SAML

What does the SAML connection do?

SAML stands for Security Assertion Markup Language. It is an XML-based open-standard for transferring identity data between two parties: an identity provider (IdP) and a service provider (SP).

Improved User Experience

Users only need to sign in one time to access multiple service providers. This allows for a faster authentication process and less expectation of the user to remember multiple login credentials for every application. In the example above, that user could have clicked on any of the other icons in their dashboard and been promptly logged in without ever having to enter more credentials!

Increased Security

SAML provides a single point of authentication, which happens at a secure identity provider. Then, SAML transfers the identity information to the service providers. This form of authentication ensures that credentials are only sent to the IdP directly.

Loose Coupling of Directories‍

SAML doesn't require user information to be maintained and synchronized between directories.

Reduced Costs for Service Providers

With SAML, you don't have to maintain account information across multiple services. The identity provider bears this burden.

How to Setup the SAML connection

To configure your chosen service provider, please reach out to customer support and they will assist you with the process.