Scale With LEGOs

TECHNOLOGY, TRENDS, TACTICS for South African SME Leaders to Scale and Future Proof their Businesses

Today we’re bringing LEGOs into Business to experiment with new solutions quickly and affordably.

We’ll be looking at:

• Tech: No-Code Platforms
• Trend: Adoption of No-Code Development for Rapid Application Creation
• Tactic: Implementing No-Code Solutions for Business Automation

Let’s jump right in!

 

Bringing Legos to Business

No-code platforms like Bubble, Adalo, and AppSheet empower non-technical users to create sophisticated applications without writing code. Think of it as a box full of software LEGOs, giving you the structure and freedom to build specific solutions to suit your needs. This democratizes app development and allows businesses to rapidly prototype and deploy solutions. 

 

Trend #1: Rapid Reduction of App Development Time

No-Code Platforms help reduce app development time by up to 90%.

Key Takeaway: Business can significantly speed up their digital transformation processes by leveraging no-code platforms. This reduction in development time allows for quicker deployment of applications and faster iteration based on user feedback.

 

Trend #2: Mainstream Adoption in Business Applications

By 2025, 70% of new business applications will use low-code/no-code technologies.

Key Takeaway: The mainstream adoption of no-code platforms is transforming how businesses develop applications. This trend indicates a shift towards more accessible development tools that allow non-technical users to contribute to the digital innovation process.

 

Trend #3: Democratising App Development

80% of IT professionals will develop IT products and services, with over 65% using low-code/no-code tools.

Key Takeaway: Non-IT professionals can now create IT solutions, leading to a democratisation of app development and enabling business units to rapidly solve their own problems without heavy reliance on IT departments.

 

Tactic #1: Do It Yourself

Use platforms like Bubble, Adalo, and AppSheet to create custom applications tailored to your business needs.

Steps:

• Identify Key Processes: Determine which business processes can benefit from automation or enhancement.
• Learn the Platform: Utilize the extensive documentation and tutorials available on the no-code platforms.
• Develop Applications: Start by creating simple applications to automate repetitive tasks or streamline workflows.
• Iterate and Improve: Use feedback from users to continually improve and expand the applications.

Resources:

• Bubble -Academy
• Adalo -App Academy
• AppSheet -How to Create An App

 

Tactic #2: Done For You

Engage a full-service custom software development company leveraging no-code platforms, like Yobi Code, to build and maintain your applications.

Steps:

• Define Requirements: Clearly outline your automation and application development needs with Yobi Code.
• Design, Develop and Deliver: Yobi Code handles the entire development process, from initial design to deployment.
• Ongoing Support: Benefit from ongoing maintenance and updates to ensure your applications remain effective and up-to-date.