Files.com supports two methods for provisioning users from your identity provider: SCIM provisioning and Just-in-Time (JIT) provisioning. Both options simplify onboarding by eliminating the need for manual account creation. JIT provisioning creates user accounts the moment a user logs in via SSO for the first time, making it a quick and easy way to get started without extra configuration.

SCIM provisioning goes further by allowing continuous synchronization of users and groups between your identity provider and Files.com. It handles user creation, updates to user attributes, group assignments, and account deactivation. This level of automation ensures that user access stays accurate as roles and permissions change in your identity system. SCIM also allows organizations to restrict or scope which users and groups are provisioned, offering tighter access control.

JIT provisioning may be suitable for simple use cases or small teams, but it comes with limitations. It does not support automatic deactivation, and group information from providers like Entra ID may appear in unreadable formats. SCIM avoids these issues by providing full control over provisioning behavior and data integrity. For organizations that rely on structured group access or need audit-friendly user lifecycle management, SCIM is the preferred and more reliable solution.