User Roles & Permissions
Description
Role-based access control system to manage who can access what in ScomsERP.
Default Roles
Role | Access | Typical Users |
|---|---|---|
Super Admin | Full system access | IT Head, Director |
Admin | All modules, no settings | Principal, Manager |
Accountant | Finance modules only | Accountant, Cashier |
Teacher | Academic modules | Class Teachers, Subject Teachers |
Librarian | Library module | Librarian |
Parent | Parent portal only | Parents/Guardians |
Student | Student portal only | Students |
Reception | Admission & front desk | Receptionist |
Creating Role
Go to Application Secutiry> Roles
Click Add Role
Enter Role Name and Description
Select permissions from the module list
Choose View, Create, Edit, or Delete for each module
Save the role
Assign role to users in User Management > Users
Permission Levels
Level | Description |
|---|---|
View | Can only view data, no modifications |
Create | Can add new records |
Edit | Can modify existing records |
Delete | Can remove records (use with caution) |
Export | Can download reports and data |
Approve | Can approve/reject requests |
Security Warning
Only Super Admin users should have Delete permissions. Regularly audit user access and remove inactive accounts.