How to Implement SSO & MFA Across Your SaaS Stack

When it comes to making SaaS workflows efficient and improving the security posture of your company’s entire SaaS stack, implementing SSO (Single Sign-On) and MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication) is the way to go.

In this guide, we’ve explained the process of implementing both SSO and MFA in your company’s tech stack.

Key Takeaways:

  • Single sign-on (SSO) helps users to login only once to access all apps.
  • MFA helps secure the app login step by adding an extra layer of authentication.
  • CloudFuze Manage helps streamline logins and workflows with SSO and MFA integration.

What is Single Sign-On (SSO) and How Does it Work?

SSO is a protocol that enables users to log in once and access almost all apps in the company’s tech stack. With this approach, users do not have to manually log into each app. This way, they do not have to remember passwords for each app as well.

Also, advanced SaaS and AI app management tools like CloudFuze Manage use SSO to streamline various types of workflows, such as:

  • Centralizing access controls for IT administrators
  • Automate user onboarding and offboarding workflows
  • Enforce MFA and other security policies
  • Provide admins with centralized access visibility

What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and How Does it Enhance Security?

MFA is a second layer of login verification step that improves security. Some of the common MFA techniques include OTP, authentication app, and fingerprint. MFA ensures protection from security compromises that take place through password leaks.

CloudFuze Manage uses MFA to secure access to all the SaaS and AI apps in the tech stack. The tool connects with the identify provider on which the IT team has implemented the MFA.

After the identify provider verifiers user login through MFA, CloudFuze Manage grants secure access to all the SaaS and AI apps. This entire process is automated and does not require manual intervention from the IT team.

How to Implement SSO and MFA and Where Does CloudFuze Come In?

Implementing SSO and MFA is simple; the fundamentals to understand is that both protocols are to be implemented at the identity provider level. Check out the steps to implement both SSO and MFA:

1. Implementing SSO

The first step is to choose and configure a centralized identity provider (IdP), such as Azure AD, Google Workspace Identity, Okta, and more. Next, work on basic configurations, such as creating user directories, groups, and roles and permissions.

2. Implementing MFA

Similarly, MFA should be implemented at the identity provider level. It is also important to enable one of the following MFA options:

  • Authenticator app
  • SMS
  • Hardware key

3. Connect CloudFuze Manage to Your Identity Provider

The next step is to connect CloudFuze Manage to the identify provider you have chosen and integrated. It is best to choose secure authentication protocols like OAuth 2.0 during identity integration. Also, connect your organization’s SaaS and AI apps to CloudFuze Manage and enable SSO and MFA for all apps.

After proper IdP integration, CloudFuze Manage can also automate various workflows, such as user onboarding and offboarding, access control management, and more.

Leverage CloudFuze Manage to Optimize Your SaaS and AI Stack

With CloudFuze Manage, you can take full control of your SaaS and AI stack and make it work to your advantage. From smooth and secure logins through SSO and MFA to deep automation and usage visibility, CloudFuze Manage helps you streamline all aspects of SaaS and AI app management.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Best solutions for implementing SSO across multiple cloud applications?

CloudFuze Manage is one of the best solutions for businesses to leverage SSO across all cloud apps through identity provider integration. By implementing SSO at the IdP level, CloudFuze Manage enables users to log in once to access all apps, instead of manually logging into each app.

2. How do I implement single sign-on and multi-factor authentication for a small business?

The best way to implement single sign-on (SSO) and multi-factor authentication (MFA) for a small business is to implement both protocols on a proper identity provider (IdP). Then, a professional SaaS + AI app management tool like CloudFuze Manage enables those protocols at the admin level for all apps.

3. Step-by-step guide to set up SSO and MFA on enterprise applications

Follow this brief yet insightful guide to learn about the step-by-step instructions to set up SSO and MFA on enterprise applications.

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