Identity at the Center Identity At The Center #23 - A Very IAM Thanksgiving
Nov 29, 2019
Jim and Jeff celebrate Thanksgiving by sharing what they appreciate in identity and access management. They reflect on IAM's evolution over the years and emphasize new market leaders like Okta and SailPoint. The hosts discuss the importance of multi-factor authentication and the push toward passwordless solutions. They highlight the value of strategic IAM programs and the need for access reviews as best practices. The conversation also touches on seamless integrations and the convenience of cross-save features in gaming.
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Podcast Origins And Production
- Jim and Jeff described launching the podcast after years of talking about it and thanked listeners for growth and five-star reviews.
- Jeff explained most episodes require minimal editing and the show is largely raw conversation.
IAM's Evolving Vendor Landscape
- Jim reflected on 15 years in IAM and the unique philosophical debates around identity that drew him in at Digital ID World 2006.
- He noted the vendor landscape shifted from legacy players to innovators like Okta, SailPoint and Ping.
IAM As A Strategic Program
- Jeff observed organizations increasingly treat IAM as a program and create strategy before tactical work.
- He linked rising demand for advisory services to this shift toward planning and governance.