US Patent 11010456 Information access in a graph database

A computer-implemented method of improving data access in an organization by a computer. The computer receives a command from an individual to perform an action on a data element to the organization. Responsive to receiving the command, the computer reads an authorization object assigned to the data element. Responsive to reading the authorization object, the computer creates list of individuals authorized to perform the action on the data element in accordance with the authorization object. Responsive to creating the list, the computer permits the action on the data element only if the individual is on the list.