User Rights and Permissions
User management is a critical component of database governance.
REDCap supports role-based access control.
Common roles include:
| Role | Access |
| Investigator | View reports |
| Data Clerk | Enter data |
| Monitor | Query data |
| Data Manager | Full database access |
| Statistician | Export data |
Role-based access helps maintain confidentiality and supports compliance requirements. REDCap includes detailed user rights controls and audit logging.
Data Access Groups (DAGs)
Data Access Groups restrict site-specific visibility.
Example:
A multicentre study may include:
- Kisumu Site
- Nairobi Site
- Mombasa Site
Staff from Kisumu can only view Kisumu participants.
Benefits:
- Improved confidentiality
- Reduced accidental modifications
- Better site segregation