A Solution Architecture Document explains how your solution works and helps Salesforce security reviewers understand its structure, components, and functionality. This document is a required part of the Security Review submission and should provide clear insights into your app’s architecture and usage. Providing detailed documentation helps ensure a smoother and faster review process.
You can include one or more of the following in your Solution Architecture Document:
1. User Guide or Written Instructions:
Explain how to install, configure, and use your solution.
Provide step-by-step workflows for key features.
Include screenshots to illustrate processes.
2. System Architecture Diagram:
Visualize how different components interact (e.g., Salesforce, external endpoints, databases).
Show data flows, integrations, and security controls.
Use standard symbols for clarity (e.g., API calls, webhooks, authentication layers).
Choose the format that best explains your solution. For some apps, a diagram may be more effective, while others may benefit from detailed user instructions. Including both can provide a comprehensive understanding and help the Salesforce security team evaluate your solution quickly and accurately.
