Managing Identities Once – Active Directory-Focused Centralization

11.05.2011 15:00-16:00 Moderator:

Managing Identities Once – Active Directory-Focused Centralization

Active Directory is deployed in most organizations as the central network directory service and used for primary authentication – at least for Windows user. However there are frequently UNIX and Linux systems out there and more and more users want to use an Apple Macintosh. Thus, companies have to think about how to maximize the value of the central Active Directory platform whilst being able to integrate other systems like Linux, Unix, Mac. There are several vendors out there with different approaches, some of them supporting a full integration of Unix and Linux Management into AD. The panel will discuss what is needed, look at the limitations and experience with such approaches and talk about alternatives to that type of integrations, like using E-SSO or provisioning to achieve at least some of the results.

Bridging the Gap between Active Directory and Non-Windows Systems at NBCUniversal

Learn how John Matthew, Manager of Global IT Planning at NBCUniversal, indentified and solved the problems introduced when adding Linux and UNIX machines to an Active Directory environment. Learn about the challenges organizations face when integrating non-Windows systems with Windows environments, including lack of security and trouble meeting compliance requirements. Step through the AD-Bridge solution evaluation process, selecting a vendor and indentifying necessary features. Learn best-practices for deployments, network cleanup, work-flows and migration strategies. The presentation will also cover future-proofing your investment by choosing a solution that scales - for both physical and virtual machines.

About NBCUniversal
NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks.