January 2026 monthly summary for Palo Alto Networks Terraform AWS SWFW modules focused on stability, performance, and cost efficiency improvements. Achievements include upgrading AWS provider constraints to 5.17+ across modules and switching VM-Series default EBS volume from gp2 to gp3, delivering improved compatibility, performance, and reduced costs. Commits illustrating changes: 2a03a83ffe578d952551510bf7b6be146f8b8a0d (fix(modules): Updating aws terraform provider constraints (#165)) and 5a1d800fcec61d5437258e75270410ccff559365 (feat(examples): Update default EBS volume type to gp3 (#168)).

2025-11 Monthly Summary (PaloAltoNetworks/terraform-aws-swfw-modules): Delivered VM-Series AWS EBS gp3 volume type support in Terraform configurations. Introduced a new variable to enable gp3 for VM-Series volumes, aligning with cost optimization and performance tuning goals. No major bugs fixed this month. Maintained adherence to IaC best practices, modular design, and AWS integration. Business impact includes greater storage flexibility, potential cost savings, and streamlined deployment workflows for VM-Series environments.