3.3 Roles

In 4G:PLM, Roles are the behaviors allowed for the users. Roles define which User(s), or Group(s), can have the permission over the PLM system. Roles are assigned by the Administrators.

The Manage Roles interface allows Administrators to manage roles. Admins can create roles, remove roles and grant permissions for roles.

Creating Roles and Providing Permissions

To create a new Role:

       I.          Go to “Admin” menu

     II.          Select “Roles

    III.          In the “Manage Roles” dialog click the “New” button

    IV.          Give a RoleName and Description and click “Create Role

Figure 3.12: Create New Roles

     V.          From the “Manage Role” window, select the required “Permissions” for the Role

    VI.          Click the  button to save the New Role

Figure 3.13: Manage Roles Interface

 

Managing Roles

Administrators can delete Roles and make changes in permissions.

To manage Roles:

       I.          Go to “Admin” menu

     II.          Select “Roles

    III.          From the “Manage Roles” dialog, select the desired Role

    IV.          Click the “Select” button

     V.          In the “Manage Roles”, you can change the RoleName, the Description, or add/remove Permissions

    VI.          Click the  button to save the changes made

To delete a Role:

  VII.          Select the Role for the “Manage Roles” dialog

VIII.          Click the “Remove” button

    IX.          Confirm the deletion of the Role