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What is Identity as Service(IDaaS)?
Identity as a Service (IDaaS) is a cloud-based service that enables organizations to manage and secure their digital identities and access to resources. IDaaS is designed to provide a single point of control for managing and authenticating user access to a wide range of applications, devices, and networks.
In the past, organizations often had to manage their own on-premises identity management systems, which could be complex and time-consuming. IDaaS allows organizations to outsource this function to a third-party provider, which can offer a more scalable and cost-effective solution. IDaaS providers typically offer a range of services, including authentication, authorization, and single sign-on (SSO) capabilities, as well as tools for managing user accounts and access rights.
One of the main benefits of IDaaS is that it enables organizations to provide secure access to resources for a diverse group of users, including employees, contractors, partners, and customers. This can be especially useful for organizations that have a large and dispersed user base, as it allows them to manage access to resources from a single, centralized platform.
IDaaS can also help organizations to improve security and compliance. By using a third-party provider, organizations can take advantage of the provider’s expertise and resources to ensure that…