Access Control
& Security Systems

Changing attitudes towards IT security and the anticipated surge in security spending will lead to substantial investment in identity management, according to a new study by Frost & Sullivan.

The study states that access control is a core security defense to protect enterprise-wide information systems. In light of rising vulnerability awareness, enterprises are increasingly focused on strategy for tightening access control parameters, which should build momentum behind sales in the overall identity management market.

Frost & Sullivan says the European market for identity management solutions will grow 27.01 percent by 2006. "As companies grow, it is inevitable that their networks grow in complexity in order to cope with extra traffic. This growth is often manifested in separate networks dedicated to different core enterprise functions. This makes managing access increasingly difficult. Identity management solutions not only enhance security of networks, but also support the management of users," the survey notes.

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