# Managers, Feed, and connected directories | Vindula > Centralize manager assignments, adapt the Feed experience, and connect LDAP/Active Directory or Microsoft Entra to the user lifecycle. Source: https://vindula.ai/en/blog/manager-assignment-in-vindula Product updates # Vindula updates: managers, Feed, and connected directories The update brings org structure, communication, and corporate identity closer together in a more governed operation. Fabio Rizzo Specialist in intranet, internal communication, and governance @fabiorizzomatos September 14, 2026 2 min read Vindula has new controls for three administrative routines: assigning managers within the organization structure, defining the Feed experience, and synchronizing users with corporate directories. These changes help keep responsibilities, communication, and the access lifecycle aligned with the way the company operates. ## Department and unit managers in one place Authorized people can review departments and units with search, filters, and pagination, select the records that need attention, and prepare individual or bulk changes. Before confirmation, the assignment center shows a preview. The operation respects permissions, organizational links, and update conflicts while preserving the history of administrative actions. ## Feed with or without Inbox The company can offer **Feed with Inbox** or keep **Feed only**. The setting applies across layouts, including mobile, and makes it clear which modes are available to employees. When both modes are enabled, individual preferences continue to apply. If Inbox is disabled and later enabled again by the company, the employee’s previous choice can be restored. ## LDAP/Active Directory and Microsoft Entra as distinct connectors Companies that maintain people in LDAP or Active Directory can connect that source to Vindula. Organizations using Microsoft’s cloud directory can authorize Microsoft Entra. These are different connectors, but they follow a common configuration, field and value mapping, preview, and review routine before a run is applied. Synchronization can create, update, deactivate, or reactivate users according to the configured scope. Manual or scheduled runs, pause and resume controls, and operational history help responsible teams follow the access lifecycle without scattered checks. ## Greater consistency for operations The manager assignment center reduces maintenance spread across several records. Feed configuration aligns communication with internal practices. Directory connectors bring people records and access closer to a company-managed source. Together, these improvements strengthen governance while preserving the autonomy of authorized people. Explore [Human Resources](/en/platform/human-resources), the [corporate intranet](/en/platform/intranet), and [integrations](/en/platform/integrations). For the Microsoft ecosystem, see [Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Entra](/en/platform/integrations/microsoft-365). Larger organizations can also learn about [Vindula Enterprise](/en/solutions/by-company-size/enterprise) or [book a demo](/en/demo). ### Fabio Rizzo Specialist in intranet, internal communication, and governance Professional focused on intranets, internal communication, and governance, committed to building clearer and more reliable digital routines. @fabiorizzomatos Connected structure and communication ### Adapt Vindula to the way your company operates Organize owners, directories, and communication channels according to your organization’s structure and needs. Book a demo ## Related Articles Updates ### Vindula updates: teams, report access, and person-targeted widgets Follow formal teams, organize report access by department, and target static widgets or Banner items to selected people. Fabio Rizzo August 24, 2026 • 1 min read Product updates ### Vindula updates: Bookings, Electronic Signatures, Audits, and Gamification This new round of improvements expands control over shared resources, documents, inspections, sales relationships, and engagement, with additional advances in the Library, user administration, and reliability. Fabio Rizzo July 15, 2026 • 6 min read Updates ### Responsive personalization and corporate personas in Vindula Visual identity editing now adapts to different screen sizes, while corporate personas bring together managed images with controlled access. Fabio Rizzo August 3, 2026 • 2 min read View All Articles