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Archie Integration

Integrate IronWifi with Archie workspace management for automatic WiFi provisioning, real-time member synchronization via webhooks, and plan-based access control.

Overview​

The Archie integration provides:

  • Automatic member provisioning when memberships activate
  • Real-time sync via webhooks
  • Plan-based access control
  • Visitor management for guests

Prerequisites​

  • IronWifi account
  • Archie account with admin access
  • Archie API access

Archie Setup​

Get API Credentials​

  1. Log in to Archie admin panel
  2. Go to Settings > API & Integrations
  3. Create or retrieve API credentials:
    • API Key
    • Workspace ID

Enable Webhooks​

  1. Navigate to Settings > Webhooks
  2. Add IronWifi webhook endpoint
  3. Subscribe to relevant events:
    • member.created
    • member.updated
    • membership.activated
    • membership.cancelled
    • booking.created

IronWifi Configuration​

Step 1: Add Archie Connector​

  1. Log in to IronWifi Console
  2. Navigate to Connectors
  3. Click Add Connector > Archie

Step 2: Configure Connection​

Enter your Archie details:

  • API Key: Your Archie API key
  • Workspace ID: Your Archie workspace
  • Webhook Secret: For request verification

Step 3: Configure Options​

Sync Settings:

  • Auto-provision: Automatically create WiFi accounts
  • Auto-deprovision: Remove access when membership ends
  • Real-time Sync: Enable webhook-based updates
  • Credential Delivery: Email or in-app notification

Plan Mapping​

Configure Access Levels​

Map Archie plans to IronWifi groups:

Archie PlanIronWifi GroupFeatures
Hot DeskhotdeskBasic access
Flex MemberflexExtended hours
Full-timefulltime24/7 access
TeamteamMulti-user + guests

Mapping Setup​

  1. In connector settings, click Plan Mapping
  2. Select IronWifi group for each Archie plan
  3. Set additional parameters (bandwidth, VLAN)

Provisioning Flow​

New Member​

  1. Member signs up via Archie
  2. Chooses membership plan
  3. Payment processed
  4. Webhook triggers IronWifi
  5. User account created
  6. Welcome email with credentials sent

Credential Email​

Welcome {{name}}!

Your WiFi access is ready:

Network: {{ssid}}
Username: {{email}}
Password: {{password}}

Download profile: {{profile_link}}

Happy working!

Visitor Access​

Meeting Guest WiFi​

When members book rooms with guests:

  1. Member creates booking in Archie
  2. Adds guest details
  3. IronWifi creates temporary access
  4. Guest receives access code
  5. Access expires after booking

Day Pass Visitors​

  1. Visitor purchases day pass via Archie
  2. Temporary credentials generated
  3. Sent via email/SMS
  4. Access expires at end of day

Access Management​

Membership Status​

StatusWiFi
ActiveEnabled
PausedDisabled
CancelledDisabled
TrialLimited

Automatic Updates​

  • Membership renewals extend access
  • Cancellations disable immediately
  • Upgrades change group assignment

Troubleshooting​

Sync Issues​

  1. Check API credentials
  2. Verify webhook configuration
  3. Review connector logs
  4. Test API connection

Access Problems​

  1. Verify membership is active
  2. Check user in IronWifi
  3. Confirm group assignment
  4. Test authentication

Best Practices​

  1. Enable webhooks for real-time sync
  2. Test thoroughly before launch
  3. Map all plans completely
  4. Document process for staff
  5. Monitor regularly for issues