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PKI vs PKI as a Service – Key Features
| Feature Category | PKI (On-Prem / Traditional) | PKI as a Service (PKIaaS) |
|---|---|---|
| Scalability & Flexibility | Limited scalability based on internal infrastructure capacity | Dynamic scaling to automatically adjust resources based on demand |
| Deployment Model | On-premises or hybrid deployment | Cloud-based deployment |
| Certificate Lifecycle Management | Manual or semi-automated certificate issuance and renewal | Fully automated certificate issuance, renewal, revocation, and recovery |
| Centralized Management | Multiple systems or tools may be required | Single centralized platform to manage all certificates |
| Revocation & Recovery | Manual processes for compromised certificates | Streamlined and efficient revocation and recovery workflows |
| Security Controls | Strong cryptography and access controls, managed internally | Advanced security controls including encryption, RBAC, and multi-factor authentication |
| Compliance & Standards | Compliance dependent on internal implementation | Built-in compliance with FIPS 140-2, NIST, PCI DSS, and other standards |
| Integration Capabilities | Custom integrations with higher implementation effort | API-based integrations with web servers, email systems, DevOps tools, and applications |
| Directory Services Integration | Integration with Active Directory and enterprise directories | Native integration with Active Directory and other directory services |
| High Availability | Requires separate infrastructure and planning | Built-in redundancy with automatic failover mechanisms |
| Disaster Recovery | Organization-managed DR planning and execution | Comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity planning |
| Visibility & Reporting | Limited visibility without additional tooling | Detailed audit trails and logs of all certificate activities |
| Reporting & Insights | Manual or basic reporting | Customizable reports offering insights into certificate usage and potential risks |
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