# OpenFGA (/docs/runtime/components/openfga)



Component Category [#component-category]

Access and security / authorization

Component Description [#component-description]

OpenFGA is a fine-grained authorization system designed to model and evaluate access relationships at scale.

Why It Is Used [#why-it-is-used]

In BullSequana AI Runtime, OpenFGA supports granular permission models beyond simple role checks. It helps enforce consistent authorization across services, resources, and platform operations.

Learn More [#learn-more]

* [OpenFGA documentation](https://openfga.dev/docs/fga)
* [openfga/openfga on GitHub](https://github.com/openfga/openfga)

Interacts With [#interacts-with]

* `PostgreSQL`, which stores the OpenFGA authorization data model and state.
* `Keycloak`, as part of the broader identity and authorization flow across the platform.
* `Temporal`, where authorization-related workflow coordination and synchronization can be connected at the platform level.