How we did it: bring your own identity provider to enterprise API management

Tyk has introduced a feature allowing organizations to integrate their own identity providers (IdP) with its API management solution, enhancing flexibility and customization for users who already have existing identity and access management tools. This development caters to companies that use Tyk not only as an API gateway but also as an OAuth server, providing support for complex use cases by facilitating Dynamic Client Registration. This feature simplifies the integration process, allowing users to configure their IdP through Tyk's interface without needing extensive coding, and was driven by regulatory requirements and client demand. Despite challenges in aligning the feature with various identity access management tools, Tyk successfully developed a user-friendly solution, underscoring its commitment to API management rather than serving as a comprehensive identity and access tool. The development involved client collaboration and extensive testing, leading to positive feedback and numerous ideas for future enhancements.