Identity Verification (IDV)

Identity verification (IDV) refers to the processes and technologies used to confirm that an individual is who they claim to be before granting access to systems, applications, or sensitive data. In enterprise environments, IDV underpins secure authentication for identity by establishing trust at the point of access, whether a user is logging into software, requesting elevated privileges, or interacting with support teams. Historically, identity verification relied heavily on passwords, knowledge-based questions, or manual review of secure identity documents, but these methods have proven costly, error-prone, and increasingly vulnerable to fraud and impersonation.

Modern identity verification focuses on verifying identity to access software or platforms in ways that reduce reliance on shared secrets and manual intervention. Organizations now combine factors such as device trust, biometrics, cryptographic credentials, and contextual signals to provide secure authentication for identity while minimizing friction for end users. When implemented well, IDV enables secure identity and access management without forcing employees or IT teams into repetitive workflows like password resets or ad hoc identity checks, which consume time and introduce operational risk.

From an operational perspective, identity verification is increasingly evaluated through a practical lens: whether it simplifies the access stack and delivers measurable value quickly. Enterprises want IDV approaches that replace overlapping point solutions, reduce administrative overhead, and streamline workflows across IT, security, and clinical or business operations. Effective IDV programs can lower costs by consolidating tools, reduce help desk involvement by eliminating weak identity checks, and accelerate access decisions, all while strengthening assurance that only verified users can reach critical systems.

Imprivata supports these goals through Imprivata Privileged Access Management (PAM), which integrates strong identity verification into privileged workflows without adding unnecessary complexity. By embedding secure authentication for identity directly into how privileged users access systems, PAM helps organizations verify identity in a way that is both efficient and auditable. This approach enables secure tools for accessing systems while reducing reliance on passwords, minimizing redundant identity technologies, and delivering clear time and cost savings early in deployment.