Identity and access management  is a framework of business processes, policies and technologies that  facilitates the management of electronic or digital identities. With an  IAM framework in place, information technology (IT) managers can control  user access to critical information within their organizations. Systems  used for IAM include single sign-on systems, two-factor authentication,  multifactor authentication and privileged access management. These  technologies also provide the ability to securely store identity and  profile data as well as data governance functions to ensure that only  data that is necessary and relevant is shared.
To avoid complexities in the IAM implementation  process and to have a clear path of progress while staying true to  project goals and outcomes, a stage-wise procedure is recommended.  Ascent InfoSec provides  professional cybersecurity consulting and managed security services to  mid-size & large-size companies and public sector & educational  organizations.