Introduction:

System for Cross-domain Identity Management (SCIM) has emerged as a crucial standard in modern identity management and user provisioning. SCIM streamlines managing user identities across different systems, offering automation and interoperability benefits. Platforms like Microsoft Active Directory (MS AD) and Okta also provide robust solutions for user authentication and access management.

What is SCIM?

System for Cross-domain Identity Management (SCIM) is an open standard protocol that simplifies user provisioning and management across different systems and applications. It allows for automated user provisioning, de-provisioning, and synchronization, reducing manual effort and ensuring platform consistency.

MS AD and Okta

Microsoft Active Directory (MS AD) is a directory service developed by Microsoft for managing users, groups, and resources within a network. It provides centralized authentication and authorization services, making it a fundamental component of many IT infrastructures.

Okta is a cloud-based identity and access management platform that enables employees, partners, and customers to access applications, devices, and data securely. It offers Single Sign-On (SSO), multi-factor authentication, and user provisioning capabilities, among other features.