to see supervisors and direct reports effortlessly.

This tool is particularly beneficial for larger organizations with complex hierarchies, as it simplifies the process of identifying team members and understanding reporting lines.

Key Features

The Org Browser offers:

  • Visual Organizational Chart: A clear view of the hierarchy within your organization.
  • Search Capabilities: Employees can quickly search for colleagues by various criteria such as location, department, job title, and subsidiary (for OneWorld customers).
  • Kudos Feature Integration: If enabled, employees can give and receive Kudos directly through the employee directory, promoting recognition and engagement among staff.

How Does It Work?

To access the Org Browser:

  1. Log in to your Employee Center.
  2. Navigate to the Employee Directory.
  3. Click on the Org Browser to explore organizational structures.

Who This Affects

This enhancement primarily impacts:

  • Employees: Who will benefit from quick access to colleague information and the organizational structure.
  • HR Managers: Who can oversee employee recognition and organizational engagement.
  • NetSuite Administrators: Who will need to enable and configure the Org Browser in the Employee Directory SuiteApp.

Key Takeaways

  • The Org Browser enhances organizational visibility in the Employee Directory.
  • Employees can easily navigate and search for colleagues.
  • Integration with the Kudos feature promotes recognition among coworkers.
  • This feature is designed to benefit employees, HR managers, and administrators for improved engagement and understanding of company structure.

Frequently Asked Questions (4)

Does the Org Browser require any feature flags to be enabled?
NetSuite Administrators need to enable and configure the Org Browser within the Employee Directory SuiteApp. The article does not specify a precise feature flag but indicates administrator involvement for setup.
Is the Org Browser feature available to all NetSuite users or only specific editions like OneWorld?
The Org Browser is part of the Employee Directory SuiteApp, which includes search capabilities that consider subsidiaries for OneWorld customers. The article implies it's generally available but highlights features particularly beneficial for OneWorld users.
Can the Org Browser be used to search for colleagues based on job title?
Yes, employees can use the Org Browser to search for colleagues by various criteria, including job title.
Does the introduction of the Org Browser affect existing employee workflows?
The article does not specify changes to existing workflows but notes that employees and HR managers will benefit from enhanced access to colleague information and organization visibility. It implies improvements rather than disruptions.

Weekly Update History (1)

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In Employee Directory and Org Browser, updated the Updating Required Scripts for the Employee Directory and Org Browser page with details about the employee directory script and role for searches.

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Source: Employee Directory and Org Browser — Oracle NetSuite Help Center. This article was generated from official Oracle documentation and enriched with additional context and best practices.

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