Special-case systems. Real operational risk.
Rescue the business logic trapped inside aging operational software.
We help companies untangle old, fragile business applications that quietly run critical edge-case workflows, then turn those rules into maintainable, documented systems the wider business can trust.
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Reference library
Legacy platforms and tools
This site is building a shared reference library for legacy and low-code platforms that often carry critical business logic. German-language counterparts are now available across the platform library.
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Microsoft Access
Desktop database and forms builder for internal workflows, reports, and VBA-driven process logic.
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VBA
Office macro language for automating workflows, forms, calculations, and business rules.
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Visual Basic
Rapid Windows development tooling for forms-based internal software and database front ends.
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FileMaker
Rapid app platform for custom databases, layouts, scripts, and internal tools.
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Delphi
Rapid development environment for database-driven desktop and client-server apps.
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Lotus Notes
Collaboration and workflow platform for forms, approvals, internal apps, and messaging.
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Nintex
Workflow and forms automation platform often used with SharePoint.
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K2
Low-code process automation suite for forms, approvals, integrations, and case management.
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Mendix
Low-code platform for business apps with visual models, workflows, and integrations.
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OutSystems
Enterprise low-code platform for web and mobile apps with visual development tooling.
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Appian
Low-code platform for process automation, case management, rules, and workflows.
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Pega
BPM and case management platform for rule-driven processes and automation.
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Salesforce Lightning
Platform for CRM extensions, forms, workflows, and internal business apps.
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Zoho Creator
Low-code builder for forms, workflows, reports, and lightweight business apps.
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Quick Base
Cloud platform for operational apps, process tracking, dashboards, and business data.
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Airtable
Spreadsheet-database hybrid for lightweight workflows, tracking, and internal coordination.
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Bubble
No-code web app builder with workflows, database, and visual UI design.
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Knack
Online database platform for portals, internal tools, forms, and workflow tracking.
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Caspio
Cloud database app builder for forms, reports, dashboards, and business apps.
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Betty Blocks
No-code and low-code platform for internal apps, portals, and automation.
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TrackVia
Low-code operations platform for field workflows, approvals, and process tracking.
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GeneXus
Model-driven platform that generates business applications from higher-level specifications.
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Alpha Anywhere
Rapid app builder for forms, offline mobile workflows, and database-backed tools.