What is the purpose of conditions or scripts in Access Control?

The purpose of conditions or scripts in Access Control is to establish the permissions required for access. In ServiceNow, Access Control rules determine who can view or interact with specific records based on defined criteria. By using conditions or scripts, administrators can specify the exact permissions that users or groups must have to access certain tables or fields within the ServiceNow platform.

For example, a script might check a user’s role or attributes before allowing them to create, read, update, or delete records. This level of granularity in defining access ensures that sensitive information is only available to authorized personnel, thereby enhancing security and compliance. Access Control is crucial in maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of data within the system, and the use of conditions or scripts is key to tailoring these permissions effectively.