User Management

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Product: Prepared Assist
Audience: Call Takers, Dispatchers, Supervisors, Administrators
Last Updated: 05/01/2026


Outcome

After reading this guide, you will be able to create, update, and manage users, assign roles, and ensure each user has the correct access to features within the Prepared platform.


Overview

Use the Users page to manage all user accounts in your agency.

You can:

  • Add users individually or in bulk

  • Assign roles that control access and permissions

  • Enable or disable specific features

  • Maintain accurate user records for operations and audits

Access this page in:

Settings → Users


What’s New

Recent updates improve how access and user management work:

  • Upload multiple users using a CSV file

  • Filter users by role using tabs

  • Enable features like Call Audio, Voice Translator, and Radio

  • Upload radio unit IDs in bulk

Assistive Dispatch Access Update

Assistive Dispatch access is now controlled through roles, not individual user settings.

  • Access is automatically included in certain roles

  • You do not need to enable it manually per user

Users in the following roles have access by default:

  • Dispatcher

  • Floor Lead

  • Supervisor

  • Administrator

  • RTCC Operator

  • Radio User

Note: If a user needs Assistive Dispatch access, assign them to a role that includes it.


Manage Users

Filter Users by Role

Use role tabs to quickly view users by function:

  • Administrator

  • Supervisor

  • Dispatcher

  • Calltaker


Download Users

Export your user list for:

  • Audits

  • Data cleanup

  • Reporting


Add Users

You can add users in two ways:

Option 1: Add a Single User

  1. Go to Settings → Users

  2. Select Add User

  3. Enter user details

  4. Assign a role

  5. Save


Option 2: Add Multiple Users (CSV Upload)

Step 1: Download Template

  • Select Download Template

Step 2: Complete the File

  • Add one user per row

  • Complete all required fields:

    • Name

    • Email

    • Role

    • Authentication

Step 3: Upload the File

  • Save as .csv

  • Upload the file

  • Review validation messages

  • Confirm upload

After upload, users receive an email with login instructions.


User Table Overview

Each column shows user details or feature access.

Field

Description

Name

Display name shown across the platform

Role

Determines access and permissions

Email

Login identifier

Phone Number

Optional contact number

Authentication

Login method

Teams

Used for filtering and analytics

Call Audio

Enables access to call audio

Voice Translator

Enables translation features

Radio

Enables radio functionality

Actions

Edit, suspend, remove, or impersonate


Understand Roles vs Feature Toggles

  • Roles control what users can access and do (permissions)

  • Toggles control whether certain features are enabled

Example:

  • A role may allow access to Assistive Dispatch

  • A toggle enables access to Call Audio


Edit User Information

You can update:

  • Name

  • Email

  • Phone Number

  • Role

  • Teams

Role

  • Controls access to features and permissions

  • Changes take effect immediately

Important: Assistive Dispatch access is managed through roles, not user settings.


User Actions

Edit

Update user details, role, or team assignment

Suspend

Temporarily disable access without deleting the account

Use when:

  • A user is on leave

  • Access needs to be removed temporarily

Remove

Permanently delete a user

Use for:

  • Duplicate accounts

  • Test users

Warning: Removing active users may impact audit history.


CSV Upload Guidelines

To avoid errors:

  • Do not rename or remove columns

  • Do not change column order

  • Do not add new columns

  • Use plain text only

  • Use unique email addresses

  • Save as .csv

For feature columns:

  • Use ON or OFF


Best Practices

  • Assign users the minimum access needed

  • Use roles to manage permissions consistently

  • Review user roles regularly

  • Confirm feature access after onboarding


Support & Additional Resources

If you need help managing users or roles, contact:

Support@prepared911.com

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