What is a WorkOS?
WorkOS is a developer platform that provides APIs and SDKs to integrate enterprise-grade identity and access management features—like SSO, SCIM directory sync, user management, authentication, and audit logs—into B2B SaaS applications.
It enables quick connections with identity providers (IdPs) such as Okta or Azure AD, focusing on developer efficiency, scalability, and compliance without building complex systems from scratch. Specific features include single sign-on (SSO), directory synchronization via SCIM, user authentication and management, and streamlined enterprise onboarding flows.
WorkOS addresses technical authentication and security needs, differing from WorkOps (a framework for unifying teams, processes, and workflows) and broader Work OS platforms (e.g., for collaborative management).
