identity [English]

Syndetic Relationships

InterPARES Definition

n. ~ 1. Characteristics that distinguish one entity from another and that make them recognizable. – 2. IP2 · The whole of the characteristics of a document or a record that uniquely identify it and distinguish it from any other document or record; with integrity, a component of authenticity.

Other Definitions

  • Gartner IT Glossary (†298 s.v. "identity and access management (IAM)"): Identity and access management (IAM) is the security discipline that enables the right individuals to access the right resources at the right times for the right reasons. ¶ IAM addresses the mission-critical need to ensure appropriate access to resources across increasingly heterogeneous technology environments, and to meet increasingly rigorous compliance requirements. This security practice is a crucial undertaking for any enterprise. It is increasingly business-aligned, and it requires business skills, not just technical expertise. ¶ Enterprises that develop mature IAM capabilities can reduce their identity management costs and, more importantly, become significantly more agile in supporting new business initiatives.
  • IP2 Dictionary (†242 s.v. identity): n., The whole of the characteristics of a document or a record that uniquely identify it and distinguish it from any other document or record. With integrity, a component of authenticity. [Archives] n., The definition and status of individuals and groups in the past. Such studies include the recognition of gender, rank, status, or place within society at the individual level, but may also look more widely at the relationships between contemporary cultures and the extent to which material culture is used to signal differences between social groups. [Sciences] n., The way in which archaeological remains are widely used in order to promote and support particular views of contemporary personal, local, regional, and national identity, especially through the application of ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, the deployment of public funds, and state legislation. In this sense archaeology is an extremely powerful political tool, and has been for many generations. [Sciences] n., The characteristics determining the individuality of a being or entity; in the constitution of national identities these characteristics may be fostered by myths. [Sciences] n., Those characteristics or conditions of a thing, person, or group that remain the same amid change or that distinguish a thing, person, or group from another. [Arts] n., [Evidence]. The authenticity of a person or thing. [Government]
  • IP2 Dictionary (†242 ): n. ~ The definition and status of individuals and groups in the past. Such studies include the recognition of gender, rank, status, or place within society at the individual level, but may also look more widely at the relationships between contemporary cultures and the extent to which material culture is used to signal differences between social groups. [Sciences] n., The way in which archaeological remains are widely used in order to promote and support particular views of contemporary personal, local, regional, and national identity, especially through the application of ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, the deployment of public funds, and state legislation. In this sense archaeology is an extremely powerful political tool, and has been for many generations. [Sciences] n., The characteristics determining the individuality of a being or entity; in the constitution of national identities these characteristics may be fostered by myths. [Sciences] n., Those characteristics or conditions of a thing, person, or group that remain the same amid change or that distinguish a thing, person, or group from another. [Arts] n., [Evidence]. The authenticity of a person or thing. [Government]
  • IP2 Glossary (†386 s.v. identity): n., The whole of the characteristics of a document or a record that uniquely identify it and distinguish it from any other document or record. With integrity, a component of authenticity. [Archives - Authenticity Task Force Report , Page: 47 ]

Citations

  • CESG Identity Proofing, 2013. (†365 p. 3): Within the UK there is no official or statutory attribute or set of attributes that are used to uniquely identify individuals across Government. Neither is there a single official or statutory issued document whose primary purpose is that of identifying an individual. ¶ Without such attributes or documentation it is difficult for any person to be absolutely certain of the identity of another. This document is designed to demonstrate how a combination of the breadth of evidence provided, the strength of the evidence itself, the validation and verification processes conducted and a history of activity can provide various levels of assurance around the legitimacy of an identity. (†364)
  • CESG Identity Proofing, 2013. (†365 p. 7): A collection of attributes that uniquely define a person or organisation. The fact of being whom or what a person or thing is. (†365)
  • CESG Identity Proofing, 2013. (†365 p. 8): Identity Evidence: Information and/or documentation that is provided by the Applicant to support the Claimed Identity. Identity Evidence must, as a minimum, contain the Personal Details OR the Personal Name and photo/image of the person to whom it was issued. Identity Evidence must be current, i.e. it must not have an expiry date that is before the time of Assessment. Examples of Identity Evidence are given in Annex A (†367)
  • CNSS-4009 (†730 p.34): The set of attribute values (i.e., characteristics) by which an entity is recognizable and that, within the scope of an identity manager’s responsibility, is sufficient to distinguish that entity from any other entity. (†1731)
  • Law 2011 (†581 s.v. corporate identity): The distinctive characteristics or personality of an organization, including corporate culture, values, and philosophy as perceived by those within the organization and presented to those outside. Corporate identity is expressed through the name, symbols, and logos used by the organization, and the design of communication materials, and is a factor influencing the corporate image of an organization. The creation of a strong corporate identity also involves consistency in the organization's actions, behavior, products, and brands, and often reflects the mission statement of an organization. A positive corporate identity can promote a sense of purpose and belonging within the organization and encourage employee commitment and involvement. (†1130)