Azure Resources for Boltrics 3PL Dynamics
This document outlines the Azure resources required for deploying Boltrics 3PL Dynamics. The setup includes:
- An Azure Storage Account for managing documents and images.
- An Azure Relay Hybrid Connection for secure communication between Business Central and the Boltrics OnPrem Agent.
1. Azure Storage Account
The Azure Storage Account stores documents and images outside of the Business Central database. This helps optimize database performance and provides scalable storage.
Configuration:
- Resource Type: Storage Account
- Replication: Locally Redundant Storage (LRS)
- Performance: Standard
- Access Tier: Hot (for frequently accessed data)
Purpose:
- Store PDF documents and images outside of Business Central.
- Reduce storage load on Business Central for better performance.
- Provide secure and scalable cloud storage for document management.
- Enable easy retrieval and access to files when needed.
2. Azure Relay Hybrid Connection
The Azure Relay Hybrid Connection allows secure communication between Business Central and the OnPrem Agent without requiring VPNs or complex network configurations.
Configuration:
- Resource Type: Azure Relay (Hybrid Connection)
- Relay Type: Hybrid Connection
- Security: Shared Access Policy (SAS authentication) for Listen and Send, or Managed Identity for secure access.
Purpose:
- Ensure secure and efficient communication between Business Central and the Boltrics OnPrem Agent.
- Enable seamless interaction between cloud-based and on-premise systems.
- Simplify integration without complex network setups.
Connection Details:
- The Send connection string is entered in Business Central on the OnPrem Agents page.
- The Listen connection string is used during the installation of the Boltrics OnPrem Agent.
This setup ensures a secure and streamlined connection between Business Central and the on-premises infrastructure.