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We performed a comparison between Okta Workforce Identity and Oracle Identity Cloud Service based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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"A solution that's easy to use, stable, and reliable.""The solution so far has been very stable.""They have good push authentications.""This solution has a lot of capabilities and features.""The most valuable features are ease of operation and visibility.""It offers very helpful support. The technical team is very helpful.""The most valuable aspects of the solution are the integration with external websites one-factor authentication.""The provisioning functionality has been the most valuable. This solution has good performance, fast integration and is very responsive."

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"Onboarding of new employees, consultants, and partners has rapidly increased. We reduced the time to onboard them and the ease of onboarding has been improved. Therefore, we recognize there has been efficiency which has been brought into our organization.""The APIs are well documented, which has allowed us to access the IDCS security applications in our custom APIs.""The most valuable feature is the reduced maintenance burden for the client.""The most valuable feature is identity management.""Identity Cloud has simplified our migrations. Since we're primarily working with native Oracle solutions, we can adopt many features of Oracle Identity Cloud Management.""The most valuable features are the high stability and good performance.""Federation and Identity let us create users and send federation tools, giving the authentication and authorization to users. With the on-premise solution, I can do the installation, configuration, and integration of Identity Access Management. This gives us direct access. The integration with the single solution E-business suite is also very valuable."

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Cons
"The training is too costly.""There should be automated aggregation and complete classification processes included in it.""They should focus on improving them to provide top-notch team access management while still offering those typical features.""It is challenging to obtain a comprehensive backup.""Its pricing needs improvement.""The lifecycle management part can be improved. It should also have identity governance and the ability to choose a specific factor authentication at the application level. Its licensing and pricing can also be improved.""The solution lacks an on-premises deployment model so it can't offer a hybrid solution. It would be ideal if clients had options that weren't just cloud-based.""In some setup cases, there are issues with attributes not going in properly."

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"Oracle needs to improve the GUI and many other aspects of the cloud console. It isn't as slick as Azure, Google, or IWS cloud. The documentation could be better, too.""The IDs that are not used for a particular number of days should be disabled automatically.""The protocol could be easier to use.""The cost of this solution should be reduced.""We still see a lot of bugs in any of the versions that Oracle comes out with. So, there are a lot of bugs that need to be fixed.""The initial setup was a little complex. At that time, the method of integration was a bit complicated due to the scripts that we were required to write for the integration.""Self Service features are still limited in IDCS, and there is a need for more customization of the self-service screens."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "It could be a bit too pricey for small companies. Okta Workforce Identity can add a lot of benefits, but smaller companies may not have a lot of applications that need to be managed by Okta Workforce Identity. In larger organizations, there are more departments, applications, and users to manage. Okta Workforce Identity adds a bit more value to those bigger organizations. In addition to standard licensing fees, there are also additional costs for things"
  • "License is around US$20,000 annually."
  • "I believe it competes well. The pricing is pretty competitive. I know that Microsoft also provides something similar with its MFA and identity services."
  • "It is costly for large companies."
  • "The price of this product could be lower."
  • "It has a yearly subscription. As compared to its competitors, it is quite expensive. It also has a complex licensing model."
  • "The pricing is reasonable."
  • "This solution is costly. Pricing is decent if you have less users, but it significantly goes up the more users you have, with its cost not justified."
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  • "The foundation tier that is offered with other cloud services subscriptions is fairly extensive and supports the use of identities, groups, and privileges in those cloud services."
  • "Our licensing costs are on a yearly basis."
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    Top Answer:They could provide collaboration with Microsoft for conditional access and other features. They could work on reducing bugs as well.
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature is the reduced maintenance burden for the client.
    Top Answer:We still see a lot of bugs in any of the versions that Oracle comes out with. So, there are a lot of bugs that need to be fixed. Some of the documentation is not incorrect, but it could be more clear… more »
    Top Answer:I used it for user provisioning, role-based access control, and single sign-on. I had various different use cases.
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    Overview

    Okta Workforce Identity is a comprehensive identity and access management (IAM) solution designed to enhance security and streamline user experiences for businesses of all sizes. As a cloud-based platform, it offers a suite of tools that simplify user authentication, authorization, and management across a variety of applications and services.

    Core Features

    • Single Sign-On (SSO): Enables users to access multiple applications with a single set of credentials, enhancing convenience and reducing password fatigue.
    • Adaptive Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Provides robust security by requiring additional verification factors, which can adapt based on the user's location, device, and behavior.
    • Lifecycle Management: Automates user account creation, updating, and deactivation, ensuring access rights are current and compliant with company policies.
    • Universal Directory: A centralized directory service that supports user and group management across various applications, simplifying administrative tasks.
    • API Access Management: Safeguards APIs by implementing policies that control how and when they can be accessed, which is crucial for protecting sensitive data.

    PeerSpot users often praise Okta Workforce Identity for its ease of use and robust security features. IT professionals appreciate the streamlined integration with numerous applications and the flexibility in configuring access policies. Business executives value the enhanced security posture and the ability to enforce compliance across their digital assets.

    For IT professionals, Okta Workforce Identity offers a scalable and efficient solution to manage user identities and access rights. The ability to automate routine tasks like user provisioning and deactivation significantly reduces administrative overhead, allowing IT teams to focus on more strategic initiatives. Furthermore, the platform's comprehensive reporting capabilities aid in monitoring and auditing access, which is critical for maintaining security and compliance.

    Business executives will find that Okta Workforce Identity aligns with broader organizational goals of operational efficiency and risk management. Its intuitive user experience minimizes disruptions to workforce productivity, while advanced security features like adaptive MFA help mitigate the risk of data breaches. The platform's cloud-based nature ensures scalability and agility, enabling businesses to adapt quickly to changing market conditions and workforce dynamics.

    Okta Workforce Identity stands out as a versatile and secure IAM solution, adept at meeting the complex needs of modern enterprises. Its combination of user-friendly features and robust security measures makes it a top choice for organizations aiming to streamline their identity management processes while bolstering their cybersecurity defenses.

    Oracle Identity Cloud Service enables organizations to automate security, compliance, and IDM activities regardless of where they are on their journey to the cloud.

    Sample Customers
    FedEx, Zoom, Takeda, Lululemon Athletica, GrunHub, jetBlue, McKensson, Bain & Company, Engie, Peloton, Sonos, T-Mobile, Hewlett Packard, MGM Resorts, Ally Financial, Priceline, Albertsons, Itercom, Classy, FICO, Kensho, Live Nation, Drata, Rotary, and others.
    Valuecube, Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction, Ricoh
    Top Industries
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    Computer Software Company23%
    Manufacturing Company17%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Healthcare Company7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company17%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    Government7%
    Manufacturing Company6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Manufacturing Company11%
    Government10%
    Financial Services Firm9%
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    Small Business37%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise43%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business25%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise62%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business18%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise64%
    Buyer's Guide
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    Okta Workforce Identity is ranked 2nd in Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) with 24 reviews while Oracle Identity Cloud Service is ranked 16th in Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) with 1 review. Okta Workforce Identity is rated 8.4, while Oracle Identity Cloud Service is rated 7.6. The top reviewer of Okta Workforce Identity writes "Extremely easy to work with, simple to set up, and reasonably priced ". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Oracle Identity Cloud Service writes "Less maintenance burden and facilitates integration". Okta Workforce Identity is most compared with Google Cloud Identity, Microsoft Entra ID, SailPoint IdentityIQ, Saviynt and Auth0, whereas Oracle Identity Cloud Service is most compared with Microsoft Entra ID and SailPoint IdentityIQ.

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