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TIRED OF COMPLEX,
INEFFICIENT IAM PROGRAMS?
IAM Leaders and CISOs are under constant pressure to secure their business. But outdated systems, uncoordinated changes, labor intensive processes and constant firefighting are leaving your IAM program—and your business vulnerable.
MAKE IAM MANAGEMENT EASY WITH A PROVEN SYSTEM
Eliminate IAM Guesswork
Our structured roadmap removes uncertainty, so you always know what’s
coming next.
Secure, Efficient, & Compliant
The 7 Pillars framework integrates people, processes, and technology for seamless security and compliance.
Proactive Team Support
We provide ongoing training to empower your team, ensuring they stay ahead of security challenges
Our Clients See Real Results—
Here’s What They’re Saying
IAM Director, CA
"Our IAM program was inefficient and insecure. This system saved us 40% in costs by eliminating gaps and inefficiencies."
VP IAM, MI
"Our IAM went from chaos to compliance in 6 months. This framework gave us a clear path to security."
HOW OUR APPROACH IS DIFFERENT
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Time Tested
This framework has been refined over decades, solving the toughest IAM challenges.
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No Guesswork
The structured, step-by-step roadmap simplifies every stage of your IAM program.
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Seamless Integration
By focusing on people, processes, and technology, we ensure your IAM system works smoothly, without the usual headaches.
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Ongoing Support
We empower your team with training, ensuring they stay ahead of threats long after the system is in place.
The 7 PillarS
Brad Kirkpatrick, founder of The Metis Group, brings over 30 years of hands-on experience leading top IAM consulting firms and guiding enterprise clients through complex security challenges. Throughout his career, Brad has consistently seen the pitfalls and inefficiencies that plague IAM programs, inspiring him to develop the 7 Pillars of IAM Success framework. This proven approach integrates his deep expertise with practical strategies to streamline IAM, secure funding, and future-proof businesses against evolving threats.
1. Treat IAM Like a Business
Align IAM with your business goals to drive value.
2. Be the Evangelist for IAM
Secure leadership buy-in to ensure resources and long-term success.
3. IAM as the Security Foundation
Make IAM the core of your security strategy, securing every digital identity.
4. The 100% Rule
Ensure every digital identity is accounted for—no gaps, no exceptions.
5. Balance Security and Business
Protect your business while ensuring smooth operations.
6. IAM Enables IT Transformation
Sync IAM and IT strategies to align priorities and investments.
7. Have a Strategy and Roadmap
Plan for the long term and stay ahead of future threats.
Free Tools to Keep Your IAM Program Secure
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Stakeholder Matrix: Identify your IAM supporters and detractors and build a plan to secure buy-in.
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IAM Leader Skills Inventory: Assess your team’s skills and learn how to fill any gaps.
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IAM Platform Architecture Map: Map your infrastructure to spot overlaps and prioritize investments.