User provisioning is the process of creating, managing, and maintaining user accounts and access rights across an organization’s IT systems and applications.
It involves setting up user identities, assigning appropriate permissions, and ensuring users have access to the resources they need to perform their roles. This typically includes:
• Account Creation: Setting up user accounts in systems like email, databases, or enterprise applications.
• Access Management: Granting or restricting access to specific resources based on roles or policies.
• Updates and Maintenance: Modifying access rights as users change roles or responsibilities.
• Deprovisioning: Removing or disabling accounts when users leave the organization or no longer need access.
It’s often automated using Identity and Access Management (IAM) tools to streamline onboarding, ensure security, and maintain compliance with organizational policies or regulations.