John Worrall

E-business initiatives - such as enterprise, B2B, and B2C applications - typically reach throughout and beyond an enterprise, requiring users to move across networks, applications, and security domains. To be effective, this movement must be transparent to the user. Consider what's involved in this: a single identity with one registration process and one login procedure. Not easy, considering hundreds, thousands or even millions of users require access to a growing number of applications which may or may not be under the direct control of the enterprise. A single organization cannot effectively manage or control an e-business initiative from beginning to end, especially when multiple partners are involved. Even within the enterprise, different business units often manage... (more)

Managing Digital Identities

Organizations have traditionally viewed the management of digital identities as a necessary expense. But now those same organizations see it as a strategic imperative, something that will help them succeed by adding business value. Strategic security initiatives, like identity and access management, present organizations with real business opportunities and provide a framework for managi... (more)

Identity Theft: More Than A Stolen Wallet

As the role of IT administrators continues to expand, it is imperative that companies not lose sight of their core responsibilities: managing and protecting corporate data. This responsibility is becoming increasingly important in the enterprise due to the staggering rise in identity theft around the globe. A recent report from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) found that identity thef... (more)