AWS Well Architectured Framework Review(WAFR)
SupportSages, your AWS Advanced Tier Services partner, We guide you on the journey to architectural excellence through our AWS Well-Architected Framework Review
Have your AWS infrastructure reviewed by our AWS solution architects. Enjoy a zero-cost evaluation, and also benefit from AWS funding programs.
About AWS WAFRÂ 
 WAFR
The framework empowers organizations to enhance the quality, security, reliability and performance efficiency of their cloud infrastructure and applications. Think of it as your essential guide, laying the foundation for creating, deploying, and maintaining a secure, high-performing, resilient, and cost-effective AWS cloud environment.
Operational Excellence
Enhance operations by enabling observability, streamlined workflows, and continuous process improvement.
Reliability
Design systems that recover quickly, scale seamlessly, and operate consistently under varying conditions.
Cost Optimization
Maximize value by eliminating waste, choosing the right resources, and scaling to meet demand.
Performance Efficiency
Leverage the latest technologies to deliver optimal performance with minimal resource overhead.
Security
Protect systems and data through layered security, least privilege access, and proactive risk management.
Sustainability
Reduce environmental impact by optimizing resource usage and adopting energy-efficient architectures
Why Conduct a
Well-Architected Framework Review?
01Cost Saving
02Alignment with Best Practices
03Improved Security
04Customer Trust & Reputation
05Enhanced Resilience
06Better Performance
What we do
Initial Review
Identify the workload to document. Then answer a series of questions about your architecture against the six pillars established by the Well-Architected Framework Review.
Cloud Architect
Account Executive
Your Project Team
30 MinutesWell-Architected Framework Review
Use the AWS Well-Architected tool to evaluate and assess your current solutions, and then we'll help you architect new innovative products and services. We talk directly to people involved with maintaining and developing your current environment to get a 360-degree view of your process
Cloud ArchitectYour Project Team6 HoursFindings Evaluation
We will present our findings and reports, which includes what parts of your environment is well-architected, needs improvement, and have critical issues. We will also work collaboratively to create a prioritized plan to remediate 45% of the critical findings from the Well-Architected Review.
Cloud ArchitectYour Project Team60 MinutesRemediation Meeting
During this session, our Solutions Architect will tackle and resolve identified issues, providing hands-on implementation of remedies for selected High-Risk Items (HRIs). Opt for our Solutions Architect to guide your team through live remediation or instruct your team on implementing the solutions
Cloud ArchitectYour Project Team02 HoursFunding Application
As we conclude your Well-Architected Review, we'll review the implemented remedies, handle the funding submission to AWS on your behalf, and present additional funding opportunities or potential future projects for your consideration
Cloud ArchitectAccount ExecutiveYour Project Team30 MinutesBook a FREE Introductory call with us!
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AWS WAFR: all your questions answered
What are the benefits of a Well-Architected Framework Review (WAFR)
A Well-Architected Framework Review (WAFR) ensures your cloud infrastructure aligns with best practices, optimizing performance, reliability, security, cost-efficiency, and operational excellence. It identifies risks, improves system scalability, and offers actionable insights to achieve business goals.
Who should participate in Well-Architected Framework Review sessions?
Participating in Well-Architected Framework Review sessions helps identify architectural gaps, optimize performance, enhance security, improve cost efficiency, ensure reliability, and align your cloud strategy with industry best practices. It also provides actionable insights to drive continuous improvement and scalability.
Does the AWS review focus on any specific types of workloads?
No, the AWS Well-Architected Framework Review (WAFR) can be conducted for any type of workload, whether it's a production environment, staging, development, or testing. However, AWS offers a reward of up to $5,000 in AWS credits only for workloads running in a production environment.
While your workload may meet the eligibility criteria, please note that the credits are not guaranteed and are subject to AWS approval after their internal review.
How frequently should Well-Architect Reviews be conducted?
It is a cyclical process. Well-Architected Reviews should be conducted annually or whenever significant changes occur in your workloads, architecture, or business goals. Regular reviews ensure continuous alignment with best practices and evolving cloud requirements.
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