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Low-code development platforms have major implications for the digital workplace. The platforms are seeing an uptick in interest driven by an increased demand for software solutions, a shortage of skilled developers and by the restrictions forced by the last year of working from home.
Low-code takes a visual approach to software development, abstracting and automating every step of the application lifecycle to allow employees with little to no software developing experience to rapidly create a variety of software solutions.
Analyst Firms Are Bullish on Low-Code Outlook
In a recent advisory paper, KPMG stated it sees low-code as the future of application development and automation. Low-code platforms, the paper reads, can dramatically speed creation of sophisticated enterprise-class applications that incorporate complex business logic, automate workflow and case management activities as well as integrate with existing information systems. Moving forward it also sees low code filling in gaps in the enterprise stack that will: