In IdentityNow, how can provisioning occur?

Provisioning in IdentityNow can happen in two primary ways: automation and request-based methods. This versatility allows organizations to effectively manage user access and rights based on their operational needs.

Automated provisioning is crucial in environments that require rapid scaling or changes in user roles. For example, as new employees join an organization or existing employees change roles, automated provisioning allows for immediate updates to their access rights, ensuring that they have the necessary permissions to perform their duties without unnecessary delays or manual intervention.

On the other hand, request-based provisioning caters to specific user needs. Users can request access to certain applications or data, and those requests can go through an approval workflow. This ensures appropriate oversight and governance, allowing administrators or managers to evaluate and approve access based on the user's role and necessity.

This dual method of provisioning—both automated and request-based—ensures a balanced approach to identity management that optimizes operational efficiency while maintaining security and compliance standards.