Mark Smith
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Microsoft Power Platform and the Things You Can Create with It
This post was originally published in 2023. Some details may have changed since then.
Why use the Microsoft Power Platform?
Unlock business value without needing advanced coding.
Here are 7 things you can make with Power Apps: 👇🏽
Some ideas to get you started….
1. Data Entry Forms:
Create custom forms for data entry. Users can input data and store it in a database.
2. Workflows:
Automate workflows - such as sending email notifications, updating records, or creating new records in response to specific events.
3. Dashboards:
Create interactive dashboards that display real-time data from various sources, providing insights to help drive decision-making.
4. Mobile Apps:
Create mobile apps that work across different devices and platforms, allowing users to access and interact with data from anywhere.
5. Custom APIs:
Create custom APIs that allow different systems to interact with each other, making it easier to integrate different data sources and systems. Unlock data from any system of record; SAP, Maximo, Oracle, Peoplesoft, Salesforce, ServiceNow, etc.
6. Chatbots:
Create chatbots that can interact with users to provide information or perform tasks, from inside Teams.
7. Business Process Automation:
Automate repetitive tasks and workflows, streamlining business processes and increasing productivity.
The Power Platform is a powerful & versatile tool that can be used to create a wide range of custom apps to meet your business needs.
This is just scratching the surface too.
What have I missed?
What’s your favourite thing to use the Power for?
Mark Smith
Principal AI Strategist · Microsoft MVP
Helping people build practical AI skill in the Intelligence Age.
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