Increased security often means reduced efficiency. Here are 4 ways an IAM can boost productivity while staying secure.
Published: 2021-11-09 05:18:49

[Identity Access Management (IAM)] (https://www.akku.work/) is a collective term that covers processes and policies to manage user identities and regulate user access within an organization. It works on the principle of zero trust.

While security is critical, adding too many security measures also hampers productivity. So, as an organization, you need to find that fine balance between security and productivity, while keeping pace with digital transformation.

**How does an [IAM solution] (https://www.akku.work/) help you with that balance? Here are four important ways that an IAM increases productivity.**

**1. IAM offers efficient and easy access**

IAM eliminates tedious and repetitive tasks, including logging in to multiple applications every day. The [single sign-on] (https://www.akku.work/product/single-sign-on.html) feature of IAM is an employee’s single-point access to several applications.

Once users create their [single sign-on (SSO)] (https://www.akku.work/product/single-sign-on.html) credentials, they'll no longer have to waste time logging in over and over, saving time and ensuring a seamless work experience regardless of device or domain. That means fewer times that you need to log on and off; fewer passwords to recall; most important, stronger passwords that follow company-specific password policies can easily be set.

**2. IAM results in simplified admin and IT processes**

[Single sign-on] (https://www.akku.work/product/single-sign-on.html) reduces IT help desk escalations and centralizes admin tasks like password updates and resets, which means there is no longer a need to manage access and authorizations in-house, or scramble to secure new applications that enter the cloud environment.

IAM tools manage all user identities and access permissions across internal systems, employee devices, and cloud-based technologies through one easy-to-use system. This means faster, more efficient provisioning and de-provisioning with fewer errors; automation of managing user identities and related access permissions, which saves time and money otherwise required to manually manage them; and greater compliance with government regulations and prepping audit-ready reports and stats.

Akku also has two additional features which not every IAM offers, which make IT administration much easier: seamless integration with Active Directory and other applications, and easy dissemination of messages and circulars through the SSO login page.

**3. IAM offers better security**

IAM security features are designed to enhance productivity. The [multifactor authentication (MFA)] (https://www.akku.work/product/multi-factor-authentication.html) feature, for instance, provides an extra layer of security while allowing employees to seamlessly transition between approved devices.

[MFA] (https://www.akku.work/product/multi-factor-authentication.html) requires the user to authenticate login with two or more types of identification before gaining access, offering flexibility and secure access anywhere, any time.

The right IAM also makes it easy to blacklist or whitelist access within and outside the firewall, on company-owned devices. The user therefore does not need to worry about whether or not he or she is permitted to visit a particular website. Efficiency is thus almost a guarantee.

**4. IAM results in improved focus**

Using an IAM means reduced distractions for your users. Employees can leverage the Internet for learning and growth, but the right IAM automates authorizations by setting rules that define user requirements and limit access to unsanctioned applications.

Specifically with Akku, you can go a step further and whitelist appropriate channels and video categories on YouTube. This means that users can still view relevant content on YouTube, without losing focus and being distracted by irrelevant videos.

Akku also allows you to block personal email and only allow professional email, even if they are accessed by the same email client.

Akku delivers a powerful cloud [Single Sign-on (SSO)] (https://www.akku.work/product/single-sign-on.html) solution that can be integrated easily with almost any cloud or in-house application, making user provisioning, management, access control, and de-provisioning seamless. Opt for a more productive experience with [Akku] (https://www.akku.work/) today. Do [reach out to us] (https://www.akku.work/contact-us.html) and let’s get started together.

This blog originally published at [Akku Blog] (https://www.akku.work/blog/). Link to the [original blog] (https://www.akku.work/blog/increased-security-often-means-reduced-efficiency-here-are-4-ways-an-iam-can-boost-productivity-while-staying-secure/)