Low-code app creation: from idea to successful app

In today's digital world, a mobile app is a powerful tool to take your business to the next level. At PlatformVisions, we understand that an app is more than just a piece of software; it is an essential part of business strategy. That's why we guide you from the initial idea to app launch and maintenance. Read on to discover how we can turn your vision into a successful app.

The benefits of having an app made

When you have a low-code app created, it brings numerous benefits to your organization. Below are a few examples.

Direct communication with customers

An app provides your customers or suppliers with a platform where they can interact with your brand in an interactive way. Think of viewing a product catalog, making purchases or receiving customer service. A low-code app makes this easier and more engaging.

Improved visibility and branding

With a low-code app published in the various app stores, you ensure that your brand is constantly visible on the smartphones of your customers or suppliers. This contributes to brand recognition and reminds customers that your amount is just a tap away.

Functionalities

A well-functioning native app can include various functionalities to give your customers or suppliers the best possible experience. We at PlatformVisions provide the right functionalities to ensure the app meets all your needs.

Scan

Let your users scan documents, receipts or barcodes with an integrated scanning function.

Offline mode

Get access to all the necessary data and use the app even when there is no internet available.

Push notifications

Keep your users informed about new products, offers or news via push notifications.

Appstores

Launch your app through the various app stores such as Apple and Android or go for a PWA.

Geolocation

Personalize offers and content using your users' location and increase your sales.

Safety

Manage different roles for your users and give each role its own rights and functionalities.

Smart apps for work anywhere

You can use a native app for all sorts of things, below are some examples

Field sales
Inventory Management
My account environment

How we develop an app

At PlatformVisions, we follow a structured and transparent approach to developing your app. In doing so, we follow the following steps:

New application

We want to automate process x and give our customers more insight into...

New request

Employees ask for a feature or application to be built. This can create new capabilities or replace repetitive processes. 

Analysis of current processes

We start with a thorough analysis of the current processes. This allows us to get a clear picture of the current situation and the challenges you face.

On/offline meeting

Let's talk about current processes, user stories and where the pitfalls are.

Proposed process

We set up process x as follows that will allow you to make these optimization steps

Designing the solution

Based on the analysis, we design a solution tailored to your specific needs. In doing so, we take into account the business objectives and ensure that the solution fits seamlessly with existing systems and processes. In addition, we edit real-time mock-ups and quickly arrive at the appropriate interfaces.

Implementation of the solution

After designing the solution, we implement it in your business environment. We ensure that the solution fits seamlessly with existing systems and that it meets specific needs.

Agreed

Function accepted and implemented

New application

Can we add a new feature to the developed application the we created

Monitoring and maintenance

We continuously monitor the performance of the new solution and perform maintenance to ensure that it continues to work optimally. This allows us to proactively resolve any problems before they become critical.

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Why choose Retool?

At PlatformVisions, we use Retool to develop your app quickly and efficiently, while ensuring that it meets all specific needs and requirements. Our team of experts work closely together to create a portal that is not only functional and user-friendly, but also future-proof.

Retool is a powerful development platform that allows companies to quickly and efficiently build internal tools and customer-facing portals. The platform provides a visual interface that allows applications to be created without in-depth knowledge of coding. Retool integrates seamlessly with various data sources and APIs, making it a versatile solution for customer portal development. You immediately benefit from its flexibility and speed with Retool.

Flexibility

With Retool, we can easily make changes and updates, often where you are sitting, without extensive development processes. This makes it easy to adapt a customer portal to changing business needs and customer expectations.

App store deployment

Launching your app through one of the well-known app stores is easy through Retool Mobile's streamlined process. This saves complex and time-consuming steps normally associated with publishing an app in one of the app stores.

Speed

One of Retool's biggest advantages is the speed with which applications can be developed. Where custom development can take months, with Retool a customer portal can be realized in a few days because Retool uses pre-developed components and an intuitive drag-and-drop interface.

Integrations

Retool offers standard integration capabilities with a wide range of software packages, APIs and databases. This means that your customer portal can communicate seamlessly with the existing systems within your company, without the need for complex and time-consuming integration work.

SQL Server

Microsoft SQL Server is a relational database management system.

Stripe

Stripe is a collection of payment APIs that enables online businesses to process transactions.

OpenAI

OpenAI is an artificial intelligence research organization focused on developing and advancing AI technologies that prioritize security, human benefits and broad accessibility.

Exact Online

Exact Online is a cloud-based software solution for accounting, business management and ERP.

Salesforce

Salesforce is a leading CRM system.

Slack

Slack is a platform for team communication with chat rooms by topic.

Jira

Jira is a ticket tracking tool for agile development.

Firebase

Firebase provides real-time database and back-end as a service

Datadog

Datadog is a monitoring service for cloud-scale applications.

REST API

REST is a methodology for developing API endpoints.

PostgreSQL

PostgreSQL is an open-source relational database management system.

AWS

We work with any AWS service.

GraphSql

GraphQL is a query language for searching across multiple APIs.

MySQL

MySQL is an open-source relational database management system.

GitHub

GitHub offers a managed hosting solution for version control with Git

Shopify

Shopify helps entrepreneurs create and manage e-commerce websites.

Google Sheets

Google Sheets lets users create and collaboratively manage documents.

Frequently asked questions about apps

With Retool, you can build an app up to 5x faster at a fraction of the cost. Plus, it's flexible and easily customizable, which comes in handy as your business grows or changes.

Costs depend on functionalities and complexity, but Retool makes app development significantly cheaper than traditional methods. Contact us for a free quote.

Thanks to Retool's low-code functionalities, we can often deliver a fully working app within a few weeks, depending on the complexity of your requirements.

Yes, Retool makes it easy to link your app to existing systems such as your CRM, ERP, or database. This ensures seamless data transfer and efficiency.

Absolutely! Retool is flexible and scalable, which means we can easily add new features as your needs change.

Yes, we can develop apps for internal processes, such as project management, time tracking, or inventory management. This increases efficiency within your team.

Need an app?

Get an app created by PlatformVisions and give your customers the ultimate experience. Contact us today for a free consultation and find out how we can help you grow with a custom app developed using Retool.

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