Detecting Schema Drift and Regenerating IDM Mappings Automatically

As enterprise identity ecosystems evolve, so do their underlying data structures. LDAP schemas get updated, new attributes are introduced, and existing ones are deprecated. These changes, collectively known as schema drift, can silently break IDM mappings and impact downstream identity flows. This blog explores how to detect schema drift proactively and automatically regenerate ForgeRock IDM mapping configurations using dynamic introspection and intelligent diffing techniques. 🔍 What Is Schema Drift and Why Should You Care? Schema drift refers to any unsynchronized change in the source (e.g., LDAP) or target data model that causes IDM mappings to become: ...

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