Low Down on Low-Code

Scott Francis, co-founder, former CEO and current board member of BP3 joins Low Down on Low-Code to discuss the critical role services firms play in driving value from DPA and low-code programs. Scott has spent his career in high-tech and the majority has been focused on helping organizations embrace and drive process optimization. He joins Francis Carden and Rob Koplowitz for a great conversation on the emerging AI landscape and how it will shift the low-code value proposition, new ways to think of legacy application modernization and a host of other topics. 

In this episode of Lowdown on Low-Code, Rob Koplowitz and Ryan Duguid engage with Laura Rodriguez, an IBM Master Inventor, to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and design in application development. They discuss the evolving role of AI in user experience, the importance of collaboration between product, design, and engineering, and the future implications of AI in low-code development. The conversation also touches on the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, as well as its potential impact on board games and user interaction.TakeawaysAI fluency is essential for modern design practices.Collaboration between product, design, and engineering is crucial.Healthy working relationships foster innovation.AI can democratize app creation for non-professionals.User experience design is evolving with AI capabilities.Expectations around AI need to be managed carefully.The future of user experience will be more fluid and intuitive.AI can enhance traditional board games with immersive experiences.Understanding AI's limitations is key to effective use.The role of a master inventor involves mentoring and innovation.Timestamps00:00 - Introduction to Low-Code and AI in Design05:00 - Laura Rodriguez: Journey to Master Inventor06:23 - The Role of a Master Inventor at IBM08:17 - Collaboration Between Product, Design, and Engineering13:19 - AI's Impact on Design and User Experience20:23 - Future of User Experience with AI26:59 - Navigating Risks in AI Development31:00 - AI as a Co-Pilot in Low-Code Development36:12 - The Intersection of Board Games and Technology

In this episode of Lowdown on Lowcode, hosts Francis Carden and Rob Koplowitz engage with Alan Trefler, Founder & CEO of Pegasystems, discussing the evolution and significance of low code and no code development. They explore Alan's journey into technology, the importance of modeling in software development, and the challenges posed by legacy systems. The conversation highlights the role of AI in modernizing applications and introduces Pega's innovative Launchpad, which aims to simplify application development for a broader range of users.Takeaways• Low code is gaining traction due to frustrations with legacy systems.• Model-driven development is key to effective software solutions.• AI is transforming how applications are built and managed.• Pega's approach focuses on creating models rather than writing code.• The transition to low code requires cultural change within organizations.• Blueprint allows users to visualize and create applications easily.• Legacy systems create significant technical debt that needs addressing.• Pega Cloud simplifies operational complexity for businesses.• The Launchpad offers a new way for ISVs to build applications.• Generative AI enhances the development process by providing best practices.

In this episode of Lowdown on Low-code, John Rymer and Rob Koplowitz discuss the evolution and impact of low code in the DACH region with Markus Bernhardt. They explore the formation of the Low-Code Association, the role of SAP in promoting low code, cultural factors influencing its adoption, and the significance of citizen development. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by smaller firms and the public sector in implementing low code solutions, as well as the emerging trends in AI and its integration with low code technologies.TakeawaysLow code is a journey that requires organizational change.SAP's influence is significant in promoting low code adoption.Cultural factors in Germany emphasize structured processes.The Low-Code Association aims to advance low code in enterprises.Citizen development is gaining traction but is still behind the US.Smaller firms face challenges in adopting low code due to budget constraints.AI is seen as a key enabler for low code and process automation.Education and governance are crucial for successful low code implementation.Public sector projects are increasingly utilizing low code solutions.The DACH region has a vibrant low code community with diverse platforms.

In this episode of the Lowdown on Low-Code, Rob Koplowitz, Ryan Duguid, and John Rymer sit down with Rick Greenwald to discuss the concept of evaluative research in technology purchasing. They explore how evaluative research helps buyers navigate complex decisions, the role of analysts in shaping vendor perceptions, and the implications of crowdsourced feedback. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding individual needs when making purchasing decisions and introduces a new approach to evaluative research being developed at Analysis.Tech, aimed at providing tailored insights and up-to-date information for buyers.TakeawaysEvaluative research is designed to help buyers make complex decisions.Analysts provide insights but buyers often simplify their findings.Crowdsourced feedback can be valuable but lacks nuance.Understanding your needs is crucial for effective decision-making.There is no universal leader in the market, only leaders for specific needs.The evaluative research process must adapt to rapid market changes.Feedback from users is essential for refining evaluative research.A tailored approach to evaluative research can enhance buyer experience.The importance of collaboration between vendors and analysts is emphasized.Future evaluative research will focus on real-time updates and broader vendor inclusion.

