Access requests are a crucial part of any business, allowing employees to request permission to use specific tools or systems. However, if not managed properly, access requests can lead to identity security risks like data leaks or unauthorized access. Effective access request management ensures that the right people have the right access at the right time, without unnecessary delays or excessive permissions that could lead to breaches. A well-organized process helps businesses stay secure, cut costs, and work more efficiently, while also reducing regulatory compliance issues, minimizing the risk of data leaks, insider threats, permission sprawl, and other security risks. Automating the access request workflow speeds things up, cuts down on errors, and reduces workload for IT teams. Implementing role-based access control and a least-privilege policy helps prevent too much access from being given out, while regularly reviewing access activity across the organization catches outdated or unnecessary permissions. Veza's Access Platform simplifies this process by giving users a complete view of who has access to what, transforming how you manage and secure access with powerful tools to spot risks and streamline compliance.