Administrator

An administrator is a user with full control over an organization in Sandtime.io. Administrators manage settings, billing, members, and have access to all projects and data.

Key Characteristics

  • Full access: Can view and modify all organization resources.
  • Member management: Invites, removes, and manages all team members.
  • Billing control: Manages subscription and payment settings.

Administrator Capabilities

Organization Management

  • Configure organization settings and branding
  • Manage billing and subscription
  • Set organization-wide defaults

Member Management

Project Oversight

Reporting

Administrator vs Project Administrator

Administrator Project Administrator
Organization-wide access Single project access
Manages billing No billing access
Creates projects Manages assigned project
All member oversight Project member oversight

Impact on Workforce Planning

For businesses using time tracking software like Sandtime.io:

  • Centralized control: One point for organization-wide decisions.
  • Compliance oversight: Full visibility for audit requirements.
  • Delegation ability: Can promote others to administrator or project administrator.
  • Data ownership: Ensures continuity if team members leave.

Best Practices

  • Limit the number of administrators to those who truly need full access.
  • Ensure at least two administrators for business continuity.
  • Use project administrators for delegated project management.
  • Review administrator actions periodically for security.
  • Document administrator responsibilities clearly.

Common Challenges

Single Administrator

Only one admin creates a single point of failure. Add a backup administrator.

Over-Administration

Too many administrators dilutes accountability. Keep the list small.

Role Confusion

Unclear when to use administrator vs project administrator. Document guidelines.

Administrators are the highest role in the access control system. They oversee project administrators and members. Administrators manage all assignments, timesheets, and approvals.

Related Terms

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Access Control

The system of permissions controlling who can view, edit, or manage resources. Defines what each role can do.

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Activity

A single time entry representing work performed. Activities are the building blocks of timesheets and reports.

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Approval

The process of reviewing and accepting timesheets before payroll or billing. Ensures accuracy and compliance.

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