What is Amazon WorkMail?
Amazon WorkMail is a secure, managed email and calendar service for businesses. The service is compatible with Microsoft Outlook and other standard email clients. All data is stored encrypted and remains in the chosen AWS region.
Core Features
- Email: Full-featured email with 50 GB storage per user
- Calendar: Appointments, invitations, and resource booking
- Contacts: Central address book with sharing capability
- Mobile Access: ActiveSync support for all devices
- Security: Encryption at rest and in transit, Data Loss Prevention
Typical Use Cases
Email Migration: Companies migrate from on-premises Exchange or other email systems to WorkMail. The transition occurs without disrupting operations.
GDPR Compliance: European companies use WorkMail for email with guaranteed EU data residency. All emails remain in the chosen European region.
Security Requirements: Industries with high security requirements benefit from automatic encryption, audit logs, and integration with AWS KMS for your own keys.
Benefits
- Fully managed, no email servers to operate
- Seamless integration with existing Outlook installations
- Flexible per-user pricing without long-term contracts
- Integration with AWS Directory Service and Active Directory
Integration with innFactory
As an AWS Reseller, innFactory supports you with Amazon WorkMail: email migration, domain configuration, directory integration, and security policy setup.
Typical Use Cases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WorkMail compatible with Outlook?
Yes, WorkMail supports Microsoft Outlook via native integration. Users can use Outlook as usual. Email, calendar, and contacts are seamlessly synchronized.
Can I use my existing domain?
Yes, you can use your own domain with WorkMail. WorkMail supports multiple domains per organization and provides assistance with DNS configuration.
How much storage does WorkMail offer?
Each user receives 50 GB of mailbox storage. This storage is shared for emails, calendar, and contacts.
Does WorkMail support mobile devices?
Yes, WorkMail supports all common mobile clients via ActiveSync. iOS Mail, Android, and Outlook Mobile work without additional configuration.