Automating Software Provisioning on Windows with PowerShell and WinGet
Abstract
Manual software installation on Windows workstations can quickly lead to inconsistent configurations, duplicated effort, and configuration drift over time.
This article presents a simple and repeatable approach to software provisioning on Windows using PowerShell and WinGet. The objective is to keep workstation preparation transparent, controlled, and easy to adapt without introducing unnecessary complexity.
Overview
The solution is based on two files:
Default.cmd— execution wrapperinstaller.ps1— PowerShell provisioning logic
The implementation is designed around four practical principles:
- repeatability
- transparency
- operational simplicity
- administrative control
This approach is useful when standardized workstation preparation is required, especially in environments where introducing a full deployment framework would be excessive for the operational need.
Downloads
The implementation can be downloaded directly from the links below:
Default.cmd
https://melillopietro.github.io/assets/files/Default.cmdinstaller.ps1
https://melillopietro.github.io/assets/files/installer.ps1
Usage Notes
The scripts are provided for educational and operational purposes.
Before using them in production or managed environments, they should be reviewed and adapted according to internal security, governance, and compliance requirements.
It is also recommended to validate package sources, administrative permissions, and approved software baselines before any large-scale deployment.
Conclusion
PowerShell and WinGet can provide an effective foundation for lightweight software provisioning on Windows. Used carefully, they help reduce manual work while preserving visibility and control over the installation process.