IAM (Identity and Access Management) managed services refer to outsourced services that help organizations manage their users’ identities and control their access to various IT resources, applications, and data.
It include various services, such as identity and access governance, identity lifecycle management, access management, privileged access management, multifactor authentication, identity analytics, and reporting and compliance.
IAM managed services are outsourced solutions that are provided and managed by a third-party service provider, whereas in-house IAM solutions are typically developed, implemented, and maintained by an organization’s internal IT team. IAM managed services offer the benefits of expert support, reduced IT costs, and the ability to scale quickly, whereas in-house solutions offer greater control and customization.
When choosing an IAM managed services provider, you should consider factors such as the provider’s experience and expertise, their service offerings and pricing, their security and compliance capabilities, their support and service level agreements, and their reputation and customer reviews.