What is the purpose of the Application Integration Wizard (AIW) in Okta?

The Application Integration Wizard (AIW) in Okta is designed specifically to configure and integrate applications in a way that ensures seamless connectivity and functionality within the Okta environment. This tool streamlines the process of connecting various third-party applications to Okta's identity management system, allowing administrators to set up single sign-on (SSO), provisioning, and other key features efficiently.

The AIW guides users through the necessary steps to establish these connections, making it easier to manage authentication and authorization processes for applications. By automating much of the integration work, the wizard reduces the complexity and time required for administrators to bring new applications into the Okta ecosystem. This is particularly beneficial in enterprises that rely on multiple applications, as it helps maintain a consistent and centralized management approach to user identities and access rights.

In contrast, managing user access, creating reports, or maintaining security policies are broader administrative tasks that don't specifically focus on the ease of integrating applications, which is the primary function of the AIW.