> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://hub.equipme.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://hub.equipme.io/equipme/settings-1/roles-and-rights/role-overview.md).

# Role Overview

In equipme, roles decide what each person can do when they use the app. The basic idea is that not everyone has the same responsibilities at work, so they should not all see the same tools when they log in. A person who only needs to request equipment will see something different from someone who approves requests for a whole department.

This structure keeps the workspace clean and prevents people from navigating areas that do not belong to their job. It also protects information that is sensitive or not meant for everyone.

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### How roles show up in daily use

Roles influence the app in very practical ways. They shape whether someone can:

* request items for themselves
* approve requests for their team
* manage people in their department
* handle internal workflows or automation

For most employees, equipme is used to request things they need. Others have a broader scope because they make decisions for a team or manage resources for an organisation.

Roles help reflect these differences without making users feel overwhelmed or restricted.

### Understanding the role matrix

The table below shows the roles that exist in equipme and which actions are included in each role. You can use it as a reference when you want to understand:

* who can make requests
* who can approve orders
* who manages internal services
* who works with automation
* and who has access to sensitive settings

The matrix is not meant to be memorised. It provides context when you are unsure why someone sees certain features or when you want to compare how permissions differ from one role to another.

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Roles in equipme exist to make daily work easier and safer.\
They reduce clutter for regular users, support people with responsibility, and make sure that actions are performed by the right person.

The role matrix below helps you understand how roles differ and where their responsibilities overlap. You can use it as a reference when assigning roles or reviewing access so that each person has the right level of control for their work.


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