UAB is launching a new process to strengthen institutional security and improve how access to university systems and data is managed when employees leave UAB.

Currently, removing access after an employee separates from UAB often requires manual actions within schools and departments. Because those steps can vary across the institution, access to services and institutional data may not always be removed as quickly or consistently as intended.

Beginning November 2, 2026, the new BlazerID Lifecycle Management process will automate many of these steps. When an employee separation is completed through the ACT termination process, UAB’s identity management systems will automatically begin removing the individual’s access to university resources, including email, Box and Microsoft 365, according to established policies and timelines. While access will be removed when employment ends, data will be retained under existing retention policies.Departments may request approved transition periods of 30, 60 or 90 days when needed. Before an employee leaves UAB, departments should identify and preserve business-critical information and transfer ownership of shared resources whenever possible. These resources may include Teams and SharePoint sites, Box folders and shared mailboxes.

Additional guidance for employees and managers is available in the HR Connect Portal.

— Published October 14, 2026