November 2024 - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept but a powerful tool driving innovation across industries. OutSystems , a leader in the Low-Code Custom Development sector, has been advancing the integration of AI in software development for over five years now and delivered remarkable results. To explore the potential of AI-driven Low-Code Development, we hosted a series of interactive AI low-code breakfast sessions . Held across our offices in Hasselt and Ghent, these sessions brought together IT and business leaders to delve into how OutSystems is revolutionizing AI adoption, enabling rapid development, scalability, and increased productivity. Highlights of our Low-Code AI Roadshow Interactive insights : Attendees gained valuable insights from low-code experts Gregory Van Dorpe and Laurence Luykx into the latest trends in AI and Low-Code development. Live demo of the OutSystems platform: Dieter Vennekens showed the power of OutSystems’ AI-powered tools. Customer insights : Customers shared how they integrated OutSystems in their company to achieve their business goals. Customer insights Renotec: Shifting the “Buy vs Build” paradigm Guy De Knaep (ICT Manager at Renotec): “If we can build it smarter and cheaper, we’ll build it”. Renotec adopted OutSystems as a strategic platform to create more than 25 integrated apps in less than four years. From HR and Operations to Field Services and a B2B webshop, their growing team of three developers is driving digital transformation in the construction sector. Lineas: Digital agility in rail freight Since 2018, Mark Geuens , CIO at Lineas, has been working with OutSystems to tackle the complexities of rail freight logistics. They were one of the early adopters in Belgium, convinced by the technology supporting an evolution and fast value to market. With over 20 apps spanning from HR tools to mission operational critical apps, Lineas is pioneering a composable enterprise model, supported by a central Data Twin. “All of this allowed us to digitize and modernize our environment in an evolutive way with a continuous delivery of value. Pushing legacy back to their core reason of existence, while enabling digital agility and a data and IT everywhere strategy,” Mark shared. Want to learn more about Low-Code? Discover how Outsystems’ AI-powered platform can transform your digital initiatives and how ACA can support your journey toward smarter, faster, and more sustainable development practices.

In November 2023, ACA Group was invited by VKW Limburg to inform companies about the opportunities of AI and Low-Code. For many of the business leaders and final decision makers present, it was an inspiring introduction to these innovative technologies. Below you can read a short report. For the talk about Low-Code and AI, ACA Group sent two of its experts: Alexander Frimout, Lead AI Innovation and Gregory Van Dorpe, Low-Code Competence Center Lead. Fast development with Low-Code Gregory explained how using Low-Code allows you to build software in just a few days, making a positive impact on your company's operations and results. Everyone was surprised to learn that Low-Code development is up to four times faster than traditional methods. The swift rise of AI Alexander delved into the strong expansion of AI applications in the business realm, one year after the introduction of ChatGPT. "By leveraging Large Language Models and Low-Code, you can significantly cut down on software development costs, opening the door for customized software even for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)", noted Alexander. Demos highlight powerful automation capabilities The combination of Low-Code and AI creates opportunities for efficient automation of tasks that consume significant time and resources for organizations. Through compelling demonstrations, the ACA experts illustrated the critical role these technologies play for companies striving to maintain a competitive edge in the future. The business leaders present expressed unanimous agreement through a rapid Tech Tinder Poll , with 86% giving a "Super Like" to the combination of Low-Code and AI. From ACA, we want to extend a “Super Like” to VKW Limburg for their initiative. We always enjoy sharing our expertise with dynamic companies.

Antwerp, 7 June 2023 - Business and IT leaders gathered to delve into the transformative potential of Low-Code technology during our event “Sustainable Strategy with Low-Code”. In collaboration with our partner OutSystems , the event aimed to showcase the power of low-code as a sustainable accelerator for organisations undergoing digital transformation. Why Low-Code? Low-code platforms have increasingly gained traction and visibility in the market as a powerful catalyst for companies seeking to accelerate their digital journeys . Beyond delivering faster and leaner results, cloud-native low-code platforms, such as OutSystems, enable organisations to adopt a more sustainable approach in their project delivery. By leveraging automation, security, maintainability, quality and scalability, businesses can build applications that meet specific needs while reducing their carbon footprint. Sustainable Strategies with Low-Code The event offered an exclusive opportunity for the attendees to engage with fellow business and IT leaders, fostering knowledge exchange, inspiration and experience sharing. The agenda comprised inspirational sessions led by experts, offering valuable insights and practical strategies for attendees to implement within their own organisations. The event kicked off with a short welcome and introduction about OutSystems by team member Laurence Luykx , who set the tone for a memorable day. Jan Vermeulen delivered a thought-provoking talk on emerging IT trends, exploring sustainability, AI, hyper-automation and composable apps/architecture. Attendees also witnessed the speed and flexibility of Low-Code in action during a live demo by Marleen Kock , showcasing the development of a Cloud-Native solution. Gregory Van Dorpe guided participants through the sustainable growth and efficiency opportunities unlocked by utilising OutSystems as a transformative accelerator for organisations. Stef Vermeulen shared some use cases where we implemented the OutSystems Low-Code solution as a sustainable solution for our clients. We welcomed the attendees at De Koninck Antwerp City Brewery , a beautiful location that provided a stimulating atmosphere for both the sessions and the interactive brewery visit after. Attendees had the chance to network, connect with peers and exchange ideas while enjoying a vibrant and engaging environment. Low-Code technology has become crucial in today's fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, enabling organisations to embrace agility, innovation and faster time-to-market. With OutSystems at the forefront, businesses can embrace digital transformation more efficiently, foster collaboration between IT and business teams, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. We are proud to have organised a successful event, marking a milestone in our commitment to sustainable business acceleration through Low-Code technology! The event showcased how OutSystems, as a leading Low-Code platform, aligns with the 2023 technological trends, providing a valuable asset for organisations in overcoming their business challenges. 🚀