Is email considered a standard attribute for mapping during identity creation?

Email is considered an optional standard attribute during identity creation because it is not always a mandatory requirement for every organization or use case. In many scenarios, identities can be created without an associated email address; for example, identities that represent non-human entities, such as applications or devices, may not require an email address at all. Additionally, some business processes may operate effectively with alternative identifiers or without email, depending on the specific context and the requirements of the identity governance framework in place.

This flexibility allows organizations to tailor their identity creation processes to fit their unique needs, ensuring that they only include necessary attributes based on their operational requirements and compliance obligations. While email can serve important functions, such as communication or user authentication, its optional status emphasizes adaptability in identity management practices.