Benefits of Active Directory and Entra ID

Learn why you should consider the importance of IAM and how Entra ID can support.

Single Sign-On for Cloud and On-Premises Applications

Entra ID provides secure single sign-on (SSO) for a wide range of cloud and on-premises applications, including Microsoft 365 and thousands of SaaS applications like Salesforce, Workday, DocuSign, ServiceNow, and Box.

Easily Extend Identity Management to the Cloud

Connect Entra ID with on-premises directories in just a few clicks to maintain a consistent set of users, groups, passwords, and devices across both environments.

Cross-Platform Application Access

Users can launch applications from a personalized web-based access panel, mobile app, Office 365, or custom company portals using their existing work credentials, ensuring a seamless experience across iOS, macOS, Android, and Windows devices.

Enhanced Security for Applications and Data

Protect sensitive data and applications with Entra ID's advanced identity protection capabilities. Gain insights into suspicious sign-in activities, receive proactive security reports, and enforce risk-based policies to safeguard your business against current and emerging threats.

Secure Remote Access for On-Premises Web Applications

Access on-premises web applications securely from anywhere with multi-factor authentication, conditional access policies, and group-based access management. Users can seamlessly access both SaaS and on-premises web apps from a unified portal.

Cost Savings and Improved Security Through Self-Service Capabilities

Empower employees with self-service capabilities such as password resets and group management, reducing helpdesk calls and enhancing security through verification steps.

Enterprise Scale and Reliability

Entra ID offers enterprise-grade scale and reliability, serving as the directory for Microsoft Office 365 with hundreds of millions of users and billions of authentications daily. Hosted in globally distributed datacenters across 17 regions, Entra provides high availability and worldwide technical support with a 99.9% SLA.