When I talk with IT and security leaders, I hear two issues come up again and again: the pain of manual governance and the lack of clear visibility into who has access. Both create unnecessary complexity, and both leave organizations exposed. That is why I was excited to host a conversation on this topic during our recent webinar, From Bottlenecks to Breaches: The Hidden Cost of Manual Identity Governance.
I do not want to simply summarize what you will hear in the recording. Instead, I want to share my perspective on why this topic matters and highlight what I found most valuable from the discussion.
Brandon Stallard, our Senior Enterprise Account Executive, described the reality many organizations face today. Compliance demands are growing, hybrid IT environments are everywhere, and workforces are more diverse than ever. For me, the key point was how these pressures magnify two specific problems: too much manual effort and fragmented visibility. Without automation, approvals and entitlement updates get stuck in inboxes. Without visibility, leaders struggle to answer basic questions like who has access and why. These challenges are universal, no matter the industry.
Chris Williams, our Field CTO, emphasized that most organizations remain in reactive mode. They respond to gaps after they cause problems rather than addressing them proactively. What resonated with me was his focus on context. By pulling together all the data tied to an identity, organizations can make smarter, faster access decisions and strengthen governance before issues escalate.
RSA Senior Software Security Engineer Roland Vellanoweth shared a walkthrough that showed how RSA’s low-code and no-code workflows streamline governance. What I found most valuable was the focus on visual policy tools and connectors that replace complex scripts and reduce the burden on IT teams. This approach does more than simplify administration. It empowers auditors and business leaders to get the answers they need quickly, which helps build confidence in the entire governance program.
If identity governance is on your radar, or if you are dealing with the frustration of manual processes, this session is well worth your time. Watch the webinar now.
