Is an enabled provisioning policy required if sync is defined?

The rationale behind the idea that an enabled provisioning policy is not necessary when synchronization is defined centers around the distinction between these two functionalities. Synchronization refers to the process of ensuring that identity data is updated and consistent across systems. It can occur independently of provisioning actions, which typically involve creating or updating access permissions and entitlements for users.

When synchronization is configured, it serves to keep identity information aligned with changes in source systems or repositories. This means that even if a provisioning policy is not enabled, synchronization can still effectively manage the identity data, ensuring that users have the correct attributes and access rights based on the latest updates from designated systems.

Provisioning policies, on the other hand, are more focused on granting access to resources based on business rules or roles. While they are important for managing access effectively and ensuring compliance, they are not inherently required for the sync process to operate correctly. In many scenarios, organizations may opt to have synchronization alone to maintain identity data without the need for provisioning actions to coordinate explicitly. This flexibility allows for a more tailored approach to identity management within an organization, enabling teams to prioritize synchronization without being constrained by the need for a provisioning policy to be active.