The adoption of IGA solutions also raises new challenges and concerns regarding the privacy and control of user data. As IGA solutions collect, store, and process large amounts of personal and sensitive data, such as biometric data, behavioral data, and location data, users may wonder how their data is being used, shared, and protected by the organizations that deploy IGA solutions. Moreover, users may have limited or no visibility into their own data or the ability to modify or delete it.
According to a recent report by Market Research Future, the global IGA market size was valued at USD 5.5 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 19.65 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.20% during the forecast period (2023 – 2032). The report highlights some of the key challenges that may hamper the growth of the market, such as the lack of awareness and expertise, the high implementation cost, and privacy and data security issues. It suggests that organizations need to adopt best practices and standards for IGA solutions, such as ensuring transparency, accountability, and consent from users; implementing robust encryption and authentication mechanisms; and complying with relevant laws and regulations.
The privacy and data security issues related to IGA solutions are not only a concern for users but also for regulators and policymakers. Several countries and regions have enacted or proposed laws and regulations to protect user data and privacy, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in the US, and the Personal Data Protection Bill (PDPB) in India. These laws and regulations impose various obligations on organizations that collect, process, or share user data, such as obtaining user consent, providing user rights, implementing data protection measures, reporting data breaches, and paying fines for non-compliance.
Therefore, organizations that deploy IGA solutions need to be aware of the legal and ethical implications of their actions and ensure that they respect user privacy and data security. Users also need to be informed of their rights and choices regarding their data and exercise them accordingly. As IGA solutions become more pervasive and powerful in managing user identities and access privileges, human oversight and governance remain essential to ensure that machines serve the public interest and do not overrule human values.
