Iain Oldman

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Iain Oldman

Iain writes for the Internet2 Community Engagement team with a focus on digital content and strategic communications. He has a background in digital marketing and journalism, with his byline appearing in newswires, regional publications, and nonprofit news organizations.

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What Are the Biggest Benefits of Attending InCommon BaseCAMP? Hear it from 4 Previous Attendees

Reading Time: 4 minutesEvery spring, identity and access management (IAM) professionals from all corners of the world gather online to share ideas and expertise at InCommon BaseCAMP. The weeklong virtual IAM event presents a unique opportunity for IAM practitioners to learn new skills, solve problems unique to research and higher education (R&E) institutions, and network with their colleagues. Since 2019, hundreds of IAM professionals have come to BaseCAMP to learn and connect with the community. BaseCAMP sets itself apart from other learning opportunities because of its focus on R&E solutions and its networking opportunities, according to previous attendees. Ahead of BaseCAMP 2026, held […]

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The Basics of Building Your Own IAM Program at InCommon BaseCAMP 2024

Reading Time: 4 minutesAs institutions set out to establish crucial identity and access management (IAM) programs, their IAM teams will inevitably face a slew of new questions. Understanding core components and navigating key decisions about infrastructure, staffing, and budgets is just the beginning of the process. Each IAM program faces unique challenges, so there isn’t a one-size-fits-all blueprint available off the shelf. Fortunately, experienced IAM teams in the InCommon community can offer advice and expertise to help with some of the growing pains of a new or evolving IAM program. This year at InCommon BaseCAMP 2024, a panel of IAM experts will dive […]

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Benefits of InCommon BaseCAMP: Hear it from Former First-Timers

Reading Time: 4 minutesBaseCAMP, InCommon’s annual virtual event for identity and access management (IAM) professionals, is only a few weeks away.  Every year, people in research and higher education who are new to IAM and the InCommon community come to BaseCAMP to explore topics related to federated identity, stay current on IAM services, and network with their peers. Over the past half-decade, institutions worldwide have sent their teams to BaseCAMP to learn from thought leaders in IAM. BaseCAMP, held online this year June 1-5, includes content and interactive sessions for a variety of IAM team members of all skill levels and interests, from […]

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