New low-code and no-code (LC/NC) tools make it possible to quickly create custom apps designed to tackle the unique challenges of your business. If you haven’t seen these tools in action, it can be difficult to fully understand the time and cost savings they provide. The example below shows what’s possible for one challenge with an outdated vendor contract management system, and you can see additional examples from a variety of industries. If you’d like to explore how these tools can help with your specific business, please share one of your own challenges below
Challenge
A company’s vendor contract management system was built over 20 years ago using desktop database software. The system has become slower over the years as more contracts are added, and the risk of breaking the system prevents anyone from making updates. Additionally, the system is only accessible from one computer in the office, forcing employees to come in just to use it. Satellite offices can’t access it at all, so they have to call the main office for information, which is then emailed to them. This process causes significant delays, with staff often waiting through coffee or lunch breaks just to retrieve basic information. Meanwhile, admin staff waste a lot of time searching for contract details, preventing them from focusing on other important tasks.
Solution
A new LC/NC app could replace the outdated desktop system by moving the entire operation to the cloud. This would allow employees to access the system from anywhere, including from their phones. User accounts and permissions would ensure that only authorized personnel can view or modify contracts. The new app could start by replicating the basic functionality of the current system, such as contract searches and forms, and be enhanced over time based on feedback and team preferences. Existing contract data would be imported into a modern, optimized database to resolve the performance issues.
Benefits
With the new system, employees at both the main office and satellite locations can instantly run their own searches, no longer needing to wait for someone else to provide the information. Admin staff are now free to focus on other projects, saving an estimated 10 hours per week previously spent on search requests. The faster access to contract information also ensures that contracts are renewed on time, which could save the company thousands annually by retaining preferred vendor pricing and avoiding disruptions in service.
Let’s Solve Your Challenge
Curious about what a Low-code / No-code (LC/NC) solution can do for your business? Explore the steps involved in creating an app on the how it works page. Then, request a free, no-obligation solution analysis, just like the ones shown on the examples page, using the form below.