IDx (The Identity Exchange)

IDx (The Identity Exchange) is an identity exchange platform offered by IAM Cloud. According to the vendor, it is designed to automate the process of onboarding, moving, and offboarding employees by connecting and syncing identities across various systems. IDx is said to be suitable for organizations of all sizes, from small businesses to large enterprises. It caters to professionals and industries such as Human Resources, IT Administrators, Identity and Access Management Professionals, Education (K-12 and Higher Education), and Healthcare.

Key Features

According to the vendor, IDx offers the following key features:

Identity Sync & Account Provisioning: IDx automates the user lifecycle process by syncing data between the HR system and Active Directory, enabling seamless account provisioning and deprovisioning. It is claimed to support rule-based attribute joining, transforms, and creation, ensuring accurate and efficient identity management.

Custom Branded Login Pages & User Notifications: Organizations can create custom branded login pages with IDx, providing a personalized and cohesive user experience. It is also claimed to allow for the customization of email and SMS notifications based on event triggers, such as manager notifications for new employees. These notifications can supposedly be tailored to match the organization's branding and communication style.

Connectivity with SaaS Applications and On-Premises Systems: According to the vendor, IDx seamlessly connects with various SaaS applications like Workday, Salesforce, and Azure AD through the IDx API. It also claims to integrate with on-premises systems such as SQL and Active Directory using a secure-sync agent, ensuring comprehensive identity management across multiple systems. This connectivity is said to enable organizations to automate identity processes and streamline data synchronization.

Automated Joiner, Mover, and Leaver Process: IDx is claimed to automate the joiner, mover, and leaver process, reducing manual effort and ensuring accurate and timely identity management. It is said to facilitate the automation of email address generation, account creation, and manager notifications, improving efficiency and security. The platform is also claimed to go beyond employee management, allowing organizations to automate identity processes for connecting custom databases to CRMs.

Extensibility with IDxAPI: According to the vendor, IDx offers extensibility through the IDxAPI, allowing organizations to create custom workflows and extend IDx to their own applications. The API is said to enable the development of custom workflows, such as webforms for sending one-time passwords to new user's phones. This extensibility is claimed to enhance the flexibility and adaptability of IDx to meet specific organizational requirements.