What is the purpose of an access role in Pega?

The purpose of an access role in Pega is to determine user actions based on privileges. Access roles play a crucial role in managing security within Pega applications by defining what a user can or cannot do in the system. They establish a framework for permissions, determining which actions are permitted for specific user groups, thus ensuring that sensitive operations can only be conducted by authorized personnel.

By assigning access roles to users, Pega allows for fine-grained control over system functionalities, enabling in-depth customization of user experiences based on their roles. This prevents unauthorized access to parts of the application or sensitive data, thereby promoting a secure and efficient environment for application users.

The other options do not align with the primary function of access roles. Access roles do not define the structure of data, identify authors of applications, or set user performance metrics, as these functions serve different operational aspects within Pega's framework.