The Power of OutSystems Developer Cloud (ODC) in a Cloud-Native Era
The enterprise adoption of low-code is high with no signs of slowing down. This trend proves companies understand the immense power of low-code and the value it can bring to their business. OutSystems explains why ODC is the latest technology in low-code.
OutSystems has a fundamental role, as it is an undeniable leader in the low-code race. Gartner recognizes them as a leader in enterprise Low-Code application platforms for the 7th consecutive time. OutSystems has built its position as an award-winning technology provider.
OutSystems innovation journey
Since 2001, OutSystems has committed to delivering the most innovative low-code solutions. They continuously surprise us with out-of-the-box low-code application development platforms. They again demonstrated their dedication to innovation with the launch of OutSystems Developer Cloud — ODC.
ODC is a low-code high-performance development platform, hosted on the cloud. It delivers a modular and scalable environment that allows rapid application development and deployment, and efficient management of enterprise-grade, mission-critical applications. This marks another significant milestone in OutSystems’ innovation journey, as ODC represents a step forward in low-code technology.
But OS11, the solution before ODC, is already a low-code high-performance development platform. With a wide range of comprehensive capabilities, it brings several benefits to all kinds of business.
All these capabilities are built on a runtime infrastructure. It delivers scalability, security, availability, and manageability. A complete infrastructure trusted by thousands of companies worldwide, empowering them to build tens of thousands of applications.
ODC cloud-native benefits
The primary difference between the platforms is that ODC is cloud-native. That means it is purposefully designed for deployment and operation within cloud environments. It marks a significant departure from traditional platforms.
Besides this, ODC is a modernization of OS11: you can do everything as in OS11. But with extra new features to keep up your applications with the latest trends.
What exactly does it mean to be cloud-native?
“Cloud-native” refers to applications and platforms specifically built for cloud environments. Take advantage of what cloud computing infrastructures offer on agility, scalability, efficiency, and resilience.
The significant inherent benefits of a cloud-native platform:
1. Designed for cloud environments
Cloud-native applications and platforms are built to run in distributed, virtualized, and scalable environments provided by cloud providers. The design fully utilizes cloud infrastructure, services, and APIs.
2. Scalability
Cloud-native applications can infinitely and automatically scale up or down based on demand. This is often achieved through technologies like containerization and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes). They allow for dynamic resource allocation and management. Other platforms not cloud-native can scale but limitedly and often require intervention and downtime.
3. Global distribution
Cloud-native applications can be designed to operate across multiple geographic regions or data centers. This enables global distribution and improved performance for users worldwide.
4. Efficiency
Cloud-native platforms promote more efficient development and delivery processes, enabling rapid updates to both applications and runtime environments.
5. Code reusability
Cloud-native architectures encourage the reuse of code and services. Components such as microservices can be developed independently and reused across multiple applications. This leads to faster development cycles and reduced time-to-market.
6. Cost-effectiveness
take advantage of on-demand resources and efficient scaling mechanisms. Cloud-native applications can optimize resource usage and reduce operational costs.
In current times where digital transformation accelerates, cloud-native development has gained significant attention and adoption. By 2025, over 90% of applications will be cloud-native, according to the IDC FutureScape report: Worldwide Digital Transformation 2020 Predictions.
You can access more predictions about this trend in this OutSystems report
ODC addresses all challenges!
Cloud-native platforms are indeed an increasing trend. The choice seems logical and the pressure is high, right? Time to embrace cloud-native!
However, a cloud-native platform can be challenging to accomplish. Yes, they are powerful, but to build a cloud-native application you need access to abundant resources. Such as people, expertise, tools, money, and time. Long story short, it will be a prolonged, highly complex, and costly process.
According to the OutSystems research and shared results, it can cost, on average, 2 million dollars, and consume up to 12 months. This means a lot of resources only to start.
Here is where ODC steps in, OutSystems already did the hard work. With ODC, you can create cloud-native applications with all the scale, security, and availability it provides.
One of the goals OutSystems set is to reduce complexities commonly associated with cloud-native development drastically. With this accomplishment, ODC allows you to have the already presented benefits that a cloud-native platform brings. Other advantages are:
High-performance applications
With ODC, you can build high-quality web and mobile applications for any use case. Take advantage of out-of-the-box architecture, AI, automation, and more. Unify development and meet even the most complex business requirements.
Strategic application development
Through ODC, users have centralized access to functionality that existed in OS11 across several functionalities. From Lifetime, Service Center, and the Users application, all this is in only one place.
Faster and efficient development
ODC’s modular architecture, reusable components, and pre-packaged capabilities empower organizations to efficiently build composable applications, saving time, cost, and effort.
Improved productivity
ODC boosts productivity by reducing complexity and the need for talent requirements. It integrates modern CI/CD practices, and optimizes the development process, which consequently simplifies cloud-native application development;
Continuous innovation
ODC remains up to date with evolving technology. Downtimes and application updates will never impact your applications.
Continuous competitiveness
ODC is designed for change, and it is prepared for the future! It regularly updates and seamlessly integrates new features, to empower businesses to evolve continuously and stay competitive.
Robust security solutions
Advanced enterprise-grade security features ensure your applications are secure. They aim at monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats.
Simplified training
With ODC’s intuitive architecture, there is no need for extensive training to start building applications. Access to training materials and guided paths ensures a smooth transition to ODC. It offers the opportunity to extend your team’s expertise.
Just let OutSystems deal with all the hassle a cloud-native platform might imply. Start building your out-of-the-box cloud-native applications with ODC while enjoying all the benefits.
Ready to explore ODC with LINKIT?
ODC represents the next evolution in low-code development, empowering businesses to accelerate their digital transformation journey. Businesses can achieve new levels of innovation and efficiency. Are you considering migration to ODC or starting your low-code journey with OutSystems? At LINKIT, our certified OutSystems experts will guide you through the transition that will drive your business forward.
