By Joe Stangarone
2. What kinds of apps will you be building?
As I touched on above, not all low-code platforms are created equal. Some have a very specific focus, while others let you create a wide variety of enterprise applications.
“Different low-code tools have different specialties,” says Jason Bloomberg, President, Intellyx. “Some are best at building mobile apps. Others focus on workflow-centric applications, while a third category centers on data-related problems. You should understand the problems your apps will address before selecting the right tool.”
One tip: Look past your current project/need when selecting a tool. Sure, you might need mobile app development now, so a mobile-focused tool would make sense. But, what happens when you need workflow applications or reports? What if you need BI and dashboard applications? Do you go buy another tool? In my experience, software that can solve multiple challenges makes for a far better long-term investment.
