Gartner defines identity and access management (IAM) to include authentication, use provisioning, password management, role management, enterprise single sign-on (ESSO), Web and platform access management, federation, virtual and metadirectory services and auditing. A plethora of vendors provide solutions, and we continue to see acquisitions as larger players seek to provide a complete offering.
Topics Discussed Gartner analysts discussed with participants the following topics:
What are the key forces driving the IAM market?
Who are the key providers in the IAM market?
Which vendors will survive and prosper during the next three years?