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      Companies today have to securely manage a constantly growing number of identities and access rights. New technologies, regulatory requirements and the increasing use of AI are significantly increasing complexity. Without transparent processes and clear governance, security risks, compliance violations and operational inefficiencies arise.

      Why a modern IAM is essential 

      • Centralised management of workforce, machine and AI identities for greater transparency and control
      • Protection of sensitive company data through clear identity and authorisation structures
      • Fulfillment of regulatory requirements and ensuring compliance with security regulations;fulfil regulatory requirements and ensure compliance
      • Minimise insider threats through role-based access concepts
      • Scalability for future requirements such as IoT and new digital identities
      • Rapid response to security incidents

      Our services in the area of Identity & Access Management

      • Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)

        Efficient management of user identities and authorisations across the entire lifecycle. For transparency, compliance and security.

        • Automated provisioning and de-provisioning
        • Role and policy management
        • Audit and reporting functions for compliance
        • Integration in hybrid and cloud environments
      • Privileged Access Management (PAM)

        Protect and control privileged access to critical systems to minimise security risks.

        • Just-in-Time (JIT) Access for temporary activation of admin accounts
        • Session Monitoring & Recording for monitoring activities
        • Automatic password rotation for increased security
        • Anomaly detection for early threat defence
      • Customer IAM (CIAM)

        Seamless and secure digital interactions with customers without compromising on data protection and user experience.

        • Single sign-on (SSO) for all channels
        • Self-service functions for password and data management
        • Centralised consent and data protection management
        • Consolidated identity data for personalised offers
        • Scalable solutions for high user numbers
      • Non-Human Identities & AI-Ready IAM

        Secure management of service accounts, bots and AI agents for a future-proof IAM strategy.

        • Comprehensive lifecycle management for non-human identities
        • Strict least-privilege principles
        • Secure secrets management for API keys
        • Real-time behaviour-based anomaly detection
        • Unified governance for compliance evidence
      • IAM assessment & target development

        Analysis of the current IAM maturity level and development of a future-proof strategy.

        • Assessment of your current landscape
        • Gap analysis 
        • Definition of a target picture and roadmap
        • Recommendations for technology and processes
      • Managed IAM / Managed PAM Services

        Outsourcing of IAM and PAM operations for cost efficiency, scalability and maximum security.

        • Reduction of operating costs through expert operation
        • Modern technologies without internal maintenance
        • Flexible scaling for growth and new requirements
        • 24/7 support and continuous security monitoring
        • adherence to current compliance requirements

      Enabling Business With Modern Identity Security

      Learn how leading companies are successfully transforming their identity strategy.

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      Use Cases

      Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

      Company takeovers and spin-offs place special demands on identity and authorisation management. Different systems, role models and authorisations need to be consolidated quickly or separated cleanly - without security or compliance risks.

      • Consolidation of identities and authorisations after acquisitions
      • Secure separation of access rights during carve-outs
      • Identification and deactivation of orphaned accounts
      • Securing compliance during the transition
      Customer experience in digital business

      Digital platforms and applications are key touchpoints with customers. At the same time, complex security mechanisms often lead to media breaches and cancellations in the registration process. A modern CIAM combines security, data protection and user-friendliness.

      • Smooth registration and login across all channels
      • Reduction of cancellation rates during login and registration
      • GDPR-compliant consent and data protection management
      • Foundation for personalised digital services
      Scaling without an in-house IAM team

      Growth, new regulatory requirements and increasing security risks are increasing the pressure on internal IT teams. Managed IAM and PAM services enable rapid scaling without the need to build up in-house resources or specialised expertise.

      • Operation of IAM and PAM solutions by experts
      • Relief for internal IT and security teams
      • Fast adaptation to growth and new requirements
      • Continuous compliance and security monitoring

      Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

      Company takeovers and spin-offs place special demands on identity and authorisation management. Different systems, role models and authorisations need to be consolidated quickly or separated cleanly - without security or compliance risks.

      • Consolidation of identities and authorisations after acquisitions
      • Secure separation of access rights during carve-outs
      • Identification and deactivation of orphaned accounts
      • Securing compliance during the transition

      Customer experience in digital business

      Digital platforms and applications are key touchpoints with customers. At the same time, complex security mechanisms often lead to media breaches and cancellations in the registration process. A modern CIAM combines security, data protection and user-friendliness.

      • Smooth registration and login across all channels
      • Reduction of cancellation rates during login and registration
      • GDPR-compliant consent and data protection management
      • Foundation for personalised digital services

      Scaling without an in-house IAM team

      Growth, new regulatory requirements and increasing security risks are increasing the pressure on internal IT teams. Managed IAM and PAM services enable rapid scaling without the need to build up in-house resources or specialised expertise.

      • Operation of IAM and PAM solutions by experts
      • Relief for internal IT and security teams
      • Fast adaptation to growth and new requirements
      • Continuous compliance and security monitoring

      IAM for Agentic AI and Non-Human Identities

      Rise of AI Agents and Non-Human Identities

      The digital transformation is leading to a new reality: Non-human identities such as service accounts, bots and autonomous AI agents are increasingly taking on business-critical tasks. These digital actors require access to sensitive data and systems, but often remain outside of traditional security and governance models. This creates considerable risks for data protection, compliance and the integrity of your company processes.

      For companies, this means that a modern IAM must not only manage human users, but also integrate machine identities into a clear governance structure. This includes guidelines for the assignment of authorisations, the monitoring of activities and compliance with regulatory requirements. This is the only way to avoid risks such as uncontrolled access, data misuse or a lack of traceability and at the same time securely utilise the opportunities offered by AI.

      Why KPMG?

      As one of the leading consulting partners for identity and access management, we combine technological expertise with a deep understanding of governance, risk and compliance.

      Our strength lies in our holistic approach: we combine strategic consulting with practical implementation and support companies from analysis to operation.

      • Experience and industry expertise: we know the regulatory requirements and better practices in various industries.
      • End-to-end approach: From target development and implementation to managed services.
      • Technology-independent consulting: We work with leading IAM and PAM solutions, but remain vendor-neutral.
      • Focus on security and compliance: Our concepts fulfil the highest standards and are audit-ready.
      • Global presence, local expertise: we combine international best practices with a regional understanding of the market.

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