User Provisioning
User provisioning is the process of creating, updating, and managing user accounts and access rights across systems and applications. It ensures users receive the appropriate roles, permissions, and authentication settings based on their responsibilities, while also supporting timely updates and deactivation to maintain security and compliance.
Key Components of User Provisioning
👤 User Creation & Onboarding
Automatically or manually create users with predefined roles, groups, and authentication methods.
🔄 Role & Group Assignment
Assign users to roles and groups during provisioning to ensure correct access from day one.
🔐 Authentication Setup
Configure authentication modes such as AD, Entra ID, database, MFA, or passwordless during provisioning.
🛠️ Profile & Attribute Management
Provision user attributes (email, phone, department, custom fields) used for policies and workflows.
🚫 Deprovisioning & Access Revocation
Disable or remove users when access is no longer required, preventing unauthorized accounts.
Benefits of User Provisioning
✅ Faster User Onboarding
New users gain access immediately with correct permissions—no manual follow-ups required.
🔒 Improved Security
Ensures least-privilege access and timely removal of access when users leave or change roles.
📉 Reduced Administrative Effort
Minimizes manual tasks and human errors through structured provisioning processes.
📋 Better Compliance & Auditing
Maintains clear records of who was provisioned, when, and with what access rights.