What is meant by ‘single sign-on’ (SSO) in the context of ArcGIS Enterprise?

Single sign-on (SSO) in the context of ArcGIS Enterprise refers to a method that allows users to access multiple applications with one login. This significantly enhances user convenience as it eliminates the need to remember multiple usernames and passwords for different applications and services. By implementing SSO, users can authenticate once and gain seamless access to all the applications and resources integrated within the enterprise environment, thus streamlining the user experience.

SSO also contributes to increased security and efficiency in managing access and credentials within an organization. It simplifies the user management process for administrators and reduces the risk of password fatigue, which can lead to poor security practices, such as using easy-to-remember passwords or writing them down.

In this context, choosing SSO as a solution for ArcGIS Enterprise allows organizations to leverage a unified authentication process, improving the overall workflow and security posture.