Summary

In this last chapter, we have taken a systematic approach to assessing different pillars of the WAF. The assessment was conducted based on a questionnaire and a reference architecture. Throughout this chapter, we have delved into the depths of the WAF, examined the principles of each pillar, and contemplated the process of assessment. We started the chapter with an introduction to the assessment tool and reference architecture. The steps to be followed are common for all pillars when we are assessing them using the provided questionnaires, and later, specific steps are provided for each pillar. Each pillar has relevant questions and recommendations based on its reference architecture; depending on your environment, you need to apply the principles of each pillar.

As we turn the final pages of this book, let the principles of the WAF resonate in your mind and help you assess your workloads. May this book serve as a lens and compass to evaluate your workloads and implement...