JumpCloud. has been granted a patent for a cloud-based multitenant directory management system. This system enables centralized user authentication and IT resource management across various devices and applications, allowing for efficient updates and access permissions for multiple customers from a single directory. GlobalData’s report on JumpCloud gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on JumpCloud, Automation system authentication was a key innovation area identified from patents. JumpCloud's grant share as of July 2024 was 72%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Multitenant directory management for user account information
The granted patent US12058132B2 outlines a method for multitenant directory management that facilitates the handling of account information across multiple services for a set of users. The method involves accessing a multitenant directory that contains references to account information for various services. It allows for the updating of these references, enabling the transmission of specific portions of account information associated with different services. Additionally, the method provides a mechanism to indicate user permissions for accessing these services based on the transmitted references. The claims detail various scenarios, including the ability to receive requests for service associations, transmit information to endpoints, and manage overlapping or restricted account information.
Further claims expand on the method by describing the functionalities of a central server that processes user account information for multiple services. This includes generating references for account information, authenticating users, and updating the multitenant directory based on changes or requests. The server is designed to handle requests for creating accounts and to provide indications of updates to the directory. The claims also specify the types of account information that can be managed, such as usernames, passwords, and demographic attributes, ensuring a comprehensive approach to user data management across different services. Overall, the patent presents a structured framework for efficiently managing user account information in a multitenant environment.
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