Term · 27. Emerging Categories 2024-2026
Identity as a Service IDaaS
Definition
Identity as a Service (IDaaS) — cloud-based delivery model for IAM functions (SSO, MFA, directory, lifecycle management, access governance) following the SaaS pattern. Gartner Magic Quadrant leaders: Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, Ping Identity. Alternative to on-premise IDM/IAM for cloud-first organizations.
- Standards & regulations
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- NIST IR 8336 (Draft) «Identity as a Service (IDaaS) refers to cloud-based identity management services that provide capabilities such as authentication, authorization, and identity lifecycle management for users accessing »
- NIST IR 8400 «Azure AD is an IAM/identity as a service (IDaaS) product from Microsoft that performs ICAM management, authentication (both SSO and MFA), authorization, and auditing functions for enterprise resources»
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