Tasks reference
Quick answer
Reference of the common SailPoint IdentityIQ task types and what each one does.
Key takeaways
- Aggregation and refresh keep data current
- Certification, policy scan and propagation drive governance
- Maintenance tasks keep the database healthy
- Report and custom tasks extend the framework
Core tasks
Account Aggregation, Group Aggregation, Identity Refresh, and Account Group refresh keep identity data current.
Governance tasks
Certification generation, policy scans and role propagation drive compliance and keep access aligned to the model.
Maintenance tasks
Perform maintenance, prune, and system housekeeping tasks keep the database healthy and performant.
Reporting and custom
Report tasks run reports on schedule, and custom tasks handle bespoke automation within the same framework.
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Check your understanding
Which task keeps identity data current?
- A. Certification generation
- B. Identity Refresh
- C. Prune
- D. Report task
Show answer
B. Identity Refresh
Identity Refresh recalculates identities to keep data current.
Frequently asked questions
What is the practical takeaway on Tasks Reference?
Certification generation, policy scans and role propagation drive compliance and keep access aligned to the model.
What is worth remembering about Tasks Reference in practice?
Perform maintenance, prune, and system housekeeping tasks keep the database healthy and performant.