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Well-Architected Framework Review

Partner with certified AWS experts, and identify risks, strengthen reliability, and unlock cost savings with our AWS Well-Architected Framework Review.

Running workloads on AWS gives you speed and scalability, but it also brings new challenges. Many organisations struggle with:

Rising Costs: Resources that aren’t optimised can quickly increase bills.
Security Risks: Misconfigurations or outdated practices leave workloads exposed.
Performance Issues: Architectures that aren’t stress tested may fail under growth or heavy demand.
Unclear Priorities: Teams often don’t know which improvements will make the biggest impact.

A Well-Architected Framework Review helps resolve these challenges by shining a light on risks and inefficiencies, then providing a prioritised roadmap for change. Instead of guessing where to focus, you gain clear guidance backed by AWS best practices thereby helping you cut costs, strengthen security, and build a cloud environment that’s ready to grow with your business.

How does an AWS Well-Architected Framework Review work?

01

Initial Review

During this 30 minute introductory call, we will identify and prioritise what workload will be reviewed and ask questions about your current architecture as it relates to the six pillars of the Well-Architected Framework Review.

Who is involved

Our Cloud Architect
Innovative Account Executive
Your project team

Time Commitment

30 minutes

02

Well-Architected Framework Review

This 2 hour workshop is critical to a Well-Architected Framework Review. Our cloud architects will use the AWS Well-Architected tool to evaluate and assess your current architecture with input from your key stakeholders.

Who is involved

Our Cloud Architect
Your project team

Time Commitment

2 hours

03

Findings + Reports

In the 60 minute review meeting, we will present with our findings, which includes what parts of your environment is well-architected, needs improvement, and have critical risks.

Who is involved

Our Cloud Architect
Our Account Executive
Your project team

Time Commitment

60 minutes

04

Repeat as necessary

The Well-Architected Framework Review was designed as a repeatable mechanism to help you evolve your cloud practice at each stage in the process, from development to production and beyond.

What is an AWS Well-Architected Framework Review?: It’s a structured assessment, led by certified AWS Partners, that evaluates your cloud workloads against AWS best practices across six pillars: security, reliability, performance efficiency, cost optimization, operational excellence, and sustainability.
Why should I work with an AWS Partner for the review?: Partners bring deep expertise, context from other customer engagements, and hands-on support for remediation. Working with a partner also makes you eligible for AWS funding or credits to offset the cost of implementing improvements.
How long does a review take?: Most reviews can be completed in a few sessions over 1–2 weeks, depending on the complexity of your workloads. The time investment is small compared to the long-term benefits of improved security, efficiency, and scalability.
What do I get at the end of a review?: You’ll receive a detailed report highlighting risks, prioritised recommendations, and a practical roadmap for improvements. Many customers also gain AWS credits to support remediation.
Will the review affect my existing workloads?: No. The review process is non-invasive and based on guided discussions and architecture diagrams. Any remediation work is planned with you and implemented safely, without downtime.
How much does it cost?: The review itself is usually delivered at no cost through AWS’s WAFR program. If you choose to implement the recommended changes, AWS often provides service credits that can offset or fully cover the cost.
Who should consider a Well-Architected Review?: Any organisation running workloads on AWS can benefit. Whether you’re scaling rapidly, aiming to reduce costs, or improving security posture, a WAFR helps you get there faster.