Identity

IAM optimization checklist

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Digital identity is entering a new chapter. In this developing reality, users can prove their identity securely and swiftly; the hustle to recall unique passwords is gone, and credentials given once need not be given again. But the path to this reality isn’t hazard-free. For best results, follow this checklist:

An In-Depth Guide to Identity

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Daniel Thomas

Daniel Thomas is a technology writer, researcher, and content producer for CyberRisk Alliance. He has over a decade of experience writing on the most critical topics of interest for the cybersecurity community, including cloud computing, artificial intelligence and machine learning, data analytics, threat hunting, automation, IAM, and digital security policies. He previously served as a senior editor for Defense News, and as the director of research for GovExec News in Washington, D.C.. 

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