This week's Low Down on Low Code features Simon Owen, formerly leader of the Power Ranger citizen developer program at GSK, and now a governance guru and change enabler at Avanade. Simon joins hosts Dave Marcus and John Rymer to demystify governance of citizen development and highlight its surprising benefits.

Low-code has become an indispensable part of developing new software faster and cheaper while unleashing innovation from within the business. But, what about the majority of your processes that remain locked in legacy applications? Himanshu Arora, COO of Rhino.AI joins us to discuss how Rhino has tackled that issue head on. In this week's Low Down on Low-Code, Himanshu, Rob Koplowitz and John Rymer discuss Rhino.AI's approach to migrating legacy applications to any low-code platform and moving your transformation efforts from the long-tail of your processes right into the core of your business.

In this episode of Lowdown on Low Code, John Rymer and Ryan Duguid engage with Suresh, the founder and CEO of Kissflow, to explore the evolution of citizen development and the low-code movement. Suresh shares his journey from developing rule engines to creating Kissflow, a platform designed to empower business users to develop applications without extensive coding knowledge. The conversation delves into the role of Chief Digital Officers in driving digital transformation, the characteristics of successful citizen developers, and the impact of generative AI on the future of low-code development. Suresh emphasizes the importance of understanding the semantic gap between human thought processes and programming, and how Kissflow aims to bridge that gap, making it easier for users to create applications. The episode concludes with insights on the potential of low-code platforms in transforming business processes and enhancing productivity.TakeawaysCitizen development is a significant and evolving topic.Kissflow was born from the need to democratize application development.Excel remains one of the most successful low-code tools.The Chief Digital Officer plays a crucial role in digital transformation.Identifying the right individuals for citizen development is key.Generative AI can help bridge the semantic gap in application development.The 3% figure represents the potential citizen developers in an organization.Kissflow aims to empower business users to create applications easily.Disposable applications can be created using generative AI.The future of low-code development is promising with advancements in technology.Timestamps02:27 - The Origins of Citizen Development and Low-Code Platforms10:47 - Target Customers for Low-Code Platforms14:05 - Selling Platforms vs Solutions17:00 - The Role of CDOs in Driving Transformation19:08 - Different Use Cases for Low-Code Platforms23:39 - Unlocking the Potential of Citizen Development29:14 - Characteristics of Successful Citizen Developers33:44 - Addressing the Semantic Gap in Citizen Development36:14 - The 3% Rule: Process Knowledge and Organizational Authority37:51 - Disposable Applications: A Future Possibility of Low Code

Want to get the low down on AWS App Studio? Listen to this week's Low Down on Low-Code podcast! GM Sriram Devanathan joins Ryan Duguid and Rob Koplowitz to dive into the details. AWS, a massive player in cloud computing, jumps into the crowded low-code market with a brand new entry built from the ground up to take advantage of AWS services including a massive investment in AI.

SummaryIn this episode of Lowdown on Low-code, hosts Rob Koplowitz and John Rymer engage with Raveesh Dewan, CEO of Joget, to discuss the critical role of a Center of Excellence (COE) in the adoption of low-code platforms. Raveesh shares his journey into the low-code space, the evolution of Joget, and the importance of establishing a COE to facilitate technology adoption within organizations. The conversation covers the challenges of setting up a COE, the necessary investment and commitment, the roles within a COE, and the relationship between COE and IT. Raveesh emphasizes that a COE should serve as a coach rather than a gatekeeper, fostering collaboration and ensuring that technology is used effectively across the organization. The episode concludes with insights on the longevity and evolution of COEs as organizations adapt to changing needs.TakeawaysEstablishing a COE is a complex task that requires careful planning.A COE should focus on facilitating and supporting delivery teams, not controlling them.Senior management commitment is crucial for the success of a COE.The right mix of technology knowledge and organizational understanding is essential for COE members.Building relationships with delivery teams is key to a COE's effectiveness.COEs should be seen as coaches, not gatekeepers.Investment in a COE should be long-term, not short-term.COEs must adapt to changes in personnel and organizational goals.The COE's role is to ensure technology is used appropriately and effectively.A COE should evolve over time, but never fully disappear as long as technology is in use.Timestamps09:18 - Introduction to Joget and the COE10:58 - Senior Management Commitment and Resource Investment22:55 - Roles and Reporting Structure in the COE24:53 - Mapping Technology Capabilities to Organizational Needs26:45 - COE as a Path to Accelerate Delivery30:37 - Evolution and Longevity of the COE