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The identity lifecycle tag on WindowsForum.com covers topics related to managing user identities and groups across hybrid environments, with a focus on Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory. Recent content discusses the Group Source of Authority (SOA) feature in Entra ID, which allows IT administrators to shift ownership of specific AD groups from on-premises to the cloud. This capability supports more agile governance, streamlined operations, and a path toward cloud-native security groups. Discussions emphasize reducing legacy dependencies and enabling flexible cloud management for identity lifecycle processes.
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    Microsoft Entra ID's Group Source of Authority (SOA): Simplifying Hybrid Identity Management

    Microsoft has taken a significant step toward modernizing hybrid identity management with the introduction of the Group Source of Authority (SOA) feature in Entra ID, now available in public preview. This eagerly anticipated capability unlocks a new era of flexibility for IT administrators...
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