As a set of business processes and supporting technologies, identity and access management (often referred to as "IAM") principles enable the creation, maintenance, and use of digital identity. When implemented correctly, good IAM practices make sure that the right people gain access to the right materials and records at the right time, as well as making it safe, secure, and simple to change access rights, group memberships, and other key attributes as users and systems grow, change, are added, or are removed.
The services provided by HUIT's Identity & Access Management practice are designed to meet the needs of the entire Harvard Community. The team strives to deliver service offerings that align with best practices (technologies and methods) that improve convenience and ease of access for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and affiliates while protecting University resources as required.
Our Vision and Guiding Principles
Our service delivery objective is simple, but all-encompassing:
We also place heightened emphasis upon the following guiding principles:
- IAM services must meet the needs of the users, service owners and the administrative and program needs of the Harvard Community
- Service roadmaps and project planning must remain aligned with Harvard's strategic objectives
- Implementation support and ongoing communication are essential aspects of service delivery