A conversation with KPMG: Identity security, AI governance & third-party risk

Our AVP of Partners & Alliances EMEA, Remco Postma, recently sat down with Nancy Easton, Global Alliances COO from KPMG International to discuss the rapidly changing landscape of identity security. As the foundation of any secure organization, identity is no longer just about access—it is about business continuity, compliance, and enabling successful digital transformation.

With the market evolving quickly, organizations are facing new pressures. From the massive shift toward cloud adoption and platform integration to the critical management of third-party risk, the stakes are high. In fact, with 60% of breaches being identity-based and a significant portion involving third parties, having a robust governance strategy across complex, hybrid environments is essential.

The emergence of AI brings its own set of challenges, described by KPMG as the "duality of AI." On one hand, organizations need AI-driven accelerators to improve their identity platforms. On the other, they are deploying autonomous agents that require access to sensitive data. Ensuring these agents have the right access at the right time—without overprovisioning—is a critical frontier for compliance and security.

Successfully managing these shifts requires more than just tools; it demands a blend of technology and transformation expertise. The partnership between SailPoint and KPMG brings together best-of-breed technology with deep, sector-specific knowledge—whether for a university, a bank, or a healthcare provider. This combination ensures that identity programs are not only implemented safely but are tailored to deliver real business value.

Watch the full video to dive deeper into these trends and learn how to future-proof your identity strategy.