How Trustero Helps

Questionnaire Automation works great with complicated security reviews like the AWS Foundational Tech Review. Using Trustero will significantly reduce the workload and response time.

How Questionnaire Automation Works:
Trustero ingests GRC data and quickly generates accurate answers to recurring security and compliance questions. By eliminating repetitive manual effort, Trustero ensures consistency, speeds up the process, and lets teams focus on customer relationships rather than paperwork.

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What is the Amazon FTR and Why Does It Matter?

The Amazon Foundational Technical Review (FTR) is a process designed by Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help AWS Partners ensure their software solutions meet best practices for security, reliability, and operational excellence. It serves as a lightweight compliance check, helping SaaS companies and software vendors align with AWS architecture guidelines and improve their product’s cloud readiness.

Why is the Amazon FTR Important?

For companies building solutions on AWS, passing the FTR is more than just a badge of approval. It provides:
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1. Increased credibility with customers and AWS itself.
2. Potential access to AWS partner funding programs (e.g., co-marketing and co-selling opportunities).
3. Improved security and operational best practices to reduce risks and downtime.
4. Listing eligibility in AWS Partner programs, making it easier to gain visibility in the AWS ecosystem.

What’s Included in the Review?

The FTR assesses key aspects of your solution, including:
✅ Security: Are you following encryption, IAM, and data protection best practices?
✅ Reliability: Is your architecture designed for failover and redundancy?
✅ Operational Excellence: Are you monitoring and automating key workloads?

AWS provides a self-service checklist, but many companies work with an AWS Partner Solutions Architect to review their application and resolve any gaps before submitting.

How to Prepare for the Amazon FTR
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1. Review AWS Well-Architected Framework – Ensure your application aligns with AWS’s best practices
2. Address Compliance Gaps – Implement security, backup, and monitoring improvements where needed.
3. Engage with AWS – Work with an AWS Partner Manager or Solutions Architect for guidance.
4. Submit for Review – Once confident, submit your application for an FTR assessment.

Final Thoughts

Passing the Amazon FTR can be a game-changer for SaaS companies looking to grow within the AWS ecosystem. It’s not just about compliance—it’s about ensuring your solution is built to scale, secure, and ready for enterprise customers. Use Trustero Questionnaire Automation to get it done quickly and accurately so you can keep the AWS Marketplace process moving!

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