Microsoft Entra

Overview

Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) is Microsoft's enterprise cloud-based identity and access management solution and the backbone of the Microsoft 365 system. It can sync with on-premise Active Directory and provide authentication to other cloud-based systems via OAuth.

Features

Microsoft Entra enables secure application integrations to connect your apps with Microsoft identity and access services.

Integration options include single sign-on (SSO) using Microsoft credentials, attribute mapping, and group-based access control, helping you simplify authentication and manage access across cloud, SaaS, and on-premises applications.

  • Quick plug-and-play setup (if supported by SP)
  • Seamless integration with other Microsoft applications
  • Group access control through Microsoft Active Directory
  • Microsoft-based attributes
  • Ability for application ownership; application owners can manage their integration independently

How to Request an Application Integration for Your Service

System administrators who want to place Microsoft Entra in front of a service should:

  1. Visit our FAQ for basic information.
  2. Fill out the Service Provider Enablement Request Form when you're ready to request an integration for your service.

Related Policies

InCommon Federation: Participant Operational Practices

Related Documents

Support

Contact the IT Service Center at 303-735-4357 or oithelp@colorado.edu for assistance.