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Empowering Academic Institutions with Enhanced Security and Governance

Apr 9, 2024 | Release, soffid

In the dynamic landscape of academic environments, where access to resources and data security are paramount, Soffid IAM for Education emerges as a groundbreaking solution tailored to meet the unique challenges faced by educational institutions. With a keen understanding of the specific needs within academic settings, Soffid IAM for Education is designed to optimize governance, ensure seamless access to critical resources, meet compliance standards, and enhance overall security. This solution offers a multitude of highlights and benefits, making it an indispensable tool for universities looking to modernize their identity and access management systems.

Account for Life: A Lifelong Academic Companion

One of the most notable features of Soffid IAM for Education is the “Account for Life” service. This innovative offering is crafted to support the alumni student body at an exceptionally reasonable cost, ensuring that the relationship between the institution and its alumni remains strong and secure long after graduation. It embodies a commitment to providing lifelong value, extending beyond the traditional boundaries of academic enrollment.

Pre-bundled Package: Tailored for Excellence

Soffid IAM for Education introduces a pre-bundled package meticulously customized for educational institutions. This package includes:

  • Password Manager: Safeguards every credential, ensuring secure storage for both internal education institution applications and users’ external credentials. By extending protection for users’ external credentials, institutions enhance the value proposition for their alumni.
  • Access Manager: Offers Two-Factor Authentication, Single Sign-On, a Self-Service Portal, and more, simplifying and securing access to necessary resources.
  • Identity Governance and Administration: Provides comprehensive management of all identities within the institution, from employees and students to external partners and alumni.

Comprehensive Coverage of All Identities

Understanding the diverse ecosystem within academic institutions, Soffid IAM for Education covers a broad spectrum of identities, including internal identities (employees, staff, students), upstream identities (providers, logistic chains, outsourced services), and downstream identities (alumni, guest professors). This holistic approach ensures that every individual connected to the institution is accounted for and securely managed.

Multilingual Front Ends: Bridging Languages and Cultures

In recognition of the global nature of modern education, Soffid IAM for Education offers multilingual front ends, currently available in several languages, including Spanish, English, French, Arabic, and more. This feature is particularly beneficial for universities with international students, ensuring ease of use and facilitating a seamless user experience. Additionally, Soffid can integrate any other language within weeks upon request, underscoring its commitment to adaptability and inclusiveness.

Beyond the Classroom: Ensuring Security, Compliance, and Efficiency

Soffid IAM for Education goes beyond traditional identity management by offering effective user management, ensuring regulatory compliance, automating processes, and enhancing security measures. From simplifying onboarding and offboarding to mitigating the risk of unauthorized access and reinforcing security measures, Soffid IAM for Education minimizes the risk of data breaches and streamlines operations, making it an essential solution for the ever-evolving demands of academic institutions.

Lifetime Access to Resources: A Promise of Continuity

One of the most forward-thinking aspects of Soffid IAM for Education is the provision of lifetime accounts for users. This feature equips users with a unique set of credentials for their entire academic journey and potentially their professional career, adapting to their evolution with the university. It ensures continuity and a consistent user experience throughout the academic lifecycle, averting confusion and guaranteeing access to digital resources even post-graduation.

In the quest for a secure, compliant, and efficient academic environment, Soffid IAM for Education stands out as a comprehensive solution that addresses the multifaceted challenges faced by educational institutions today. By empowering universities with the tools needed to manage identities effectively, Soffid IAM for Education is setting new standards in academic governance and security.


Discover more about how Soffid IAM for Education can transform your institution’s approach to identity and access management by contacting us at contact@soffid.com or +34 871 962 912.

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