Role-based access
is a way of controlling system permissions according to a person’s job or responsibilities. A role defines which information the user can view and which actions they can perform.
Companies use role-based access to protect sensitive information and make responsibilities clear. For example, a warehouse employee may record stock movements without seeing salaries. However, roles need regular review as people change jobs, join the company or leave.
An ERP system can apply roles to records, functions and approval steps across departments. It can also keep a record of important user actions. This helps the company give employees the access they need while limiting unnecessary permissions.
