Formerly Azure AD, now a must-have for secure access and control across your systems.
If you’re operating a business in Wirral, Liverpool, Chester, or anywhere across the North West, managing secure access to your systems and data is essential. Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) provides a robust identity and access management solution designed specifically to keep your business secure, streamlined, and efficient.
Understanding Microsoft Entra ID
Simply put, Entra ID is your gatekeeper, determining who has access to what within your digital workspace. More than just a login solution, it manages identities, permissions, and access to not only Microsoft 365 applications but also seamlessly integrates with third-party systems your business relies on every day.
Why Professional Configuration Matters
Configuring Entra ID professionally isn’t just technical housekeeping—it’s a strategic decision that directly impacts your business’s efficiency, security, and growth potential. Proper setup ensures:
- Single Sign-On (SSO): Your team accesses multiple applications with one login, significantly boosting productivity by reducing login fatigue and downtime.
- Seamless Integration: Smooth integration with third-party tools means your workflows remain uninterrupted and streamlined.
- Flexible Permissions: Easily assign and manage roles and access, ensuring employees only see what’s relevant and essential to their roles.
- Efficient Offboarding: Immediately restrict access when an employee leaves, protecting sensitive business data from unintended exposure.
- Monitoring and Alerting: Real-time monitoring identifies suspicious activities early, helping you act swiftly to prevent potential security incidents.
Licensing Tiers: Tailored to Your Business Needs
One of the biggest advantages for North West businesses is that Microsoft Entra ID Premium P2 is included at no extra cost with Microsoft 365 Business Premium. On its own, this license would typically cost around $6 per user/month. That’s a significant value built right into the Business Premium plan—making advanced security, identity protection, and access control a no-brainer for growing businesses.
We strongly recommend Business Premium for this reason: you get enterprise-grade protection, identity governance, and conditional access controls without stacking additional subscription costs.
Microsoft Entra ID is available in three licensing tiers—Free, Premium P1, and Premium P2—each designed to align with specific business needs:
- Free Tier: Basic identity management, suitable for very small businesses or initial trials.
- Premium P1: Enhanced security with Conditional Access and advanced reporting, ideal for businesses needing stronger protection and streamlined access management.
- Premium P2: Comprehensive security with advanced identity protection, risk-based conditional access, and robust monitoring and alerting, perfect for businesses prioritizing top-tier security and compliance.
Professional configuration means selecting the right tier for your business to ensure optimal cost efficiency without compromising on critical features.
Undeniable Business Outcomes
Properly configured Entra ID isn’t an expense—it’s an investment delivering tangible, undeniable outcomes:
- Reduced Risk: Minimise the threat of data breaches, unauthorized access, and compliance issues.
- Enhanced Productivity: Free your team from multiple logins and access hurdles, allowing them to focus on high-value tasks.
- Scalability and Flexibility: Effortlessly adapt permissions and access levels as your team grows and evolves.
- Improved Operational Efficiency: Automated access management and monitoring mean fewer administrative overheads and quicker responses to security threats.
Why Choose Hilt Digital Solutions?
At Hilt Digital Solutions, we specialise in professionally configuring Microsoft Entra ID to ensure North West businesses are secure, efficient, and ready to scale. We understand the unique needs of local businesses and use our expertise to implement identity solutions tailored specifically to your operational goals.
Ready to secure and streamline your business operations with professionally configured Entra ID? Contact us today, and let’s set your business on the path to enhanced security, efficiency, and growth.