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Schema abstraction layer

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By NHI Mgmt Group Updated June 7, 2026 Domain: Architecture & Implementation

A schema abstraction layer translates identity claims and attributes between different identity providers so applications can keep working during failover. It reduces dependency on a single provider’s data model and helps preserve authorization semantics when the primary identity source changes.

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