The verdict in three sentences
Integrating SSO and MFA on an industrial extranet in Berlin budgets at EUR 10,000 to 25,000 in 2026, depending on the number of apps to connect and the identity provider. Expect 4 to 7 weeks for a SAML/OIDC integration tied to Azure AD or Okta, with automated SCIM provisioning. The immediate return: up to 50% fewer password tickets and a sharply reduced attack surface.
What an IAM integration covers
An SSO/MFA project is more than a login button. It links your extranet to a central directory, enforces strong authentication (mobile factor, TOTP, FIDO2 key), and automates partner account creation/deactivation via SCIM. It all must be audited and documented for industrial compliance.
| 2026 service | Perimeter | Price EUR | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simple SSO | 1 app, SAML or OIDC | 10,000 – 14,000 | 4 weeks |
| SSO + MFA | Strong auth + policies | 14,000 – 19,000 | 5 – 6 weeks |
| SSO + MFA + SCIM | Auto provisioning | 19,000 – 25,000 | 6 – 7 weeks |
| Annual support | IdP maintenance | 3,000 – 6,000 | Recurring |
Protocols, providers and operational gains
Protocol and IdP choice drive cost and maintenance. SAML remains common for enterprise apps; OIDC dominates modern integrations. The table below compares expected gains.
| Metric | Before SSO/MFA | After |
|---|---|---|
| Password tickets / month | 40 – 60 | 20 – 30 |
| Partner onboarding time | 2 – 3 days | A few hours |
| Orphan accounts | Frequent | Auto-disabled (SCIM) |
| Credential stuffing risk | High | Low (MFA) |
| Audit compliance | Partial | Documented |
Mini case study
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Karim, IT director of a manufacturer in Berlin, runs an extranet of 300 partners with 50 password tickets a month. He invests EUR 20,000 in SSO + MFA + SCIM tied to Azure AD over 6 weeks. Result: tickets halved (25/month), partner onboarding down to a few hours, orphan accounts auto-disabled. Estimated support saving: about EUR 1,200/month, a payback of roughly 17 months, before counting reduced breach risk.
FAQ
SAML or OIDC for an extranet? OIDC is preferred for new integrations and mobile use; SAML remains essential with certain legacy enterprise apps. The two are often combined through the IdP.
Is MFA mandatory for all partners? Recommended for any access to sensitive data. It can be tuned by risk level: systematic MFA for privileged accounts, adaptive for the rest.
What does SCIM actually bring? SCIM provisioning creates and deactivates accounts automatically based on the directory. No more orphan accounts from former partners: a major security and administrative time gain.
Azure AD, Okta or other? If you already run Microsoft 365, Azure AD (Entra ID) is the natural, economical choice. Okta suits multi-cloud environments. IdP licensing adds to the project cost.
How long to implement? From 4 weeks (simple SSO) to 7 weeks (SSO + MFA + SCIM). The key factor is your team's availability to validate attribute mappings and tests.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your current directory, the number of apps to connect and your MFA requirements. Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
