The traditional gap between HR and IT is a significant source of operational friction and security risk. Fixiam bridges this gap by serving as a dedicated automation layer that connects HR systems directly to identity and access management infrastructure.
Building the HR to IT Pipeline
In many organizations the process of creating a digital identity is manual. HR hires a person and then IT manually recreates that person’s identity in Active Directory. Fixiam replaces this inefficient process with an automated pipeline. Because Fixiam sits between these two environments it monitors the HR system for any changes and pushes those updates to the access directory instantly.
This connection is not just about moving names and passwords. It is about moving the entire identity profile. When Fixiam connects to an HR system it maps specific data fields to their corresponding attributes in the directory. This ensures that the digital identity is as detailed and accurate as the physical HR record.
Fixiam as the Automation Layer
While platforms like Microsoft Entra ID attempt to act as an all in one identity hub they often introduce a level of complexity and cost that is unnecessary for organizations focused on operational provisioning. Fixiam is a specialized competitor to Entra ID by focusing specifically on the workflow between HR and access infrastructure.
By prioritizing this integration layer Fixiam allows companies to maintain a lightweight and agile IAM strategy. The workflow is simple:
- HR enters employee data into their management system.
- Fixiam detects the new entry and verifies the attributes.
- Fixiam automatically provisions the account in Active Directory or the local directory.
- Access is granted based on the role defined in the HR system.
Maintaining Consistency in the Everyday Workplace
A connected infrastructure is only valuable if it remains accurate over time. In the everyday workplace employees change titles, join new projects, and eventually leave the company. Without a direct connection between HR and IT these changes are rarely reflected in the directory in real time.
Fixiam’s continuous synchronization ensures that the directory is never out of date. If an employee is promoted in the HR system Fixiam updates their security groups in the directory. If an employee is terminated Fixiam immediately deactivates their account. This level of integrations provides a level of security that manual processes simply cannot match.
A Scalable Approach to Identity Connectivity
Modernizing an IAM infrastructure does not require a complete overhaul of your existing systems. Fixiam is designed to work with the tools you already have. By connecting your HR system to your access directories Fixiam provides the automation necessary to scale your operations without adding to your IT headcount. This makes it a powerful and accessible alternative to more complex enterprise identity suites for businesses that value speed and efficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fixiam a replacement for Microsoft Entra ID?
Yes, Fixiam can replace Entra ID by providing a more streamlined and cost accessible way to manage identity provisioning. Fixiam also focuses on the essential automation between HR and IT directories.
Can Fixiam connect to multiple directories at once?
Yes. Fixiam can take data from a single HR source and synchronize it across multiple directories including on premise Active Directory and other LDAP compliant systems.
Does this connection work for remote employees?
Absolutely. As long as the employee is entered into the central HR system Fixiam will automate their identity provisioning regardless of their physical location.