Research Methodology – Consumer Identity and Access Management (IAM) Market
At Straits Research, we adopt a rigorous 360° research approach that integrates both primary and secondary research methodologies. This ensures accuracy, reliability, and actionable insights for stakeholders. Our methodology for the Consumer Identity and Access Management (IAM) Market comprises the following key stages:
Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis
Our baseline thesis for the Consumer Identity and Access Management (IAM) Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:
1 Factors considered while calculating market size and share
- Number of active consumers or users using the consumer IAM solutions
- Current and past revenue generated from the products and services of IAM market
- Penetration of consumer IAM solutions in various industries
- Growth rate of the consumer IAM market
- Pricing strategies of different vendors in the market
- Type and scale of businesses adopting consumer IAM solutions
- Estimated revenue from the upcoming products and services in the market
- The investment in R&D for new product innovation and advancement
- Market performance of major players in consumer IAM market
- Market strategies of emerging players.
2 Key Market Indicators
- Market size and growth rate of the consumer IAM market
- Geographical consumer IAM market size and share
- Penetration rate of consumer IAM solutions
- Advancement and innovation in consumer IAM technologies
- Trends in consumer spending on digital identity solution
- Revenue generated from different types of IAM solutions (on-premise, cloud-based, etc.)
- Number of vendors offering consumer IAM solutions and their market share.
3 Growth Trends
- Increasing deployment of cloud-based IAM solutions
- Growing need for advanced security solutions in various sectors
- Adoption of advanced technologies like biometric authentication, AI in IAM solutions
- Rising demand for IAM solutions owing to increase in cyber threats
- Increasing investment in R&D for innovative IAM solution development
- Strategic collaborations and partnerships amongst major players for product enhancement.
Secondary Research
Our secondary research forms the foundation of market understanding and scope definition. We collect and analyze information from multiple reliable sources to map the overall ecosystem of the Consumer Identity and Access Management (IAM) Market. Key inputs include:
Company-Level Information
- Annual reports, investor presentations, SEC filings
- Company press releases and product launch announcements
- Public executive interviews and earnings calls
- Strategy briefings and M&A updates
Industry and Government Sources
- Country-level industry associations and trade bodies
- Government dossiers, policy frameworks, and official releases
- Whitepapers, working papers, and public R&D initiatives
- Relevant Associations for the Consumer Identity and Access Management (IAM) Market
Market Intelligence Sources
- Broker reports and financial analyst coverage
- Paid databases (Hoovers, Factiva, Refinitiv, Reuters, Statista, etc.)
- Import/export trade data and tariff databases
- Sector-specific journals, magazines, and news portals
Macro & Consumer Insights
- Global macroeconomic indicators and their cascading effect on the industry
- Demand–supply outlook and value chain analysis
- Consumer behaviour, adoption rates, and commercialization trends
Primary Research
To validate and enrich our secondary findings, we conduct extensive primary research with industry stakeholders across the value chain. This ensures we capture both qualitative insights and quantitative validation. Our primary research includes:
Expert Insights & KOL Engagements
- Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagements
- Structured interviews with executives, product managers, and domain experts
- Paid and barter-based interviews across manufacturers, distributors, and end-users
Focused Discussions & Panels
- Discussions with stakeholders to validate demand-supply gaps
- Group discussions on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and adoption barriers
Data Validation & Business POV
- Cross-verification of market sizing and forecasts with industry insiders
- Capturing business perspectives on growth opportunities and restraints
Data Triangulation & Forecasting
The final step of our research involves data triangulation ensuring accuracy through cross-verification of:
- Demand-side analysis (consumption patterns, adoption trends, customer spending)
- Supply-side analysis (production, capacity, distribution, and market availability)
- Macroeconomic & microeconomic impact factors
Forecasting is carried out using proprietary models that combine:
- Time-series analysis
- Regression and correlation studies
- Baseline modeling
- Expert validation at each stage
Outcome
The outcome is a comprehensive and validated market model that captures:
- Market sizing (historical, current, forecast)
- Growth drivers and restraints
- Opportunity mapping and investment hotspots
- Competitive positioning and strategic insights