Introduction

This article outlines the configuration of Straatos Cloud Archive in a customer’s Azure cloud environment.

The Straatos Cloud Archive enables secure storage and retrieval of documents and metadata. Customers can choose to archive data in their own Azure environment or opt for CumulusPro to host the archive in our data centers.

• Key Components:

  • Archive Connector:

    • Connects to SQL Database, Azure AI Search, and Azure Storage.

  • Azure Key Vault:

    • Securely stores secrets and passwords.

• Document Upload & Retrieval:

  • Documents can be uploaded via the CumulusPro BPM platform (workflow) using the CumulusPro Archive Connector.

  • Documents can be retrieved through the following methods:

    • CumulusPro Web User Interface (TaskUI).

    • Secure REST API.

This documentation excludes network and application security recommendations. Follow your company’s security policies or Microsoft Azure Security frameworks. It focuses solely on component setup and configuration.

Diagram of component interaction

API Management Service is optional. Alternatively, an Application Gateway or direct access to the Web App Service can be used.