# Architecture Design

WorkSpaces Manager operates within a client’s own VPC in AWS. The key components for the global setup include the following:

1. **WorkSpaces Appliance**
   * Based on Windows Server 2019 or 2022.
2. **MS-SQL Database**
   * Can run on the same Windows Instance or on RDS.
3. **Active Directory**
   * Can be on-premises or AWS Managed, but requires connectivity.
4. **CloudWatch Events and Log Access Groups**
   * For monitoring and logging.
5. **AWS Cost-Optimizer**
   * Requires IAM access to the S3 bucket where cost data is stored.
6. **WorkSpaces and/or AppStream**
   * Virtual desktop and application streaming services.
7. **AWS APIs**
   * For integration with AWS services.
8. **SMTP Relay**
   * Used for sending password reminders, reports, auto-delete functions, and general notifications.
9. **nuvens.info API**
   * To check licenses and versions.
10. **External Providers Integration**

    * Third-party services can be added (e.g., ServiceNow).Please contact your account manager at Nuvens to understand more

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