Azure Enterprise Applications¶
Azure Enterprise Applications are pre-integrated apps available in the Microsoft Entra ID gallery. They enable organizations to manage access, single sign-on (SSO), and provisioning for cloud and on-premises applications.
Real-World Use Case: Secure Access Management¶
Scenario¶
A company uses multiple cloud and on-premises applications. Azure Enterprise Applications streamline access management and security by managing user access, enabling SSO, and automating provisioning.
Implementation¶
- Application Addition: Add an enterprise application to your Microsoft Entra tenant. Use the Entra admin center to browse and add applications from the gallery.
- Single Sign-On Configuration: Configure SSO using methods like SAML, OpenID Connect, or OAuth, based on application requirements.
- User Assignment: Assign users or groups to the application to control access.
- Provisioning Automation: Enable automated user provisioning to create, update, and deactivate accounts based on directory changes.
- Monitoring and Management: Monitor usage and manage access in the Entra admin center. Set up alerts and reports for sign-in activity and compliance.
Well-Architected Framework Considerations¶
- Cost Optimization: Pay-as-you-go pricing for access management.
- Operational Excellence: Automation reduces manual intervention and improves efficiency.
- Performance Efficiency: High performance and low latency using Azure's infrastructure.
- Reliability: High availability and fault tolerance for access management.
- Security: SSO, RBAC, and integration with Microsoft Entra ID for secure access.