InCommon Accelerators

The Next Evolution of Collaboration Success (CSP)

About InCommon Accelerators

We’re excited to introduce InCommon Accelerators designed to help institutions strengthen their participation in the InCommon Federation and tackle today’s pressing identity and access management (IAM) challenges with greater focus and impact. The InCommon Collaboration Success Program (CSP) was a cornerstone program for institutions seeking to advance their IAM strategy. As the next evolution of this program, InCommon Accelerators will build on the spirit of collaboration and expand knowledge sharing.

What Are InCommon Accelerators?

InCommon Accelerators are immersive, multi-week or multi-month programs that bring together professionals from diverse R&E institutions to learn, collaborate, and problem-solve—whether that’s getting operational with InCommon Federation or strategizing IAM initiatives to navigate an evolving identity landscape. These programs build on CSP’s foundation but are reimagined with shorter timeframes and targeted topics, offering a structured pathway for institutions to make meaningful progress in their Federation and IAM journeys.

Why Participate in an Accelerator?

When you participate in an Accelerator, you’ll gain access to:

Focused Programming – Targeted sessions designed to help institutions operationalize federation participation or tackle shared IAM challenges in research and education.
Expert Guidance – Learn from peers, IAM professionals, and industry experts who provide best practices, strategic insights, and real-world solutions.
Peer-to-Peer Learning – Engage with a cohort of professionals from diverse institutions to exchange ideas, explore use cases, and collaborate on solutions.
Actionable Outcomes – Work through collaborative problem-solving activities and leave with practical insights, frameworks, or resources to support your institution’s federation or IAM goals.

Who Should Participate?

InCommon Accelerators are ideal for IT professionals, IAM practitioners, and decision-makers at R&E institutions who are ready to:

Fully engage in InCommon Federation and maximize its value for their institution.
Advance their IAM strategy and initiatives with focused, collaborative problem-solving.
Tackle shared challenges alongside peers and apply real-world solutions.
Contribute to the future of IAM by exchanging insights and shaping best practices for the community.

Stay Tuned for Upcoming Opportunities

We’re currently developing our first Accelerator programs – from Federation Success to IAM Planning – and can’t wait to share more details soon. Stay tuned for updates—our new programs are just around the corner!

Success Stories and Testimonials

You’re in good company! See how many of your peers from the below institutions have participated in our previous Collaboration Success Programs, and read their testimonials.

“I appreciate access to the collective intelligence and experience of the community. You can’t buy that from a vendor.” — Jan Tax, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
“The name Collaboration Success Program suggests working through challenges together, but the level of insight and detail from other organizations exceeded our expectations.” — Jeremiah Haywood, Illinois State University.

Explore Past CSP Work and Case Studies

Do you still have questions? Email us!