Access Control

The RM Access Control module is designed to centrally manage usernames and passwords for all online resources as well as optionally provide an additional level of access control over sensitive or costly online databases.

Researchers are automatically logged on when accessing online services, eliminating forgotten passwords and improving workflow efficiency. Sensitive usernames and passwords can be protected without jeopardising researchers' ability to access the services they need.

RM Access Control is flexible and customisable in its approach to managing passwords and controlling access.

Eliminate Wasted Researcher Time

By removing the need for researchers to provide usernames and passwords for online resources, the system frees up wasted time and allows the researcher to focus on their information requirements.

Reduce Support Effort in Distributing Passwords

Typically the Information Team holds a central list of passwords which is consulted whenever a researchers forgets their details. Implementing RM removes this unnecessary support overhead.

Increase use of Services

By removing access barriers, RM promotes use of online services.

Simplify the Introduction of RSS Feeds onto the Intranet

Adding RSS feed links onto the Intranet is a great way of distributing up-to-date information. RM Access Control streamlines access to these RSS feeds by removing the password requirement when readers click through to services.

Control Online Costs

In the case where there is a firm-wide or group-wide password for a particular service but still a need to control access to costly online databases, RM can block researchers accessing these resources based on their individual profile.

Provide Informational Messages to

Researchers at the Point of Use

RM can be used as a general informational message distribution system which will display messages to researchers when they use certain databases; for instance alerting them to a new alternative service or when a subscription has been removed.