Key insights McDonald's decided to stop using ADFS (Active Directory Federation Services) due to changing business needs and technology updates. The company wanted a more modern and secure way to manage user logins, so they moved away from ADFS. Cloud-based authentication solutions offer better security and easier management compared to older systems like ADFS. This change helps McDonald's improve user experience for employees by making sign-ins faster and more reliable. The move also supports remote work, allowing staff to access important tools from anywhere safely. Modern identity platforms, such as Microsoft Entra ID, provide advanced features that fit McDonald’s future goals better than traditional methods. Keywords McDonald's ADFS breakup reasons McDonald's identity management ADFS alternatives McDonald's IT changes ADFS issues McDonald's tech update enterprise authentication McDonald's single sign-on problems