For decades, Microsoft’s Active Directory (AD) has been the backbone of identity and access management (IAM) in enterprise environments. However, as organizations expand their digital ecosystems, they encounter new demands around cloud services, remote work, and cybersecurity. While fully moving away from AD may not be feasible for many, adopting a hybrid IAM model can…
As businesses across various industries shift back to office environments, a question arises: Is cloud-based Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Mobile Device Management (MDM) still relevant? With the return to centralized office networks, some might argue that robust cloud-based solutions for IAM and MDM are less critical. However, even in a predominantly in-office environment,…
As Singapore prepares to implement flexible work arrangements nationwide starting in December 2024, businesses will need to adapt quickly to ensure seamless transitions and continued productivity. Flexible work models, such as remote and hybrid setups, can introduce challenges in managing IT infrastructure, securing access, and ensuring compliance. This is where JumpCloud, a cloud-based directory platform,…
In today’s fast-paced digital world, Software as a Service (SaaS) has become the backbone of many businesses, streamlining operations and driving efficiency. However, as SaaS becomes more ingrained in our daily workflows, a concerning trend has emerged: the tendency to accept Terms and Conditions (T&C), Service Level Agreements (SLA), and other legal agreements without scrutinizing…
In today’s fast-paced SaaS landscape, risks are ever-present, from unforeseen updates to vulnerabilities in third-party services. As organizations increasingly rely on cloud-based applications, balancing the convenience of SaaS with robust risk management is crucial. 1. Scrutinize Contractual Terms Many users gloss over contractual terms, but these documents are critical. They define how your data is…
This will be the first of a three-part series that aims to compare ZTNA against SSL VPN and Wide Area Network (WAN). Firstly, what is “Zero Trust”? Zero Trust (ZT) was first coined by Forrester Wave back in 2009. It involves abandoning the principle of implicit trust, adopting the concept of “Never Trust, Always Verify”…
Pardon the Star Wars Yoda speak, but this is a topic that has been close to my heart for the longest time. In today’s highly competitive work place, uttering the 3 words ‘I don’t know’ can be daunting especially for managers. It can be construed as a sign of weakness by their peers or worse,…
There’s no denying that Cloud services is the way forward for new businesses. At this day and age, it is the de-facto IT adoption method especially for startups and tech based companies. Businesses simply love them for its zero CAPEX and almost zero maintenance model. With work from home being the norm, cloud adoption simply explode. When we…