Here are answers to the most common questions about documenting Microsoft Entra ID with XIA Configuration.
Why is Microsoft Entra ID documentation important?
Microsoft Entra ID is the identity foundation for your cloud and hybrid environment. Documenting your directory provides clear visibility of users, groups, roles, applications, devices, and security controls, helping IT teams manage change, troubleshoot issues, and demonstrate compliance.
What Microsoft Entra ID information does XIA Configuration document?
XIA Configuration documents users, groups, roles, administrative units, enterprise applications, service principals, devices, directory settings, Conditional Access policies, authentication strengths, and Privileged Identity Management (PIM) assignments.
Can XIA Configuration document large Microsoft Entra ID tenants?
Yes. XIA Configuration supports documenting large and complex Microsoft Entra ID tenants, providing a unified, structured view across thousands of users, groups, roles, and applications.
Can XIA Configuration compare Microsoft Entra ID configurations?
Yes. Using the Data Comparer, you can compare documentation between scans to identify added, removed, or modified users, groups, roles, applications, Conditional Access policies, and other directory objects. This helps detect configuration drift and supports audit and change-management processes.
What output formats are supported for Microsoft Entra ID documentation?
Documentation can be exported to PDF and Microsoft Word (DOCX) formats, making it easy to share, review, archive, and include in audit packs or compliance reports.