How OutSystems is Changing the Game in Application Development

Introduction

Slow. Costly. Inefficient. For years, traditional software development has held businesses back—long development cycles, expensive maintenance, and technical debt have made innovation an uphill battle. As enterprises race to digitize, many are realizing that their existing development processes simply can’t keep up.

The pressure to digitize is intensifying. In 2024, IT spending on enterprise software amounted to over one trillion U.S. dollars worldwide, reflecting the significant investments businesses are making in software solutions. Despite this substantial expenditure, many organizations struggle to deliver scalable applications efficiently.

This is where OutSystems is transforming the game. As a low-code platform designed for high-performance app development, it enables businesses to build enterprise-grade applications faster, smarter, and without the bottlenecks of traditional coding.

A Low-Code Platform Built for Enterprise Agility

Traditional application development is resource-intensive—teams spend months coding, testing, and integrating systems before launching a single app. OutSystems changes that.

As a high-performance low-code platform, OutSystems provides:

• Visual Development & Drag-and-Drop UI – Reduces coding effort by 50-70%, enabling developers to build applications faster.
• Pre-Built APIs & Seamless Integration – Ensures connectivity with ERP, CRM, legacy systems, and third-party applications without requiring extensive custom development.
• Enterprise-Grade Security – Offers role-based access control (RBAC), automated security assessments, and compliance with ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR standards.
• Scalability for Growth – Supports applications with millions of users, whether deployed on cloud, on-premise, or hybrid environments.
• AI-Assisted Development – Identifies performance bottlenecks, security risks, and coding inefficiencies in real time, improving software quality.

Why It Matters

Accelerated Development Timelines: Organizations adopting low-code platforms like OutSystems have reported significant reductions in development time. A survey revealed that 75% of software executives experienced up to a 50% decrease in development time by implementing AI and automation in their processes.

Enhanced Developer Productivity: Low-code development has been shown to improve team productivity. More than half (59%) of low-code developers reported being "very satisfied" with their team's productivity, a notable increase compared to traditional code developers.

Improved Job Satisfaction and Work-Life Balance: The adoption of low-code platforms correlates with higher job satisfaction and better work-life balance among developers. Over 71% of low-code developers maintain a typical 40-hour workweek, and 63% express contentment with their salary and benefits.

Scalability and Performance: OutSystems is designed to handle applications of varying scales, from small internal tools to large-scale enterprise solutions. Its cloud-native architecture ensures that applications can scale seamlessly as business needs evolve.

Robust Security Measures: Security is a cornerstone of the OutSystems platform. It offers features like role-based access control, automated threat assessments, and compliance with industry standards such as ISO 27001 and SOC 2, ensuring that applications are secure by design.

What Can You Build with OutSystems?

OutSystems is not limited to a single use case—it’s a versatile, scalable platform that enables businesses to develop applications across multiple industries, whether for customer engagement, internal productivity, or operational efficiency.

Customer Portals: Enhancing User Experience & Engagement

Example: Heineken

• Challenge: Managing digital interactions across 80+ operating companies globally.
• Solution: Developed a centralized customer portal using OutSystems, reducing development time and enhancing user engagement.
• Outcome: Enabled seamless communication between distributors, partners, and customers across multiple regions.

Employee Productivity Tools: Driving Efficiency in the Workplace

Example: STEMCELL Technologies

• Challenge: Bottlenecked internal workflows with a backlog of legacy applications.
• Solution: Built custom employee productivity applications that streamlined daily operations.
• Outcome: Achieved a 3x increase in development speed, eliminating outdated systems and boosting workforce efficiency.

Legacy System Modernization: Future-Proofing IT Infrastructure

Example: Mazda Motor Corporation

• Challenge: Needed to migrate 500 legacy systems while ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
• Solution: Utilized OutSystems to modernize applications rapidly, integrating them into cloud-based environments.
• Outcome: Improved developer productivity by 1.5x to 5x, ensuring smooth system transitions with minimal downtime.

Data Analytics and IoT Apps: Turning Data into Actionable Insights

Example: A Healthcare Organization

• Challenge: Needed to analyze large-scale real-time patient data for better decision-making.
• Solution: Developed an AI-driven analytics application on OutSystems, integrating IoT and predictive analytics.
• Outcome: Enhanced data accuracy, enabling faster diagnosis and improved patient outcomes.

Why We Believe in OutSystems

At EvonSys, we've seen how OutSystems helps businesses overcome the bottlenecks of traditional software development. The ability to build, integrate, and scale applications quickly—without the usual complexity—makes it an invaluable tool for organizations navigating digital transformation.

OutSystems goes beyond speed. Its enterprise-grade security, AI-powered development assistance, and seamless scalability make it a strategic enabler for companies looking to modernize their IT infrastructure and deliver innovative applications faster.

With growing adoption across industries, OutSystems is proving that low-code isn’t just a workaround—it’s the future of application development.