IDC MarketScape names OpenText a 4x Leader in MESCCN [Get the IDC excerpt](https://www.opentext.com/products/core-secure-access#lang-group-2999dd03-7931-4587-95f5-bdfdf949eec3) Learn how to secure third-party identity and access at scale OpenText™ Core Secure Access mitigates supply chain security risks using a zero-trust framework, automating third-party onboarding and enabling real-time monitoring of access rights and permissions. Its scalable architecture secures access for every trading partner relationship, regardless of IT footprint, systems, and user experience requirements, so businesses can securely manage their supply chain and prevent unauthorized access to systems. - **93%** fewer breaches Reduce supply chain risk by applying zero-trust policies to external partners and suppliers. - **50%** faster workflows Use automation to simplify supplier lifecycle management, reduce manual processes, and improve compliance. - **$4.35M** in breach costs avoided Implement proactive security measures that protect against costly breaches by ensuring continuous identity verification and governance. > We truly believe that customer experience and customer trust are key brand differentiators. To achieve that customer experience, you need a strong digital identity management system as the foundation. We believe that foundation is provided by OpenText. > > [Read the customer story](https://www.opentext.com/customers/the-auto-club-group) ### Reduce supply chain security risks Strengthen access control by validating user identities in real time and using risk-based authentication to minimize vulnerabilities from third-party access. ### Enforce zero-trust access policies Protect critical systems by applying least-privilege principles, continuously verifying identities, and adapting access based on contextual risk. ### Standardize IAM system processes across all digital ecosystems Increase operational maturity and risk posture with a common, digital approach to onboard, manage, and offboard third-party organizations and users. ### Accelerate third-party onboarding Streamline supplier access by using automated workflows and self-service portals to quickly and securely grant appropriate access levels. ### Provide a single point of entry to enterprise resources Maintain a single connection to the IAM platform to reduce exposed endpoints and the attack surface. ### Federate user management to reduce complexity and costs Securely authenticate users and share identity information with applications and systems more easily to ensure cross-organization collaboration. ### Identity-centric security Enforces least-privilege access policies that reduce supply chain exposure and limit unauthorized access. ### Third-party onboarding automation Streamlines supplier registration and verification to accelerate onboarding and minimize manual intervention and delivers unified, seamless experiences. ### Centralized access governance Provides real-time visibility and control over user permissions to ensure policy enforcement, compliance monitoring, and audit readiness. ### Adaptive, low-friction authentication Uses risk-based authentication (RBA), adaptive, multi-factor authentication (MFA), FIDO U2F, token verification, and more to adapt authentication security based on real-time risk evaluations. ### Identity-driven user experiences Dynamically controls what each user can view, select, and request based on their authorizations, profile, preferences, relationships, external API calls, and other data. ### IAM Platform as a Service Offers an API-first, auto-scaling micro services architecture to rapidly develop applications and custom IAM solutions within a DevSecOps environment. ### Deployment Explore scalable and flexible deployment options for global organizations of any size. - ### [Protect, scale, and use business information in your cloud of choice](https://www.opentext.com/deployment/public-cloud) Public cloud ### Services Accelerate digital transformation with guidance from certified experts. - ### [Modernize your information management with certified experts](https://www.opentext.com/services/professional-services) Professional Services - ### [Turn support into your strategic advantage](https://www.opentext.com/support/advanced-customer-support) Support Services - ### [Meet business goals with expert guidance, managed services, and more](https://www.opentext.com/services/success-services) Customer Success Services - ### [Free up your internal teams with expert IT service management](https://www.opentext.com/services/managed-services) Managed Services ### Training OpenText Learning Services offers comprehensive enablement and learning programs to accelerate knowledge and skills. Empower your team with flexible, expert-led training to master OpenText solutions and drive success. - ### [Access expert-led training, certifications, and learning paths to help build skills, boost productivity, and drive digital success](https://www.opentext.com/learning-services) Learning Services - ### [Get access to all the training you need and the flexibility to learn when you want](https://www.opentext.com/learning-services/subscriptions) Learning Subscriptions ### Communities Explore our OpenText communities. Connect with individuals and companies to get insight and support. Get involved in the discussion. - ### [Collaborate, share, and grow with developers worldwide on the OpenText developer forums](https://forums.opentext.com/forums/developer) OpenText Forums Explore why IDC MarketScape named OpenText a Leader in the worldwide Multi-Enterprise Supply Chain Commerce Network (MESCCN) category. The report highlights OpenText’s strengths in end-to-end B2B integration, secure partner collaboration, real-time visibility, and scalable supply chain automation. Learn how these capabilities help organizations reduce friction across partner ecosystems, improve operational resilience, and modernize supply chain collaboration at scale. [Get the IDC excerpt](https://www.opentext.com/resources/idc-names-opentext-leader-in-mesccn) ### Drive growth by automating third-party access to enterprise information at scale [Read the white paper](https://www.opentext.com/media/white-paper/drive-growth-by-automating-third-party-access-to-enterprise-information-at-scale-wp-en.pdf) ### Fix hidden supply chain issues with automation, visibility, and collaboration [Read the ebook](https://www.opentext.com/media/ebook/three-supply-chain-problems-you-didnt-think-could-be-fixed-ebook-en.pdf) ### Streamline supplier collaboration with secure, scalable, cloud-based access [Read the solution overview](https://www.opentext.com/assets/documents/en-US/pdf/opentext-supplier-portal-so-en.pdf) ### What is OpenText Core Secure Access? OpenText Core Secure Access is a cloud-based platform that delivers enterprise-class security for the extended partner ecosystem, enabling secure access across collaborative business application environments without compromising user experience. ### What authentication methods does OpenText Core Secure Access support? It supports multiple authentication options, including risk-based authentication (RBA), MFA, FIDO U2F, phone, push, and mobile authenticator. ### How does OpenText Core Secure Access help with third-party onboarding? It accelerates and standardizes third-party onboarding through self-paced, workflow-driven processes and comprehensive self-service capabilities, minimizing onboarding costs and delays. June 25, 2025 ### 8 Benefits of leveraging the digital supply chain Unlock 8 key benefits of digital supply chains for smarter, faster business. [Read the blog](https://blogs.opentext.com/8-benefits-of-leveraging-the-digital-supply-chain/) June 25, 2025 ### 4 Strategies to overcome supply chain collaboration challenges 4 smart strategies to boost supply chain collaboration and cut complexity. [Read the blog](https://blogs.opentext.com/4-strategies-to-overcome-supply-chain-collaboration-challenges/) February 16, 2023 ### Scale your digital ecosystem with secure access management Enable secure, enterprise access to digital ecosystems at scale. [Read the blog](https://blogs.opentext.com/ride-the-digital-ecosystem-wave-securely/) ## Take the next step Ready to drive growth with secure third-party identity and access management at scale while also addressing supply chain security gaps?