How to implement identity and access management (IAM) effectively in your business
With pressure from the board and a new wave of threats, security leaders looking to implement IAM should start small and lean on the data


Identity and access management systems play a crucial role in keeping credentials and sensitive information safe. Stolen and exposed credentials have been identified as the biggest threat to cloud security in 2024.
Cloud environments are valuable targets for hackers and cybercriminals. This whitepaper overviews identity’s role as the new security perimeter and outlines a roadmap to successful IAM adoption.
Here's what you'll learn:
- The first steps to take when implementing IAM
- How to pick your provider wisely
- Questions to ask that will get boardroom buy-in
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