Outcome-driven n8n implementation: simple architecture, baseline security, and operational maintenance.
Self-hosted vs managed
| Mode | Benefit | Constraint |
|---|---|---|
| Self-hosted | Full control | In-house maintenance |
| Managed | Faster time-to-value | Vendor dependency |
Single-tenant vs multi-tenant
- Single-tenant: stronger isolation.
- Multi-tenant: lower cost, stronger governance needed.
Baseline security checklist
- Access and role management.
- Execution logging.
- Backups and recovery.
- Secrets/API key handling.
Related pages: Security & governance, AI workflow optimization.
