Flows

In the field of Identity and Access Management, IAM workflows denote automated or semi-automated processes that control the creation, update, approval, and access-granting of identities throughout an organisation. The workflow defines, for a certain identity-related action, what sequence of steps is required, who is responsible, and what business rules are applied.

IAM workflows ensure the consistency, compliance, auditability, and security of identity lifecycle events.

Why workflows are important in IAM

IAM workflows provide:

• Automation: Reduce manual tasks and human error.

• Security: Ensure proper approvals before granting access

• Governance: track who requested, approved, and assigned access

• Compliance: Enforce policies (least privilege, separation of duties, etc.)

• Standardization: Handle identity processes the same way throughout the company