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Identity Orchestration
What is identity orchestration?
Use cases for identity orchestration
Identity orchestration can be applied to various scenarios.
- User onboarding: Automating the creation of user accounts, granting access to resources, and assigning roles based on pre-defined workflows.
- Access requests: Streamlining the process of requesting and approving access to applications and data, with automated workflows and notifications.
- Password management: Automating password resets, enforcing password policies, and providing self-service options for users to manage their credentials.
- Compliance processes: Automating tasks related to access certifications, audit reporting, and compliance with regulations like GDPR and HIPAA.
- Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM): Orchestrating user registration, authentication, and authorization processes for customer-facing applications.
These use cases demonstrate the versatility of identity orchestration in enhancing various identity-related processes.
Key technologies and tools of identity orchestration
Several technologies and tools enable identity orchestration. Identity orchestration platforms provide a centralized console for designing, deploying, and managing identity workflows. They often include features like drag-and-drop workflow builders, connectors to various identity systems, and reporting capabilities. Strata’s Maverics Identity Orchestration platform is a notable example.
Best practices for implementing identity orchestration
Implementing identity orchestration requires careful planning and execution. Firstly, define your objectives by identifying the key goals you want to achieve with identity orchestration. Next, assess your current environment by analyzing your existing identity systems, applications, and workflows. Then, choose the right tools by selecting identity orchestration platforms and tools that align with your needs and integrate with your existing infrastructure. Afterwards, design and deploy automated workflows for key identity processes. Finally, continuously monitor and optimize your identity orchestration workflows to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. Following these best practices will help ensure a successful implementation of identity orchestration.
The future of identity orchestration
As organizations increasingly rely on cloud services and adopt Zero Trust security models, identity orchestration will play an even more critical role in managing and securing digital identities. We can expect to see further advancements in automation, AI-powered decision-making, and integration with emerging technologies. By embracing identity orchestration, organizations can streamline identity processes, enhance security, and improve the user experience, paving the way for a more efficient and secure digital future. The evolution of identity orchestration is poised to significantly impact how organizations manage identities in the coming years.
For a comprehensive understanding, you can refer to Strata’s white paper, What is Identity Orchestration? The complete guide.