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Object Group Types in RCOM Gateway

In RCOM Gateway, Object Group Types provide a hierarchical way to organize and manage access to collections of Object Groups. This categorization improves data governance, simplifies permission management, and aligns object data with functional or departmental boundaries.

What Are Object Group Types?​

Each Object Group in RCOM Gateway is associated with a parent container called an Object Group Type. Think of it as a category that helps:

  • Organize Object Groups based on processes or access policies.
  • Simplify role-based access control across multiple Object Groups.
  • Enable modular management of grouped data (e.g., inventory, employee records, asset tracking).

For example, you can create a Group Type called MedicalAssets and assign object groups like Equipment, Rooms, or Devices under it. Permissions can then be managed centrally for the whole category.

Where to Begin​

From the RCOM Gateway Dashboard, go to:

Settings > Client Settings > Object Group Type

Object group types

Object group types

This page lists all existing Object Group Types along with their status and available actions (edit, delete).

Create an Object Group Type​

  1. Click ➕ Create Object Group Type.
  2. Enter a name for the new Object Group Type (e.g., HospitalRooms, ProductionAssets).
  3. A permissions table is displayed below, showing only roles that already have access to Object Groups (e.g., Admin, Supervisor, PROLE, etc.).
  4. For each listed user role, select access rights by enabling checkboxes:
PermissionDescription
CreateCan create new Objects under this type
ReadCan view Objects and their data
UpdateCan modify the Object configuration and contents
DeleteCan remove Objects
View Soft DeletedCan see Objects marked as deleted
Recover Soft DeletedCan restore Objects marked as deleted
Hard DeleteCan permanently delete Objects
View Update DetailsCan inspect change logs or update history
Configure new Object group type

Configure new Object group type

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Only user roles with base access to Object Groups are shown. Others are excluded.

  1. Click Save to finalize the creation, along with role access configuration.

Managing Object Group Type Permissions (Afterward)​

Although permissions are usually configured during creation, you can still review and modify them later:

  • Navigate to the Object Group Type list
  • Click Edit beside the group type
  • Adjust the permission matrix as needed
  • Save changes to apply updates immediately

Best Practices​

  • Use clear, role-specific access policies (e.g., Supervisor = Read + Update, Admin = Full Access)
  • Assign Object Groups to the correct type early to inherit access rules
  • Avoid over-provisioning roles with Hard Delete unless absolutely necessary

Example: Setting Up LogisticsZones Group Type​

  • Name: LogisticsZones
  • Roles and Permissions:
    • Admin: Full access
    • Supervisor: Read, Update
    • Viewer: Read only

Result: All object groups created under LogisticsZones will follow this role-based access model automatically.

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