If you operate a Windows platform, then you may come across Active directory. This powerful and helpful feature can be integrated with corporate portal systems to make them even more powerful. Read on for an overview. What is Active directory? Active directory is a special-purpose database from Microsoft. It provides a central location, usually on server computers, for both network administration and security. The server computer that runs Active directory, called the domain controller, authorizes all users and computers in the network. This ensures website security and helps monitor the use of each computer. If you work for or operate a large company, then you have probably already encountered Active directory in the form of corporate or individual logins. Active directory integration to Portals Active directory is a special-purpose database from Microsoft. It provides a central location, usually on server computers, for both network administration and security. If you decide to integrate Active directory to your website’s portal, you can primarily streamline employee-related processes. For example, Active directory integration with a corporate portal can create a self-service portal, wherein users can modify their own account attributes. They can also access information in the portal by nature of their Active directory login, and there will be greater transparency regarding what items employees accessed in the corporate portal. Active directory Authentication and Employees Through the Active directory authentication server, employees can authenticate to an online (Firefox or XTM) device using their network credentials. The process for doing this is fairly straightforward, and it will allow your employees to access the central corporate portal with ease. contact Clarity if you have questions about Active directory authentication or your corporate portal. Find out more about Clarity VenturesSee our Enterprise Web portfolio