Block Munki when a certain program is running

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We are implementing the SmarterBalance testing and no programs can run other 
than SmarterBalance. If Munki prompts to install updates during the testing - 
it pauses the test and kicks the user out. Would there be any way of creating 
an array of programs that munki will check to see if they are running before 
Managed Software Update launches. Meaning - only launch managed software update 
if XYZ.app isn't running.

Original issue reported on code.google.com by hunt...@sad1.org on 13 May 2014 at 11:44

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This is not something I plan to work on any time soon. I see the need for it in 
your environment; but I don't personally have the need, and have a long list of 
other things I _do_ need. I'd be willing to look at a patch/pull request that 
implements this functionality. Please discuss on munki-dev before beginning any 
work on this.

In the meantime, you could temporarily set SuppressUserNotification to true in 
Munki's preferences --  perhaps install a package that sets this now, and when 
testing is complete, clear it.

Or implement a Munki preflight script that sets it if the SmarterBalance app is 
running and clears it if not.

Original comment by greg.nea...@disneyanimation.com on 13 May 2014 at 1:02

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Hi Greg:

Thanks for the ideas on how to fix my problem. It seems as though the preflight 
script gives the customizability I would need without building it into Munki. 
Feel free to delete this feature request as it appears it is already possible 
through the preflight mechanism. Thanks again!

Best,
Daren

Original comment by hunt...@sad1.org on 13 May 2014 at 2:20

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Original comment by gregnea...@mac.com on 4 Jun 2014 at 6:33

• Changed state: WontFix