Connecting to AWS

When moving workflows to AWS, the first step is to determine how to best connect on-premises systems to AWS. The on-premises connections can range from simple thin clients, to entire legacy enterprise infrastructure that require many levels of authentication and user access. Minimally, we suggest that you use an Site-to-Site VPN connection to ensure a secure environment. That said, even though Site-to-Site VPN provides basic connectivity, using AWS Direct Connect can both solve security requirements and data transfer issues as well. That is, as you move data in to AWS, having a robust connection can establish a foundation for hybrid environments and allow for straightforward inbound and outbound data for the entire workflow.

Connecting to AWS

The preceding figure shows initial connectivity recommended to customers when first moving workflows. These connections are used for running workflows and data movement. Once you have a secure, robust connection to AWS you can start thinking about what data will be required to run your first workload.