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Overview of Resource Admin Pages and Functions

Resource Admin provides centralized tools to manage Groups, Management Roles, Applications, and other resource types within your organization. This article introduces the key pages and highlights the primary functions available for each resource type.

Groups Page​

The Groups page allows you to view and manage group memberships, ownership, and permissions. Key features include:

  • Viewing Group Details: Access detailed information about each group, including members and owners.
  • Managing Members and Owners: Add or remove members and assign ownership roles to ensure proper access management.
  • Defining Eligibility: Set eligibility criteria to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
Groups Overview Pane in Resource Admin
View group details, manage membership, eligibility, and access from the Groups page.

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Management Roles Page​

The Management Roles page provides tools to manage role hierarchies and assignments. Key features include:

  • Nested Role Management: Assign sub-roles within a parent role to reflect organizational hierarchies.
  • Assigning Permissions: Grant specific rights to Management Roles to control access to resources.
  • Reviewing RBAC Relationships: Analyze the relationships between roles, permissions, and resource access.
Management Roles Section
View and manage Management Roles from the Management Roles page.

See an overview of the Management Roles page:

Learn about the Management Roles page in Resource Admin.

Applications Page​

The Applications page allows you to manage various types of applications, including PBAC-enabled applications, Azure Applications, and non-PBAC applications. Each type of application offers different capabilities and management features:

  • PBAC Applications: Enable dynamic access control by defining and managing app rights, field types, and app role definitions. These configurations allow you to assign access based on user attributes and enforce policy-driven access controls.
  • Azure Applications: Manage settings specific to Azure-integrated applications, ensuring seamless access and compliance with Azure Active Directory policies.
  • Non-PBAC Applications: Configure manual access settings for applications that do not use policy-based access control mechanisms.
Applications Overview Pane in Resource Admin
Manage application-specific rights, field type values, and settings from the Applications page.

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Explore the features and layout of the Applications page in Resource Admin.

Accessing Other Microservices​

Resource Admin serves as a central hub, allowing you to seamlessly navigate to other EmpowerID microservices, such as:

  • IAM Shop: Request access to resources like groups or applications.
  • My Tasks: Review pending tasks or requests submitted for approval.
  • My Identity: Manage your personal profile, delegations, and notification settings.

Learn how to access other microservices from Resource Admin:

See how Resource Admin connects to other EmpowerID microservices.

Summary​

The Resource Admin interface simplifies the management of Groups, Management Roles, Applications, and more. By understanding the features and functions of each page, you can optimize workflows and ensure compliance with organizational policies.