Everything is a Workflow
Low-Code IAM
Automation & Orchestration
Accelerate enterprise identity and access management with drag-and-drop workflows—provision, approve, and remediate across systems while business owners stay in control.
The EmpowerID Philosophy
Everything is a Workflow
Every identity action in EmpowerID, from provisioning a user to approving access to rotating passwords, is powered by our workflow engine. This is not just a feature; it is the architectural foundation.
Complete Visibility
Every action is logged, tracked, and auditable. Know exactly what happened, when, why, and by whom.
100% Customizable
Use workflows as-is, modify them for your needs, or build entirely new ones all without developers.
Business Logic Built-In
Inject your policies, naming conventions, approvals, and notifications into every identity action.
No Developers Required
Visual Workflow Studio
The EmpowerID Visual Workflow Studio is a powerful drag-and-drop designer that allows IAM administrators to create, modify, and deploy complex identity workflows without writing code.
Unlike traditional IAM solutions that require expensive consultants and custom development, EmpowerID puts the power in your hands. Map your business processes visually and watch them execute in real-time.
The Business Challenge
Complex Processes Need Perfect Orchestration
Employee offboarding is a critical security process. It requires a perfectly orchestrated sequence of actions that must be:
Timely
Accounts must be disabled immediately to prevent unauthorized access.
Comprehensive
All access across all systems must be revoked.
Auditable
There must be a clear, verifiable record of every action taken.
Flexible
The process for an executive may differ from that of a contractor.
The Problem with Custom Code
Traditional Workflow Automation Creates Security and Agility Bottlenecks
Administrative tasks require orchestrating a complex array of actions. Traditional solutions often rely on custom code, which introduces significant challenges:
Security Gaps
Every line of custom code increases the attack surface and requires separate security assessments.
Lack of Agility
Relying on coding expertise creates a barrier to rapid change, making it difficult to adapt to evolving business requirements.
Poor Visibility
Coded workflows are often a 'black box,' making it difficult to audit who changed what, when, and why—a critical failure for compliance.
The Architecture
No-Code Flows Are Built on Four Interconnected Components
These well-defined building blocks provide the scalability and logical framework to automate any business process without writing code.
Flow Events
The 'If This...' triggers that initiate a process.
Flow Policies
The rulebook that connects triggers to the correct workflow.
Flow Definitions
The step-by-step blueprint of the actions to be taken.
Flow Items
The specific, individual actions within the blueprint.
EmpowerID's No-Code engine builds event-driven automations for critical processes like employee onboarding, offboarding, and access changes.
Component 1
Flow Events Are the Triggers That Initiate a Business Process
A Flow Event is the starting point of any workflow. When an event is detected, it's placed in a queue (Flow Event Inbox) to be processed by the system.
Flow Policies Connect Events to Workflows
Flow Policies form the bridge between an event and its automated response. They are the core rule set that determines which Flow Definition to run when a specific Flow Event occurs.
Policies can be scoped by Management Role, Location, or other attributes, and prioritized to ensure the correct flow always runs.
Component 2
Flow Policies Connect Events to Their Corresponding Workflows
Flow Policies form the bridge between an event and its automated response. They are the core rule set that determines which Flow Definition to run when a specific Flow Event occurs.
Key Feature: Granular Control for Different Scenarios
You can create multiple policies for a single event, allowing for adaptable responses without complex code.
→ Runs the "Full Offboarding" Flow.
(Scope: Internal Employees)
→ Runs the "Revoke Temp Access" Flow.
(Scope: Contractors)
Policies can be scoped by Management Role, Location, or other attributes, and prioritized to ensure the correct flow always runs.
Flow Policy Configuration Example
This policy links the "Person Leaver" event to the "Employee Offboarding Definition" flow for all internal employees.
Anatomy of an Action: Configuring the Manager Notification
Send Manager Notification Email
{
"EmailTemplateName": "Employee_Leaver_Manager_Notification",
"DoNotSendEmailToTargetPerson": "true",
"ManagementRoleIDToNotify": "064f430e-..."
}This simple JSON instructs the fulfillment workflow to:
- • Use a specific email template
- • Send it to the person's manager
- • Also notify members of HR
Component 3
Flow Definitions Are the Reusable Blueprints for Your Business Processes
A Flow Definition is a container that holds one or more Flow Items in a specific sequence. It serves as a template, outlining the precise steps the system will follow in response to an event.
Example: "Person Leaver" Flow Definition
The definition controls the timing, dependencies, and order of operations for the entire process.
Component 4
Flow Items Are the Specific, Atomic Actions Within a Workflow
Flow Items define the individual tasks to be performed. Each item is a directive for the system, formed by a combination of parameters:
This separation is key. You can reuse the same 'Remove Account from Group' action with dozens of different Scope Types (e.g., 'AD Groups', 'SAP Groups', 'Application Responsible Parties') without creating dozens of new workflows. This dramatically simplifies management and reduces complexity.
The Result: A Complete, Automated, and Auditable Offboarding Process
Recap of the Automated Flow
A 'Person Leaver' event is triggered for an internal employee.
The 'Employee Offboarding' Policy matches and initiates the Flow Definition.
A Business Request is created, generating items to:
Immediately disable the person's account.
Immediately email the person's manager.
After 48 hours, remove all non-RBAC group memberships.
Benefits Achieved
Change the process by editing the Flow Definition, not by writing code.
Uses pre-audited, standardized components.
The entire process is auditable through the Business Request history.
Out of the Box
1,000+ Pre-Built Workflows
Start immediately with workflows for every common identity scenario. Modify them to match your exact requirements.
Identity Lifecycle
- • Joiner provisioning
- • Mover transitions
- • Leaver offboarding
- • Pre-hire onboarding
Access Management
- • Access requests
- • Multi-level approvals
- • Self-service shopping
- • Temporary access
Governance
- • Access certifications
- • SoD detection
- • Policy enforcement
- • Risk calculations
Privileged Access
- • Just-in-time elevation
- • Password checkout
- • Session recording
- • Credential rotation
{
"workflow": "CreateUser",
"parameters": {
"firstName": "John",
"lastName": "Smith",
"department": "Engineering",
"manager": "jdoe@company.com",
"location": "New York"
},
"options": {
"sendNotification": true,
"requireApproval": true
}
}Developer Friendly
API and REST Integration
All user provisioning activities are fully accessible through the EmpowerID REST API. Every workflow can be triggered via API, making integration with your existing systems seamless.
The powerful Workflow Studio designer allows you to implement workflows in a variety of ways:
- 1Use as-is — deploy pre-built workflows immediately
- 2Modify — customize for your specific needs
- 3Create new — build from scratch using components
- 4Initiate via API — trigger from external systems
Enterprise Architecture
Asynchronous, Queue-Based Pipeline
The full execution process is an asynchronous, queue-based pipeline that ensures scalability and reliability at enterprise scale.
When a "Person Leaver" event is detected, it's placed in a queue (Flow Event Inbox) to be processed by the system. This architecture ensures:
- Scalability: Handle thousands of simultaneous identity events
- Reliability: No workflow is lost, even under heavy load
- Resilience: Failed steps can be retried without losing progress
Production Readiness Checklist
Connect Anything
Universal Connector Framework
300+ pre-built connectors plus a Universal Connector that lets you integrate any system — SCIM, REST, LDAP, database, or custom API.
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See the Workflow Engine in Action
Experience how 1,000+ pre-built workflows and visual design eliminate custom development.
