Identity & Access Governance – Control before Compliance

What is Identity & Access Governance (IAG)?

 

IAG goes beyond assigning access rights. It’s about:

• Who has access to what?

• Why does anyone have access?

• When was access granted?

• How is access controlled?

Without this context, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) or Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC) remains blind to risk.

In Dutch context:

• Separation of duties (SoD) is mandatory in financial functions

• AVG requires demonstrable access control

• NEN7510 calls for logging access to medical data

So IAG is not optional. It is necessary.

 

Why IAG is not an IT choice

 

Identity & Access Governance is not a technical tool – it is a governance tool.

Without governance:

• Are there too many unsupervised admins

• Is SoD structurally violated

• Are roles obsolete or incomplete

 

With governance:

• Emerges automatic, repeatable control

• Is everything auditable, including exceptions

• Is there demonstrable compliance with laws and regulations

And that starts with governance.

 

The ALTA-ICT approach to IAG

 

We help organizations regain control – not through software, but through structure:

• ISO27001 & ISO9001 certified governance processes
• Division of labor that works in finance, HR and operations
• Flows based on NEN7510, AVG and BIO
• Independent, audit-ready reporting (SoD, exceptions, role changes)

 

Our clients have regained control of access. And they notice it:

• Reduced risks of data breaches

• Faster audit trails

• Less manual work, more overview

 

How do you get started with Identity & Access Governance?

 

1. Inventory: What systems are in place? Who has access?

2. Assess: Are the roles still correct? Are there any conflicts?

3. Implement: Set up workflows for requests, approval and review

4. Check: Automate logging and monitoring

5. Evaluate: Adjust regularly based on audit results

Without governance, compliance is a paper reality. With governance, you make it auditable and demonstrable.

 

ALTA-ICT in action – governance that works

 

We help organizations nationwide, from healthcare facilities to financial services companies, with:

• Simple IAG Assessments

• Implementation of repeatable workflows

• Integration with existing HR and IT systems

• 24/7 monitoring and reporting support

With our Dutch market knowledge and certifications, we guarantee a solution that fits and keeps working.

 

Frequently asked questions about IAG

 

What is the difference between IAM and IAG?
IAM regulates access. IAG verifies that it is done correctly – according to policy, law and governance.

Do I need IAG if I already have RBAC?
Yes. RBAC is technology. IAG is policy + control.

Is this only relevant to large organizations?
No. Any organization that wants to be AVG, NEN7510 or ISO compliant should consider IAG.

What does it cost to implement IAG?
That depends on your current situation. We offer a free quick scan to help you understand this.

How soon can I start?
Within 2 weeks we will start an assessment and planning process.

 

Conclusion: visibility of access = grip on risk

 

Without governance, access management remains a black box. With IAG, you make it controllable, repeatable and compliant.

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