What is user provisioning?

1. User Provisioning Overview

• It refers to the process of automatically creating, managing, and updating account information for users or groups in the system.
• It connects the user's account with the linked systems and automatically creates accounts in each linked system when a new user registers.
• It automatically distributes not only user accounts but also the necessary (access) permissions for system access at the same time as account creation.

2. The Importance of User Provisioning

1) Enhanced Security

• Least Privilege GrantingIt enhances security by granting users only the minimum necessary permissions.
• Quick Account Deactivation: Immediately revoke the permissions of resigning employees or those transferring departments to prevent risks such as internal information leakage.

2) Operational Efficiency

• Automated Account CreationYou can automatically grant accounts and permissions to new hires, reducing manual work and saving time.
• Centralized ManagementYou can reduce management complexity by centrally managing user accounts across multiple systems and applications.

3) Key Features

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  • Predefine roles related to the user's job and automatically grant permissions based on those roles.
• Policy-based management
  • User permissions and accounts are managed according to the organization's security and operational policies.