Directory Computing Today

• Limited directory services

  • Segmented directory repositories
  • Need better way to control directory replication
  • Need more flexibility (admin, design, etc.)

• Limited directory support for applications

  • Need for common development tools sets
  • Need to accommodate latest technologies (scripting, JAVA, etc.)

• Limited interoperability among directory services

  • Need for directory synchronization
  • Need for meta-directory support services
  • Need compatibility with emerging standards