SAP Security and the Provisioning of SAP Access

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Key Takeaways

⇨ The evolution of SAP security, access control (GRC), and IAM solutions have led to more efficient provisioning processes and improved access control, but organizations need to choose the right solution for each function to achieve their desired business objectives.

⇨ Seamless integration between access control solutions and IAM solutions has proven challenging, and a hybrid model, using both access control and IAM solutions, may be the best balance between provisioning efficiencies and effective access risk management.

⇨ To make the best decision, it’s important for the SAP security and cyber teams to work together, discussing and debating each use case to select the optimal solution for the organization.

The evolution of SAP security, access control (GRC), and Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions has led to more efficient provisioning processes and improved access control, but has also presented challenges for organizations. The SAP access control (GRC) solutions evolved from analyzing access risk violations to performing user access reviews and role provisioning. IAM solutions manage identities across IT systems, including SAP and non-SAP, and have a more flexible Business Role concept. However, seamless integration between access control solutions and IAM solutions has proven challenging, requiring organizations to choose the right solution for each function. A hybrid model, using both access control and IAM solutions, may be the best balance between provisioning efficiencies and effective access risk management for organizations with a large SAP footprint.

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