Enabling Directory Sync (SCIM) for Hummingbird

Directory sync in Hummingbird allows you to use your existing Identity Provider (IdP), like Okta, to create and manage user accounts and badges automatically. Once directory sync is enabled, Hummingbird will no longer allow direct management of accounts and badges through the Hummingbird UI. You’ll manage accounts and badge assignments directly within your IdP.

Note: this feature is currently in beta. Please contact your Client Success Manager if you wish to be included in the beta test.

Set up your Identity Provider (IdP)

Your Hummingbird support representative will share a setup link from our SCIM provider, WorkOS. This will take you to WorkOS’s self-service portal, which is customized to guide you through configuring directory sync with your IdP. The setup portal will provide a step-by-step checklist for your IT administrator to follow.

Note: You can also enable Single Sign-On (SSO) for Hummingbird at the same time if you wish. Just ask your Client Success Manager for the relevant instructions.

Assign Badges to Directory Groups

Once directory sync is set up, you can assign specific Hummingbird badges to user groups within your IdP. Here’s how:

1. Create groups in your IdP: Set up any user groups that you’d like to use to manage badge assignments in Hummingbird. For example, groups such as “Hummingbird Admins” or “Hummingbird Analysts” may be helpful. Each group in the IdP will get mapped to a set of badges in Hummingbird (for example, "Hummingbird Admins" could be mapped to the Admin badge).

2. Map groups to Hummingbird badges: Navigate to the “Directory Sync” settings page in Hummingbird, where you’ll see an option to enable directory sync:

The directory sync settings page

Click “Enable Directory Sync.” A modal will pop up allowing you to assign badges to each group:

Assigning badges to IdP groups

Note: make sure to assign the Admin badge to at least one group to retain management access.

Click “Assign” once your group mappings are complete.

Review and Enable Directory Sync

After setting up your badge assignments, you’ll see a summary of the changes directory sync will make:

Directory sync confirmation summary

Carefully review this preview to confirm all assignments are accurate and that all necessary Admin badges are assigned. When satisfied, click “Enable” to activate directory sync. Changes will take effect within five minutes, and future changes to users and groups in the IdP will be automatically synced to Hummingbird.

Important: Once directory sync is enabled, we cannot revert back to the pre-directory-sync state. If directory sync is disabled later, any changes made while it was active will remain and need to be updated manually in Hummingbird if adjustments are needed. Therefore, it’s crucial to review all settings carefully before finalizing the setup.