We believe that a two-pronged approach to roles definition is the key to implementing Role Based Access Control (RBAC) successfully. While there are tools that can automate the ‘bottom up’ approach, the old adage “Garbage In, Garbage Out” applies. If the data that you are basing your role definition on are bad, then a bottom […]
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Our path to well-defined roles begins with the system owner who evaluates the applications and which users should have access. When he determines that a group does not belong, for example, the accounting folks should not be on a particular application or system, he removes them…All of them. This first pass eliminates users who should
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Implementing roles-based access control is invaluable, when implemented correctly. Roles simplify access management for employees, contractors, and external users by incorporating the business policies and rules necessary to grant appropriate access; allowing the Identity Management solution to grant, modify and revoke access automatically. Just as importantly, roles simplify compliance as well, making it easier to
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Most organizations spend many months defining requirements and determining which Identity Management (IDM) solution will help them improve their business, while few pay attention to the data that are critical to running their IDM systems. If your organization is going to invest large sums of money and time building an IDM solution, why is data
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Identity Management (IDM) systems rely on accurate user data in order to manage user access, enforce policies, and support network security. Historically, organizations have not had a good grasp on the required data profile of their user populations, including employees, contractors, partners, and vendors. In fact, many organizations know very little about their contractor populations
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Data quality is a term that refers to the reliability and validity of user-level data collected in the Authoritative Systems that feed your Identity and Access Management system (IAM). Quality is measured by how accurately the user data in the system reflects actual information available in the real world. In Part I of this series, we
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At most large enterprises, the IT environment has evolved over decades into an “accidental architecture” with everything from mainframes, PCs, and LANs to the Internet, cloud, and mobile devices, all connected by a poorly tied together patchwork that limits speed, flexibility, and innovation. IAM offers a new model for managing users and devices within the
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This is an excellent blog on building API’s, which reminds us of the golden rule of design – keep it simple and functional! Key takeaway “Remember, building an API is easy… but designing an API that lasts – that’s the hard part.” Check out the full blog here: API Best Practices: The Wrap Up
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Gartner has coined the term “The Identity of Things “(IDoT) as “a new extension to identity management meant to encompass all identities, regardless of whether it is a person or device”. We like the concept, and our customer have dipped their toes in the waters and started incorporating IoT into their IAM strategies and roadmaps. Here’s
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When a new employee is hired, setting up access to all files, applications, databases and so on is fundamental, because users cannot do anything without it. And while you’re at it, don’t forget arranging for parking passes, cardkey access, and permissions to enter certain areas of the building. In short, there is a lot that
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Idenhaus is an award-winning Identity Management and Cybersecurity services firm based in Atlanta, GA.
Idenhaus
984 Blue Ridge Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30306
404-919-6167
[email protected]
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