AI and automation trends transforming IAM

The Future of IAM: AI & Automation

#The Future of IAM: AI & Automation TL;DR Identity and Access Management (IAM) is evolving fast. AI and automation are moving IAM from static, rules-based controls to adaptive, intelligence-driven systems. Machine learning powers real-time anomaly detection, behavior-based authentication reduces reliance on passwords, and identity orchestration unifies workflows across multi-cloud and legacy systems. But with innovation comes new risks: AI agents, machine identities, and autonomous threats demand fresh governance and continuous monitoring....

August 27, 2025 · 4 min · Everyday Identity

Hidden Workers Lost in the ATS Hiring Black Hole

Hidden Workers Lost in the ATS Hiring Black Hole An Opinion From the Other Side of the Algorithm There’s an uncomfortable truth most HR leaders won’t say out loud: Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) aren’t finding your next best hire—they’re hiding them. Over the past decade, automation in recruiting was sold as a revolution. More candidates. More efficiency. Less bias. But walk into any organization struggling to fill open roles, and you’ll hear a different story: “We just aren’t seeing enough qualified people....

July 9, 2025 · 2 min · Jay Klinkowsky

IAM 101: Lifecycle Management – Joiners, Movers, and Leavers Done Right

IAM 101: Lifecycle Management – Joiners, Movers, and Leavers Done Right TL;DR Identity Lifecycle Management (ILM) governs the entire digital identity journey—from onboarding new employees to adjusting access when they change roles, to securely deactivating accounts when they leave. This “Joiners, Movers, and Leavers” process is critical to both security and operational efficiency. When mismanaged, it leads to overprovisioned users, dormant accounts, compliance failures, and insider threats. This article breaks down the core lifecycle stages, shows how automation can fix the chaos, and offers practical strategies drawn from real enterprise deployments....

May 28, 2025 · 5 min · Jay Klinkowsky