Rippling

Rippling is a unified workforce management and HR-driven identity platform that merges HRIS, IT, and security into a single SaaS solution. Its Identity Management module functions as an HR source-of-truth–driven IdP, automating identity lifecycle events—such as onboarding, access assignment, and offboarding—based on HR data changes. It supports standards-based SSO (SAML 2.0, OpenID Connect), SCIM provisioning, and device-aware MFA for holistic workforce access management.

Key Capabilities & Feature Highlights

  • SSO & federation: Functions as an Identity Provider supporting SAML 2.0 and OpenID Connect, with prebuilt app catalog connectors for common SaaS applications (e.g., Google Workspace, Salesforce, Slack).

  • HR-driven provisioning: Automates account provisioning and deprovisioning via SCIM or proprietary APIs, triggered by HR events such as hires, terminations, or role changes.

  • MFA & conditional access: Enforces MFA via TOTP, push, and SMS; can also apply device-based and OS-compliance policies using signals from the Rippling agent for contextual access control.

  • Directory sync: Integrates with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and Google Workspace, or serves as a standalone cloud directory of record for SMBs and mid-market organizations.

Limitations / Trade-offs

  • Protocol depth: Public documentation confirms SAML and OIDC support but lacks details on advanced OAuth 2.0 profiles like PAR, DPoP, or mTLS-bound tokens.

  • SCIM scope: While Rippling references SCIM-based provisioning, schemas and endpoint details are not public, verification is needed for each integration.

  • Cloud-only model: Rippling Identity is entirely SaaS-delivered; no on-premises or self-hosted version exists.

  • Target audience: The platform is optimized for SMB and mid-market environments focused on HR-IT convergence; large enterprises may require supplemental identity governance or fine-grained access tools.

  • Vendor lock-in: Tight HR–IAM coupling simplifies automation but can reduce flexibility if organizations later decouple their HR or IT ecosystems.

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