Identity & Access Management at the Core of Enterprise Modernization | WSO2Con Barcelona 2025



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Video Summary: WSO2’s Identity Management (IM) Capabilities

Introduction

  • Overview of WSO2’s Identity Management (IM) discussed at the event.
  • IM is an integral yet underrepresented aspect of WSO2.

Historical Perspective on Identity

  • Discussion of the evolution of identity technology over the last two decades.
  • Past frameworks relied heavily on physical verification methods.

Modernization of Identity Technology

  1. Future Ready Technology:
    • Organizations’ technology must evolve with emerging demands.
  2. Key Drivers of Modernization:
    • Technological (AI advancement)
    • Political (regulatory complexities)
    • Social (universal access issues)

Customer Experiences

  • Recognition of diverse IM constituencies, including non-human identities.
  • Importance of a seamless user experience (UX) in identity management processes.
  • Shift towards passwordless authentication and continuous adaptive trust.
    • Emphasis on evaluating user behavior continually, not just at login.

Internal Transformation

  • IM as a journey involving multiple user interactions (e.g., login, registrations).
  • Introduction of low-code orchestration tools to facilitate user journey programming.

Architecture, Cryptography, and Standards

  • Need for IM systems to integrate with various APIs and systems for effective user journeys.
  • Discussion of emerging trends in cryptography, notably in post-quantum cryptography and TLS certificate validity reductions.
  • Navigating standards thoughtfully; they provide only part solutions, necessitating customized business approaches.

Conclusion

  • Every organization possesses an identity infrastructure; the task is to enhance and integrate effectively using foundational technologies.