The rise of network-based, automated services in the past decade
has definitely changed the way businesses operate, but not always
for the better. Offering services, conducting transactions and
moving data on the Web opens new opportunities, but many CTOs and
CIOs are more concerned with the risks. Like the rulers of medieval
cities, they've adopted a siege mentality, building walls to keep
the bad guys out. It makes for a secure perimeter, but hampers the
flow of commerce.
Fortunately, some corporations are beginning to rethink how they
provide security, so that interactions with customers, employees,
partners, and suppliers will be richer and more flexible. "Digital
Identity" explains how to go about it. This book details an
important concept known as "identity management architecture"
(IMA): a method to provide ample protection while giving good guys
access to vital information and systems. In today's
service-oriented economy, digital identity is everything. IMA is a
coherent, enterprise-wide set of standards, policies,
certifications and management activities that enable companies like
yours to manage digital identity effectively--not just as a
security check, but as a way to extend services and pinpoint the
needs of customers.
Author Phil Windley likens IMA to good city planning. Cities
define uses and design standards to ensure that buildings and city
services are consistent and workable. Within that context,
individual buildings--or system architectures--function as part of
the overall plan. With Windley's experience as VP of product
development for [email protected] and CIO of Governor Michael
Leavitt's administration in Utah, he provides a rich, real-world
view ofthe concepts, issues, and technologies behind identity
management architecture.
How does digital identity increase business opportunity?
Windley's favorite example is the ATM machine. With ATMs, banks can
now offer around-the-clock service, serve more customers
simultaneously, and do it in a variety of new locations. This
fascinating book shows CIOs, other IT professionals, product
managers, and programmers how security planning can support
business goals and opportunities, rather than holding them at
bay.
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