Many mid to large organisations worldwide continue to rely heavily on Active Directory, often in conjunction with Entra ID in hybrid setups. Microsoft's focus on Entra ID is evident through regular announcements and significant investment, yet Active Directory, a crucial component of an organisation’s IAM, seems to lag behind in terms of attention and investment.
Considering the critical role Active Directory plays in supporting Entra ID and the potential consequences of its failure or inadequate security, it raises the following questions:
- Does Microsoft have a comprehensive roadmap for on-premises Active Directory?
- Are Microsoft looking at improving co-existence between Active Directory and Entra ID?
- What are Microsoft’s long term plans for the future of Active Directory?