Before diving into the details of your architecture, use the template to review the pillars of a well-architected AWS framework. The framework helps guide your thinking and decisions as you build your AWS infrastructure and develop goals. Once you decide how your AWS services should work together, list the changes you plan to make and explain how each change helps achieve your goals.

Now that you know where you’re going, you’re ready to map out your AWS architecture. Whether you’re simply hosting websites or developing complex applications, a well-designed AWS architecture diagram helps your team understand how to launch and manage your company’s products. First, use the template to install a diagramming app like the Lucidchart diagram connector for Confluence. After you design your architecture, embed it into the page and share it with your team prior to deployment.

Once your AWS diagram is designed and reviewed by your team, use the template to prepare for deployment and follow up on next steps. Start by identifying your deployment region and insert REST API details into the template. Then list SLAs and add links to new Jira tickets. You can also use the template to assign project owners and due dates.