Managing Team Members
Gridix allows you to add manager accounts to help manage your projects. Managers can have limited access based on workspace assignments and project permissions.Overview
Managers are team members who can:- View and manage assigned projects
- Access leads from assigned projects
- Add notes and update lead status
- Limited access to settings
Adding a Manager
1
Access Manager Accounts
Navigate to Settings → Manager Accounts section in the admin dashboard.
2
Click Add Manager
Click the “Add Manager” button to open the manager creation form.
3
Enter Manager Information
Fill in the required fields:
- Email: Manager’s email address (used for login)
- Name: Full name of the manager
- Phone: Contact phone number (optional)
4
Assign Workspace
Select which workspace the manager should be assigned to:
- All Workspaces: Full access to all projects
- Specific Workspace: Access only to projects in selected workspace
5
Configure Project Access
Set which projects the manager can access:
- All Projects: Access to all projects in assigned workspace
- Selected Projects: Choose specific projects
- Project Groups: Assign to project groups (if configured)
6
Send Invitation
Click “Send Invitation” to create the manager account and send an invitation email.
The manager will receive an email with instructions to set up their account and password.
Managing Existing Managers
Viewing Manager List
The Manager Accounts section displays all managers with:- Name and email
- Assigned workspace
- Project access count
- Last activity
- Account status
Editing Manager Access
1
Select Manager
Click on a manager in the list to view their details.
2
Edit Permissions
Modify:
- Workspace assignment
- Project access list
- Role permissions
3
Save Changes
Click “Save” to apply the updated permissions.
Removing a Manager
To remove a manager:1
Select Manager
Find the manager in the list and click on their name.
2
Click Remove
Click the “Remove Manager” button (usually at the bottom of the manager details).
3
Confirm Removal
Confirm the action in the confirmation dialog.
Manager Roles and Permissions
Manager Access Levels
- Full Workspace Access
- Project-Specific Access
Managers with full workspace access can:
- View all projects in assigned workspace
- Access all leads from those projects
- Edit project details (limited)
- Manage leads (add notes, update status)
Permission Matrix
| Feature | Developer | Manager (Full) | Manager (Limited) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Create Projects | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Edit Projects | ✅ | ✅ (assigned) | ✅ (assigned) |
| Delete Projects | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| View All Leads | ✅ | ✅ (workspace) | ✅ (assigned) |
| Manage Leads | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Manage Settings | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Manage Subscriptions | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Add Managers | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
Workspace Management
What is a Workspace?
A workspace is a collection of projects. Managers can be assigned to specific workspaces to organize team access.Assigning Managers to Workspaces
1
Create or Select Workspace
Workspaces are typically created when you set up your account. You can assign managers to existing workspaces.
2
Assign Manager
When adding or editing a manager, select the workspace from the dropdown.
3
Verify Access
The manager will have access to all projects within the assigned workspace.
Manager Account Status
Active Managers
Active managers can:- Sign in to the admin dashboard
- Access assigned projects and leads
- Perform actions based on their permissions
Blocked Managers
If a manager is blocked:- They cannot sign in
- All access is revoked
- They will see a “Blocked” message when attempting to login
Managers can be blocked by developers. This is useful for temporary access suspension without removing the account entirely.
Best Practices
Troubleshooting
Manager can't see projects
Manager can't see projects
- Verify workspace assignment is correct
- Check project access permissions
- Ensure manager account is active
- Have manager refresh their browser
Manager invitation not received
Manager invitation not received
- Check spam/junk folder
- Verify email address is correct
- Resend invitation from manager accounts
- Contact support if issue persists
Can't remove manager
Can't remove manager
- Ensure you’re logged in as a developer
- Check if manager has active subscriptions (may need to be transferred)
- Contact support if removal is blocked
Next Steps
- Settings Configuration - Learn about other settings options
- Project Management - Understand how managers interact with projects
- Lead Management - See how managers can work with leads