The role of an admin in event management is pivotal, and at Dryfta, we understand the need for a robust and flexible access control system. Our latest updates aim to provide admins with more granular control over their responsibilities and access within the platform. Here's a detailed look at each of the new features we've rolled out.
#1 Limiting Session Access Based on Abstract Topics
In roles and access control settings, we've added an option that allows you to limit an admin's access to only those sessions whose abstracts' topics/sub-topics match with the topic assigned to the track chair. This ensures that track chairs or admins focus solely on their area of expertise, streamlining the review, abstract management and event scheduling process. By default, the system will grant access to all the sessions in the event schedule.
#2 Creating Reviewers with Topic-Specific Access
If a track chair or track admin is assigned to a specific topic or sub-topic, they will now only be able to select that particular topic or sub-topic when creating a reviewer from the backend. This ensures that reviewers are specialized in the topics they are assigned to, thereby enhancing the quality of the review process. Additionally, when an admin has access to a specific topic, they will only be able to add abstracts related to that particular topic or type.
#3 Extended Access Control Based on Sub-Topics
Until now, our roles and access editor only allowed limiting access based on primary topics and types. We've extended this feature to include sub-topics as well. If an admin has access to a specific sub-topic, they can now view all abstract submissions related to that sub-topic, even if they do not have access to the parent topic. This adds another layer of granularity to the access control system.
#4 Super User Access for Selected Admins
We've introduced a super user access option that allows selected admins to have overarching control over the platform. Admins with super user access can create new events, copy past events, and even access the billing dashboard for renewing plans and viewing available credits. Additionally, they have the authority to remove or disable other admins, providing a centralized control mechanism for larger events.
These updates are designed to make the admin experience as efficient and tailored as possible. We're confident that these new features will empower our users to manage their events more effectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the new updates in roles and access control?
We've introduced several new features to enhance admin access control. These include limiting session access based on abstract topics, allowing topic-specific reviewer creation, extending access control to sub-topics, introducing super user access for selected admins, and providing session-specific access in the event schedule builder.
How does the new feature of limiting session access based on abstract topics work?
If you're a track chair or admin assigned to a specific topic, you'll only have access to sessions whose abstracts' topics match the topic you're assigned to. This ensures that you can focus solely on your area of expertise.
Can I create reviewers based on specific topics or sub-topics?
Yes, if you're a track chair or admin assigned to a specific topic or sub-topic, you can now create reviewers who are specialized in that particular area. This enhances the quality of the review process.
What does the extended access control based on sub-topics mean?
Previously, you could only limit admin access based on primary topics and types. Now, you can also limit access based on sub-topics. If an admin has access to a sub-topic, they can view all abstracts related to that sub-topic, even if they don't have access to the parent topic.
What is super user access?
Super user access is a new feature that allows selected admins to have overarching control over the platform. These admins can create new events, copy past events, access the billing dashboard, and even remove or disable other admins.
How does session-specific access in the event schedule builder work?
This new feature allows you to limit an admin's access to only those sessions whose abstracts they are managing. By default, the system grants access to all sessions in the event schedule, but this feature allows for more focused management.
Can super user access admins remove other admins?
Yes, admins with super user access have the authority to remove or disable other admins, providing a centralized control mechanism for larger events.
Is it possible to have access to sub-topics without having access to the parent topic?
Yes, with the new update, if an admin has access to a specific sub-topic, they can view all abstracts related to that sub-topic, even if they do not have access to the parent topic of that sub-topic.
Will these new features affect existing admin roles?
No, these features are additional options that you can enable or disable as needed. Existing admin roles will remain unaffected unless you choose to update them with these new features.
How can I start using these new features?
You can start using these new features by going to the roles and access control settings in your Dryfta dashboard. From there, you can enable or disable these options as per your event's requirements.
