# Core Capabilities Sandbox Studio provides a range of tools to make AWS sandbox account management fast, safe, and cost-effective. The table below explains the core capabilities of the platform, how it works, and the specific benefits it can bring to your teams.
**Capability****What It Does****Benefit**
**Instant Account Access**- Launch AWS sandbox accounts in seconds with all required configurations already applied. - Accounts are ready for use immediately without any manual setup. - Start projects right away without waiting for environments to be built. - Enable rapid experimentation, testing, or proof-of-concept work.
**Stay on Budget**- Define spending limits for each account so costs are controlled automatically. - Receive alerts in real time before spending thresholds are exceeded. - Prevent budget overruns before they happen. - Keep sandbox activity predictable and aligned with financial goals.
**Simplified Account Cleanup**- Automatically remove all deployed resources when an account reaches its budget or time limit. - Reset the account back to a clean, ready-to-use state. - Reduce manual cleanup effort and free up team time. - Ensure accounts are always safe to reuse for the next activity.
**Built-in Security**- Apply service control policies (SCPs) to restrict services, regions, or actions. - Configure IAM permissions automatically for each sandbox account. - Enforce security and compliance rules without manual setup. - Reduce the risk of unauthorised access or unsafe configurations.
**Flexible Permissions**- Assign role-based IAM permissions tailored to each account type. - Limit user access to only the resources and actions they need. - Prevent accidental or unwanted changes to environments. - Match account access precisely to each team member’s responsibilities.
**Ready-to-Launch Environments**- Pre-provision AWS accounts with infrastructure for specific events or learning activities. - Perfect for hackathons, training workshops, and tutorials. - Eliminate setup delays before events begin. - Provide a consistent, ready-made environment for participants.
**Controlled Access**- Allow managers to oversee and manage specific accounts or groups. - Define permissions in detail to control exactly who can do what. - Maintain a clear hierarchy of control across accounts. - Balance flexibility with governance requirements.
**Easy Management**- Manage all sandbox accounts from a single, centralised dashboard. - Interface is designed to be simple for both technical and non-technical users. - Give all team members the ability to manage sandboxes confidently. - Reduce reliance on technical specialists for basic account tasks.