Welcome to Introduction to FTR and the Self-Assessment
The Foundational Technical Review (FTR) is a major milestone for any ISV building on AWS. It ensures your solution meets AWS’s baseline best practices for security, reliability, and operational excellence—helping you deliver a more trustworthy product and qualify for key AWS programs.
In this module, we’ll introduce the FTR process, explain why it matters, and walk through how to begin with the self-assessment checklist to prepare for a formal review.
Why This Topic Matters
Completing the FTR is a requirement for unlocking Co-Sell Ready status, participating in AWS Marketplace programs, and progressing toward Advanced Tier and beyond. It’s also a great exercise to strengthen your product’s architecture and security posture—ensuring customer trust and AWS alignment.
AWS wants to promote solutions that meet a strong technical standard, and the FTR process helps both you and AWS validate that your product is ready for prime time.
What You’ll Learn
By the end of this module, you’ll understand:
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What the FTR is and how it fits into your AWS Partner journey
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What’s included in the self-assessment checklist
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Common pitfalls and how to avoid delays in the FTR process
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What happens after a successful review and how it impacts your APN scorecard
What’s Included
To help you get started, this module includes:
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The official FTR Self-Validation Checklist in the exercise files
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A guided breakdown of key focus areas: security, resilience, performance, and supportability
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Tips for completing the self-assessment thoroughly and accurately
Key Success Metrics
You’ve successfully completed this module when:
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You understand the FTR process and its importance for AWS alignment
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You’ve reviewed and begun filling out the self-assessment checklist
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You’re prepared to request a formal review through your AWS Partner Manager or PDM
