When managing user identities with SCIM, changes are reflected how?

When managing user identities with the System for Cross-domain Identity Management (SCIM), changes are reflected in real-time across systems. SCIM is designed to simplify the management of user identities in cloud-based applications by allowing for seamless integration and synchronization of user data.

Due to its RESTful API nature, SCIM enables immediate updates to user information such as additions, deletions, and modifications, ensuring that these changes are propagated across all connected systems without delay. This real-time capability is crucial for organizations that need to maintain accurate user identity information across various platforms, especially to comply with security regulations and maintain proper access controls.

In contrast, manual updates would require administrators to intervene each time a change is needed, which is not efficient. Similarly, delays, whether by 24 hours or requiring admin approval, would hinder agility and responsiveness in identity management, which is contrary to the purpose of SCIM’s design and functionality.