Gerry Gebel, Head of Standards at Strata Identity explores the evolving landscape of identity management and cybersecurity. The conversation delves into identity orchestration, policy orchestration, the importance of access policies, and the impact of emerging technologies like AI on cybersecurity practices. We also discuss the staggering increase in cyber attacks, emphasizing the necessity for robust cybersecurity frameworks. Gerry dives into the IDQL and Hexa tools designed to standardize and streamline access policies across multi-cloud environments, highlighting their open-source nature and potential for enhancing security postures.