What is SCIM?

SCIM stands for System for Cross-domain Identity Management. It is an open standard that allows for the automation of user identity management in different IT systems. By enabling standardized user provisioning and synchronization, SCIM makes onboarding and offboarding easier, more efficient, and less error-prone.

Why SCIM Matters for User Synchronization

With the proliferation of SaaS applications, managing user identities can be cumbersome and prone to inconsistencies. SCIM ensures that identity data is consistent across all connected services. It eliminates the need for repetitive manual input, reducing errors and saving time for IT teams.

How Does SCIM Work?

SCIM works by providing a common framework for exchanging user information between identity providers (like Okta or Azure AD) and applications. It typically involves one application talking to another to synchronize user attributes like name, email, and group memberships. This allows businesses to quickly onboard or offboard employees across multiple platforms with minimal effort.

Key Benefits of Using SCIM

• Simplified Onboarding and Offboarding: New hires can automatically gain access to necessary tools, while offboarded users can be quickly removed from all systems.

• Increased Security: Reducing manual touchpoints lowers the risk of orphan accounts that may pose security risks.

• Scalability: As organizations grow, managing users across many platforms becomes more complex. SCIM provides a scalable solution to handle that growth seamlessly.

• Cost Management: SCIM helps manage costs by ensuring accounts that should be disabled are promptly deactivated, preventing unnecessary license usage.

The SCIM Price Tag

SCIM is a powerful tool for automating user management, but it often comes with a high price tag. Typically, SCIM is only available on expensive enterprise-level tiers, making it inaccessible for many smaller businesses that could benefit from it. However, there is hope—some core services that our customers rely on, such as Google Workspace and AWS, offer SCIM support on all subscription tiers, making it more accessible for smaller organizations looking to streamline user management without incurring significant costs.

How ShiftControl Helps Businesses with User Synchronization

At ShiftControl, we simplify user synchronization by making SCIM accessible and easy to manage for businesses of all sizes. Our partnership with JumpCloud enables seamless SCIM integrations for over 900 applications, helping companies automate the synchronization of user data across multiple platforms. This approach not only reduces manual work but also minimizes the risk of errors and security gaps.

• Efficient User Synchronization: Automate user management across 900+ applications through SCIM, reducing the manual workload.

• Simplified Interface: Our platform is designed for ease of use, allowing businesses to manage SCIM without requiring specialized IT expertise.

• Custom Integrations: For services without SCIM or with SCIM behind a paywall, we offer tailored integration solutions to maintain data consistency and security.