Are you looking for ways to building new business applications or to modernise old software? You are not alone here. There is a big demand for applications that can be made quickly and efficiently. The ServiceNow’s Low Code App Development platform is a symbol of inventiveness in this area by combining ease with strength. This paper will delve into the fundamental elements of Low Code App Development using ServiceNow. I am going to expounding on the best practices, obstacles and hidden features that may speed up and enhance your Low-Code apps on the Now Platform for your organisation.
ServiceNow’s low-code platform is not just about ease of development; it’s about tangible outcomes. For instance, FICO reported a 75% reduction in development time using these low-code tools, illustrating the platform’s potential to dramatically accelerate project timelines [47].
An example of an enterprise-level app developed using ServiceNow’s low-code platform is a “Job Application” tool. This tool could integrate various workflows, manage applicants, track progress, and provide analytics – all customized to the specific needs of the organization, demonstrating the platform’s adaptability and efficiency.
When we talk about creating an app, it’s like going on a journey through six distinct yet interconnected stages. It all starts with ideation and planning. Think of this as the brainstorming phase where we figure out what we want our app to do, setting clear goals and laying out a roadmap to achieve them.
Next, we dive into designing. This is the creative part where we sketch out the app’s look and feel, decide on the programming languages, and plan for its security features. It’s all about making sure the app is not only functional but also user-friendly and safe.
Once we have a solid plan and design, we move on to development. This is where things get real – coding begins, and our app starts to take shape. It’s a process of bringing our blueprints to life, often involving a lot of coding and problem-solving to get everything working just right.
But we’re not done yet. Before the app can go live, it needs to be tested. This is a critical phase where we check everything over and over to ensure there are no bugs and that the app runs smoothly. It’s like a final quality check to make sure everything we built works as intended.
Then comes deployment. This is the exciting part where our app finally goes out into the world. We carefully move the app from our testing environment to the real world, making sure the transition is seamless and that users get the best experience from the get-go.
Last but not least, there’s maintenance and support. Once the app is out there, we need to keep it running smoothly. This means fixing any issues that pop up, updating it regularly, and making sure it stays relevant and secure for its users. It’s an ongoing process to ensure the app continues to meet the needs of its users.
And there you have it – the journey of app development, from a mere idea to a fully functioning app that people use every day. Each stage is crucial, building on the last, to create an app that’s not only functional but also engaging and reliable.
Ideation and Planning:
Designing:
Development:
Testing:
Deployment:
Maintenance and Support:
Security and Role Management:
Leveraging Update Sets:
ServiceNow’s Low Code App Development platform offers a unique blend of simplicity, power, and flexibility, making it an indispensable tool in the modern enterprise technology stack. Have you experienced the transformational impact of low-code development in your organisation? Share your experiences or thoughts on how low-code platforms like ServiceNow are shaping the future of enterprise app development.
To want to learn more about the Low Code applications on ServiceNow or get a well-defined MVP, visit our ServiceNow App Engine offering. We provide low code starter kits that will definitely fit your need regardless of your industry and size. Our Product Journey Approach helps you to predict the expected timeline and the outcomes. It helps envisioning the product or the application, design the concept and implement the first MVP within a reasonable timeframe.
Kostya Bazanov, Managing Director, May 24, 2024
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