Imprivata at Identity Week America: Securing the Frontline Without Slowing It Down

Amy Koczera, Global Public Relations Manager, Imprivata

Connect with Imprivata at Identity Week to learn about the future of identity and access for frontline workers

Striking the right balance between security and usability has long been one of the toughest challenges in identity and access management (IAM). For frontline workers in shared device environments, that challenge is amplified. These are settings where speed matters most, whether it’s a clinician rushing between patients, a warehouse worker expediting a shipment, or a production line manager keeping time-sensitive operations on track.

Yet, the reality is that the tools supporting access in these environments often struggle to keep up with the pace of work. Shared devices, generic logins, and fragmented systems make it harder to protect sensitive data and comply with regulations, while the friction of traditional or legacy authentication methods and multifactor authentication (MFA) slows down productivity. The result creates frustration for end-users, as well as an access management gap that increases both risk and inefficiency.

At Identity Week America 2025, Imprivata experts will join leaders across industries to explore how organizations can move beyond the trade-off between strong security and seamless workflows to achieve more of both, leveraging modern approaches like passwordless authentication.

Here’s what you can expect from Imprivata at the event:

Main Stage Panel: Looking to the Future: How Is Access Management Evolving?

When: September 10 from 11:20am – 12:00pm

Imprivata Director of Product Management Pieter-Jan Boone will join a main stage panel in theater 2 moderated by George Fletcher of the OpenID Foundation alongside experts from Capital One, Robinhood, Greater Toronto Airports Authority, and the National Institutes of Health. Panelists will explore:

  • New strategies and tools for securing enterprise IAM
  • Best practices for balancing scalability, compliance, and user experience
  • Strategies to manage risks tied to vendors, privileged access, and insider threats with stronger third-party risk assessment
  • Real-world examples that illustrate how IAM is driving digital transformation

Roundtable Discussion: Balancing Security & Usability: Identity & Access Challenges for Frontline Workers

When: September 10 from 12:10 – 12:50pm

This interactive roundtable led by Imprivata SVP of Solutions Engineering Matt Erich will focus on one of the most pressing issues in IAM today: how to enable seamless access for frontline workers without compromising on security or compliance. Expect to hear from panelists on:

  • The unique IAM challenges of frontline environments, including shared credentials, abandoned sessions, and lost devices
  • The trade-offs between security, compliance, and productivity in fast-paced settings
  • Practical strategies such as rapid session termination, adaptive authentication, and mobile governance to reduce vulnerabilities without adding friction
  • Emerging solutions and case study examples that highlight how organizations are delivering fast, secure access in hybrid IT environments with standards like Fast Identity Online (FIDO) and device-bound passkeys

Attendees will leave with actionable insights into how to reduce risk, streamline workflows, and redesign IAM strategies specifically for deskless, shift-oriented workforces.

Theater Seminar: Securing Shared Mobile Devices: Balancing Efficiency and Identity Management

When: September 10 from 2:40 – 3:00pm

In the afternoon, Imprivata Solutions Engineer Kenny Coan will lead a presentation in seminar theater B on one of the most common challenges facing frontline environments: managing identity on shared-use mobile devices. The session will cover:

  • How shared-use devices empower frontline staff and streamline workflows
  • The security and usability risks tied to shared mobile programs, BYOD policies, and cloud onboarding
  • Actionable strategies to maximize the value and efficiency of shared device investments through single sign-on (SSO)

Why Robust Access Controls Matter

As critical industries continue to digitize while being pushed to do more with less, it’s becoming increasingly important to maximize both security and efficiency. Now more than ever, workers need fast, frictionless access and robust security protections.

Identity Week America provides an opportunity to learn from real-world experiences and approaches to IAM, as well as to explore innovations that help organizations secure the frontline without slowing it down.

Learn more by attending our panel, roundtable, and theater presentation, and stop by booth 716 between September 10-11 to hear from industry experts and see Imprivata solutions in action. Book a demo in advance to secure time with an expert today.