Introduction :

Amazon S3 is a cloud-based object storage service offered by Amazon Web Services (AWS). S3 is designed to store and retrieve any amount of data, from anywhere in the world. It is a highly scalable and durable storage solution that can be used to store and retrieve data of any type and size. In this case study, we will explore how Salesforce can integrate with Amazon S3 for file storage.

Problem:

Salesforce provides users with the ability to upload files, such as documents, images, and videos, to their platform. However, Salesforce’s storage capacity is limited, and businesses often find themselves running out of space quickly. This can cause problems for businesses that need to store large amounts of data, such as marketing materials, customer information, and sales reports.

To address this challenge, businesses can leverage Amazon S3’s scalable and reliable storage infrastructure to store and retrieve their Salesforce files. However, integrating Salesforce with Amazon S3 can be a complex process, requiring a deep understanding of both platforms’ capabilities and configurations.

The Before State:

• Large Files have been split into Multiple files.
• Storage cost was high.
• Potential performance issues.
• Large files can cause backups and delays in processing.

what VSPTEK Did:

• Created an Amazon S3 bucket to store their Salesforce files.
• Bucket is configured to ensure that only authorized users can access the files stored within it.
• Configured Salesforce’s Amazon S3 connector, providing the access key and Secret key, specifying the bucket name, and defining the file storage location.
• Trained business users on using the application.

After State:

• Reduced the storage cost by 40%.
• Improved upload and download time of the file along with system performance.