EmpowerID Identity Governance
5.5#15 in identity governance and administration softwareWebSelf-hosted
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Microsoft Defender for Business
7.5#1 in data security posture management softwareAndroidiOSAPImacOS
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| Fact | EmpowerID Identity Governance | Microsoft Defender for Business |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Dublin, Ohio, United States | Redmond, Washington, United States |
| Integrations | EmpowerID lists more than 300 pre-built connectors and names Active Directory, Azure or Entra ID, SAP, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Workday, AWS, Oracle, and Windows Server integrations. | The product integrates with Microsoft 365 Lighthouse and can work with remote monitoring and management tools and professional services automation software. |
| Purpose | EmpowerID Identity Governance governs joiners, movers, leavers, access requests, certifications, separation of duties, roles, and fulfillment across cloud, on-premises, and SAP environments. | Microsoft Defender for Business is an endpoint security solution for small and medium-sized businesses with up to 300 users that helps protect devices from ransomware, malware, phishing, and other threats. |
| Support | Standard technical support is included with the cloud service, while premium support is available for separate fees. | Microsoft's Defender for Business documentation provides a guide for getting help or contacting support. |
EmpowerID Identity Governance plans
- Modular licensingPriced on request
Microsoft Defender for Business plans
- Microsoft Entra Internet Access$5 a month
- Microsoft Entra Suite$12 a month
- Microsoft Defender for Business$3
Pick EmpowerID Identity Governance if…
It suits complex organizations that govern identities across cloud, on-premises and SAP environments. EmpowerID identifies manufacturing, aerospace and defense, financial services, healthcare and public-sector organizations among those it serves.
Pick Microsoft Defender for Business if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.