Automated User Provisioning and Deprovisioning
Explore Okta's lifecycle management capabilities that automate user account creation, updates, and deactivation across integrated applications through SCIM-based provisioning.
Understand how Okta's lifecycle management enables automated provisioning workflows that synchronize user accounts between the Universal Directory and downstream applications, eliminating manual account management and ensuring timely access changes.
| Component | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Okta Provisioning | Automated user lifecycle synchronization |
| SCIM 2.0 | System for Cross-domain Identity Management protocol |
| API Integration | Secure connection to application provisioning endpoints |
| Attribute Mapping | Profile field synchronization between Okta and apps |
Lifecycle management automates the entire user journey across connected applications:
| Lifecycle Event | Manual Process | Automated with Okta |
|---|---|---|
| Joiner | IT creates accounts in each app individually | User created in Okta → accounts auto-provisioned |
| Mover | IT updates roles/attributes in each app | Attribute change in Okta → synced everywhere |
| Leaver | IT disables/deletes accounts one by one | User deactivated in Okta → all app accounts disabled |
Business Impact: