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The Pros and Cons of Low-Code Development Platforms
Is a low-code development platform worth the risk?
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What is a low-code platform?
A low-code development platform is a tool used by businesses to create applications and automate processes without the heavy reliance on code. Developers and non-IT employees use a visual interface, basic logic, and drag-and-drop capabilities to create fully functional business applications.
Benefits of implementing low-code
Companies can get several benefits from using a low-code platform, from bringing in business users into the development process to increasing the speed of development
The perils of missing out on low-code
Slow app development cycles
IT departments are always overwhelmed with requests. They also have to troubleshoot problems, maintain infrastructure, and create solutions. Not implementing low-code can prolong app development cycles.
![Slow app development](https://kissflow.com/hubfs/Slow app.png)
Shadow IT thrives
Shadow IT is dangerous because using unauthorized devices and software without IT's approval carries several risks such as non-compliance, data loss, and system inefficiencies. Without low-code, shadow IT prevails.
![Shadow IT Thrives](https://kissflow.com/hubfs/Shadow IT Thrives.png)
No collaboration
Collaboration is an important aspect of app development. Without low-code, it can be difficult to enable cross-functional communication, optimize resources, keep productivity high, and control operational costs.
![No collab](https://kissflow.com/hubfs/No collab.png)
![Slow app development](https://kissflow.com/hubfs/Slow app.png)
![Shadow IT Thrives](https://kissflow.com/hubfs/Shadow IT Thrives.png)
![No collab](https://kissflow.com/hubfs/No collab.png)
What does IT gain from low-code platforms?
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Build solutions fast
Enterprise-grade low-code speeds up time to market for digital products. Team members can actively participate in application design and build solutions faster than the competition.
![Automate processes](https://kissflow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Automate.png?width=196&height=197&name=Automate.png)
Automate processes
Automation reduces time, effort, and cost. It reduces manual errors and gives a business more time to focus on its primary objectives. Automation makes for high-quality results because each task is performed identically.
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Rapid iterations
Developers can quickly iterate and edit existing processes to meet changing business needs. Testing facilities can also be used to ensure processes run successfully.
![Build solutions fast](https://kissflow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Build.png?width=188&height=189&name=Build.png)
Build solutions fast
Enterprise-grade low-code speeds up time to market for digital products. Team members can actively participate in application design and build solutions faster than the competition.
![Automate processes](https://kissflow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Automate.png?width=196&height=197&name=Automate.png)
Automate processes
Automation reduces time, effort, and cost. It reduces manual errors and gives a business more time to focus on its primary objectives. Automation makes for high-quality results because each task is performed identically.
![Rapid iterations](https://kissflow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rapid iteration.png?width=198&height=199&name=Rapid%20iteration.png)
Rapid iterations
Developers can quickly iterate and edit existing processes to meet changing business needs. Testing facilities can also be used to ensure processes run successfully.
Who benefits from low-code?
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80%
of enterprises will have policies in place for citizen developers by 2024.
41%
of respondents had implemented citizen development, while 20% were in the process of developing or evaluating initiatives.
65%
of all app development will be built with low-code application builders by 2024.
41%
of employees outside of IT customize or build data or technology solutions on average.
Kissflow low-code platform empowers IT
![Expedite](https://kissflow.com/hubfs/Expedite.png)
Expedite app development
![Optimize](https://kissflow.com/hubfs/Optimize.png)
Optimize workflows
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Enable collaboration
![Enable citizen](https://kissflow.com/hubfs/Enable citizen.png)
Enable citizen development
![Boost](https://kissflow.com/hubfs/Boost.png)
Boost productivity
![Sharpen](https://kissflow.com/hubfs/Sharpen.png)
Sharpen analytics and reporting
Here’s what our customers are saying
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“The beauty of Kissflow is how quick and easy it is to create the apps I need. It'so user-friendly that I made exactly what I needed in 30 minutes.”
Oliver Umehara
IT Manager
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“This is so easy, even my mom could do this.' It was extremely intuitive and straightforward. The watermark was, 'I don't need to call IT to do this. I can do it myself.”
Renee Villarreal
Senior IT Manager
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“With Kissflow, I got used to developing processes very fast and the support given was very helpful.”
Griselda Juve
Purchaser