Capterra Glossary
Web Access Management (WAM)
Web Access Management (WAM) creates security for web-based business tools and applications. Historically, WAM systems focused on cybercriminals. However, SMBs now invest in these tools to prevent unauthorized access to applications from employees as well. Common features of WAM systems include:
Role-based access controls that limit employees from accessing specific apps or app features
Assignment of administrative functions to specific users within an organization
Self-service password reset that further protects organizations
Automated fulfillment of access requests
What Small and Midsize Businesses Need to Know About Web Access Management (WAM)
Because WAM platforms simplify many security tasks in the workplace, an SMB can use these tools to control access to financial platforms, databases, etc. A WAM system can also prevent insiders from stealing customer data and ruining the reputation of a small to midsize business.
Related Terms
- Synchronous
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Intranet
- Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR)
- Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Managed Service Provider (MSP)
- Haptics
- WAN (Wide-Area Network)
- Service-oriented Architecture (SOA)
- Augmented Reality (AR)
- Chief Information Officer (CIO)
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- Platform as a Service (PaaS)
- Service-Level Agreement (SLA)
- Scalability
- Data Center
- Authorization
- Multitenancy