Identity and Access Management

Identity and access management (IAM) tools connect users to the systems and tools they rely on, easing experience for users, menial tasks for IT, and security for both. As the leading provider of identity for the enterprise, Okta has much to say about IAM. Here’s a sample of our thoughts.

Build your app or service right from the get-go

Save with an Identity solution that won’t slow you down as you scale TL;DR Don’t want to add another web page to the to-read list? We have an easy, on-the-go version here available for immediate download.  The process of building up your app or service involves not just, well, building the app or service, but also the foundational tech you need…

Jumpstart Identity with automation

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking “Why does this process take so long? Don’t we have computers for that?” Well, you’re probably right. The strain you’re feeling might be the absence of automation. When you don’t need two spare human hands for every task, it can boost productivity, reduce error and risk, and allow you to do more with less.  …

How Identity accelerates M&A for Mars and Warner Bros. Discovery

Organizations who grow through mergers and acquisition (M&A) processes need to be laser-focused on a successful integration starting on day 0. But for many technical reasons, integrating multiple, complex systems and granting access to the right solutions for the right people is easier said than done. Multinational enterprises, such as Mars…

Okta and beyond: Building a robust defense against web attacks

In the realm of cybersecurity, understanding and implementing a multi-layered defense strategy is crucial. Okta offers protection against a broad spectrum of web threats. However, as the digital threat landscape evolves, augmenting Okta's capabilities with specialized services adds critical protection. Okta's frontline defense: Understanding…

How Identity gives SMBs a competitive edge

Note: If you’re already set on IAM basics and ready for resources, we recommend checking out IDaaS for Dummies or A Comprehensive Guide for Your Workforce Identity Maturity Journey to really dig into the topic.   How can something like Identity give small and medium businesses (SMBs) a competitive edge? Organizations are increasingly defined by…

Creating a secure environment for teachers and students to harness emerging technology

What follows is an adaptation of an article from the second issue of Okta’s Identity Spotlight magazine. Technology’s impact on the world of education is unquestionable. We’re a long way from the days of piles of notebooks, overhead projectors, and chalkboards. These days, technology plays a central role in the design and delivery of curriculum in…

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