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# Lumos AppStore Guide for App Owners and Approvers

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  Part of Lumos Launchpad: [AppStore](/launchpad/appstore), step 5.
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To prepare your Approvers and App Owners for the Lumos AppStore launch, Lumos Admins can share the guide below.

You can either make a copy of this [shared template](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hXXGhz3KDp-qqFN9gpefVoxCgLCLggGG0YGzNbz-000/edit?tab=t.0) or copy and paste the text below.

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**By \[Your Company or Team Name]**

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## **Purpose**

The Lumos AppStore allows employees to request access to applications through a self-service interface. These requests are routed to designated app owners or approvers based on predefined policies.

As an App Approver, your role is to review and act on these access requests in a timely and secure manner. This ensures that users only receive access to applications when appropriate, supporting compliance, operational efficiency, and the principle of least privilege.

As an App Owner, your role is to provision access as needed whenever auto-provisioning is not enabled.

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## **Request review frequency**

Access requests can be submitted at any time. Approvers should review and respond to requests within 1–2 business days to avoid delays in employee productivity.

Notifications will be sent to you via `<Slack, email, or ITSM>` *customize this depending on your organization’s configuration.*

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## **Stakeholders**

* App Approver: Responsible for reviewing and acting on access requests
* App Owner: Responsible for provisioning ONLY when auto-provisioning is not enabled. You will be notified if you need to actively provision an account
* IT Team: Manages app integrations, policy enforcement, and provisioning
* Security / GRC: Ensures approver coverage and compliance alignment

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## **Process Overview**

1. A user requests access to an application via the Lumos AppStore
2. The request is routed to the designated approver(s)
3. The approver receives a notification (Slack, email, or ticket)
4. The approver reviews the request and takes one of the following actions:

   * Approve
   * Deny
   * Modify
5. The user is notified of the decision and granted or denied access
6. All actions are recorded for audit and compliance purposes

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## **Responsibilities of App Owners and Approvers**

| **Responsibility** | **Description** |
| - | - |
| Timely response | Review and act on requests within 1–2 business days |
| Evaluate context | Consider the user’s role, justification, and policy alignment |
| Follow policy | Apply your team’s or department’s access guidelines |
| Escalate when needed | Review with internal escalation paths as needed |
| Participate in periodic reviews | Some apps may be included in quarterly access reviews |

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## **How to Review and Approve Requests in Lumos**

1. Log in to [Lumos Identity](https://app.lumosidentity.com) using SSO
2. Click on left hand side menu
3. Click on Task Center
4. Review any pending access requests
5. For each request, review the following:

   * Requestor’s name and department
   * Application name
   * Business justification provided
   * Requested duration (if applicable)
6. Choose one of the following actions:

   * Approve: The request is fulfilled automatically or via a ticket
   * Deny: The request is declined; a reason can be provided
   * Add Comment (to requester)
   * Modify Permission or Access Length (as needed by clicking the pencil beside the permission requested)

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## **Best Practices**

* Review requests promptly to avoid workflow bottlenecks
* Approve only when access is appropriate for the user’s role
* Default to the least privileged role unless otherwise justified
* Use time-bound access for contractors or short-term projects

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## **Resources and Templates**

| **Resource** | **Link** |
| - | - |
| Requesting Access to an App | [Help Center Guide](/kb/quick_start_guide/appstore-1/appstore_explainers_for_new_employees_new_to_appstore/requesting-access-to-an-app) |
| Approver Help Article | [Help Center Guide](/kb/quick_start_guide/appstore-1/appstore_explainers_for_new_employees_new_to_appstore/approving-access-requests) |
| Overview Video (2 min) | Watch Here (Coming soon) |

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## **Support**

If you’re unsure how to proceed with a request or need to update the list of app approvers, please reach out to your IT team or AppStore administrator. Additional support documentation is available in the [Lumos documentation](/).