When it comes to identity and access management vs. directories (e.g., Active Directory), IAM is the more robust solution. Directories store information about user attributes and access permissions so they can verify a user’s identity before provisioning access to a company resource. Companies needed more robust identity verification requirements and permissions to only allow access …

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) requires users to verify their identity using two or more different authentication factors before they are given access to an application or a network. Cloudflare Access helps enforce security policies for both on-premises internal employees and remote workers. It integrates with SSO providers and allows administrators to alter and customize user permissions. …