Identity & Access Management at the Core of Enterprise Modernization | WSO2Con Barcelona 2025
AI Summary
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
- Future Ready Technology:
- Organizations’ technology must evolve with emerging demands.
- 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.