TL;DR: Identity orchestration unifies fragmented IAM environments by connecting identity providers, directories, access policies, and governance workflows into a single, automated control plane. The top identity orchestration tools in 2026 fall into several categories: identity orchestration engines, IAM platforms with orchestration capabilities, identity governance and lifecycle platforms, and secrets security and NHI exposure prevention. Most enterprises need an orchestration layer to unify identity flows and a secrets security layer to ensure credentials and non-human identities (NHIs) aren't compromised. Why Identity Orchestration Is a Top Priority in 2026 For context, the average enterprise manages identities across 5 to 10+ identity providers, directories, and access management systems. The result? Fragmented access policies, inconsistent lifecycle management, identity blind spots, and a sprawling attack surface.…