What is DocuSign?
DocuSign allows organizations to manage electronic agreements. As part of the DocuSign Agreement Cloud, DocuSign offers eSignature, a way to sign electronically on different devices. Complying with the U.S. ESIGN Act, documents signed through DocuSign are lawful and court-admissible. DocuSign supports 43 languages.
Who has access to DocuSign at Susquehanna University?
All employees have access to be a DocuSign Sender, meaning they can initiate eSignature requests. Anyone (internal to SU or external to SU) can be a DocuSign Signer, meaning anyone can be sent a document to be signed, without the need for them to have their own DocuSign account.
How do I access DocuSign to be a DocuSign Sender?
DocuSign is available on mySU under the “Applications" tab. It can also be access directly at: https://account.docusign.com
DocuSign uses the SU Single Sign-On (SSO) system, so you will use your regular SU credentials to log in.
How do I access DocuSign to be a DocuSign Signer?
Whenever an eSignature is requested of you, you will receive an email with a unique and secure link to instantly access the document to review and sign.
What options are available for mobile devices?
DocuSign works natively on mobile devices. To be a DocuSign signer, simply open your eSignature request from the link in your email; you can review the document and sign with your finger, right on your screen! For advanced features on mobile devices, such as DocuSign Sender functions – or for notifications, we recommend that you download the DocuSign Mobile App:
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/docusign-upload-sign-docs/id474990205
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.docusign.ink&hl=en_US&gl=US
How do I send an existing document for eSignature?
If you have an existing PDF or Word document, you can easily send it through DocuSign for one or more signatures, in a particular order or simultaneously. DocuSign refers to this process as “sending an envelope.” Detailed instructions can be found here:
https://support.docusign.com/en/articles/How-do-I-get-signatures-on-a-document-New-DocuSign-Experience
Interested in doing more with DocuSign?
DocuSign has advanced workflow options, advanced template support, attachment support, form support, and Softdocs Etrieve integration. If you’re interested in evolving a current process in your office or developing a new process workflow, but aren’t sure how to best utilize DocuSign in your efforts, please open an IT Help Desk support request. We can assign the appropriate IT staff member to talk through your request and discuss what resources are available to you.