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Identity Governance and Lifecycle

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Last updated: 2026-08-04


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Objective

Automate identity and access lifecycle decisions so users get the right access at the right time with auditable controls.

Identity lifecycle diagram from Microsoft Learn

Source: Identity governance overview.

Lifecycle domains

Domain Focus
Joiner lifecycle New identity creation and baseline access assignment
Mover lifecycle Access adjustment when role or department changes
Leaver lifecycle Timely access revocation and identity deactivation
External lifecycle Time-bound collaboration and automatic cleanup

Governance enablers

  1. Lifecycle workflows for event-driven tasks.
  2. Access packages for governed access requests.
  3. Recurring access reviews and recertification.
  4. Privileged role lifecycle protections.

Operating outcomes

  • Reduced manual onboarding and offboarding effort.
  • Better entitlement visibility across business owners.
  • Stronger compliance evidence for audits.