The tutorial by Ikeh Akinyemi outlines how to integrate authentication and role-based access control (RBAC) into a Webflow content management system (CMS) using Descope, an authentication platform. It emphasizes the importance of managing user access to enhance security, particularly in environments like Webflow where backend logic is limited. Using Descope, developers can add secure authentication features such as social login, email verification, and role-based permissions, streamlining the process without the need for extensive backend coding. The guide demonstrates setting up an authentication flow via Descope's visual workflow editor, which includes options for email OTP and social logins, and showcases how to manage user sessions, handle role-specific permissions, and update the user interface based on user roles. This transforms the CMS into a secure platform where users have controlled access based on their roles, enhancing collaboration while maintaining security. The tutorial highlights how these implementations can be achieved efficiently and effectively, making it particularly suitable for Webflow applications.