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Okta Universal Directory Enhancements Enable Every Organization to Migrate From On-Premises InfrastructureOkta, Inc. (NASDAQ:OKTA), the leading independent provider of identity for the enterprise, today announced advancements to the Okta Identity Cloud to power a new independent directory standard and integration ecosystem for the extended enterprise. Updates include a Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) interface for Okta Universal Directory, an expanded, richer Okta Integration Network, automated access for customers and partners, and end-to-end auditing. "While the benefits of the cloud have been well established for years, many organizations are still unable to take full advantage of innovative new services due to their reliance on legacy infrastructure, which adds complexity and cost to implement and use," said Eric Berg, Chief Product Officer at Okta. "Modern IT requires a dynamic system that can help them match the racecar pace of technology innovation. We're investing heavily in building on our independent and neutral platform to manage these demands - and today's new features make the Okta Identity Cloud the most comprehensive integration solution available for businesses today." Every aspect of what IT leaders need to manage, control and secure has grown exponentially, and will only continue to accelerate. To fully take advantage of cloud and mobile technologies, modern IT requires dynamic back-end systems with the ability to support both existing and future solutions, both traditional employees and external partners, customers and contractors, and a vast array of devices. Today's enhancements to the Okta Identity Cloud make it easier for IT administrators to manage the breadth of on-premises and cloud-based applications, devices and people involved in modern business. Updates to the Okta Identity Cloud include:
For more information on the Okta Identity Cloud, including Okta Universal Directory, Okta Integration Network and Okta Lifecycle Management, visit okta.com/products. About Okta, Inc. Okta is the leading independent provider of identity for the enterprise. The Okta Identity Cloud connects and protects employees of many of the world's largest enterprises. It also securely connects enterprises to their partners, suppliers and customers. With deep integrations to over 5,000 apps, the Okta Identity Cloud enables simple and secure access from any device. Thousands of customers, including Experian, 20th Century Fox, LinkedIn, Flex, News Corp (News - Alert), Dish Networks, and Adobe trust Okta to work faster, boost revenue and stay secure. Okta helps customers fulfill their missions faster by making it safe and easy to use the technologies they need to do their most significant work. View source version on businesswire.com: http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20170829005292/en/ |