This document discusses privileged access management (PAM) and provides guidance on implementing a successful PAM program. It begins by defining privileged access and explaining why PAM is necessary due to recent data breaches involving compromised privileged accounts. The document then outlines key aspects of a PAM program including using PAM as a collaborative, process-driven service. It provides examples of PAM use cases and an adoption approach involving inventory, prioritization, and integration. Finally, it discusses challenges of PAM implementation and the importance of leadership support, policy-driven processes, and considering cloud implications.