What is the function of "groups" in Quickbase?

The function of "groups" in Quickbase is primarily to collectively manage users with assigned roles. Groups allow administrators to streamline user management by categorizing users based on their roles or access needs. When users are added to a specific group, they inherit the permissions and settings that are associated with that group. This greatly simplifies the process of managing user roles, especially in larger teams or organizations, as it avoids the need to assign individual settings to each user. By using groups, Quickbase enhances efficiency in managing user access and ensures that users have the appropriate level of access based on their role within the organization. This collective management also contributes to better organization of users and promotion of collaboration across users who have similar access needs or responsibilities.

The other options, while related to user management and communication, do not accurately capture the primary function of groups in Quickbase. Individual user settings are managed independently, automated reports are a feature related to data organization and summarization, and direct communications pertain more to messaging and announcements rather than group management.