HEMA Implements BloodHound Enterprise for Identity Security

This case study details how HEMA, a prominent Dutch retailer, enhanced its identity security by adopting BloodHound Enterprise. With over 19,000 employees and a presence in five European countries, HEMA recognizes the complexities of securing its diverse environments, including stores, distribution centers, and corporate offices. The Chief Information Security Officer, Hugo van den Toorn, emphasized the need for a comprehensive view of identity security beyond routine penetration tests. The evaluation and licensing of BloodHound Enterprise were completed in under two months, providing unprecedented visibility into their Active Directory and Entra ID environments. The solution offers clear remediation guidance, enabling IT operations teams to swiftly address risks associated with lateral movement and privilege escalation. BloodHound Enterprise's capabilities include continuous visibility of attack paths, real-time data collection, and empirical measurements of security posture improvements, thereby allowing HEMA to effectively manage identity risks across its operations.