Recently, I had the pleasure of delivering a new Power Apps solution to another satisfied customer. This blog post will walk you through the key features and benefits of this custom-built application. By focusing on cost-efficiency, seamless data interaction, user-friendly low-code logic, responsive design, and independence from IT department involvement, I created a solution that not only meets but exceeds customer expectations.

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Figure 1: Mobile UX

Meeting customer requirements

The primary requirements for this project were clear:

  • No extra license costs
  • Data interaction without extra costs
  • Low-code app logic
  • Multi-device usability
  • No IT department involvement

Introducing the Campaign Forecasts App

The result was the Campaign Forecasts App v1.0.0, a Power App designed specifically to meet these requirements while providing an intuitive user experience.

Key features

  • Cost-efficiency
    By leveraging existing Microsoft E5 licenses, we ensured that there were no additional costs involved in using this app.

  • Seamless data interaction
    We utilized standard connectors available within Microsoft Power Platform to interact with SharePoint data storage efficiently without needing premium connectors.

  • User-friendly low-code logic
    One of our main goals was to empower business users to take over maintenance and further development effortlessly.

    • Simple drag-and-drop interfaces
    • Easy-to-understand logic
    • Governance and coding guidelines
       

  • Responsive design
    Understanding that modern professionals need to access tools on the go, we ensured the app is fully responsive and works seamlessly across different display sizes, including mobile phones.

  • Independence from IT Department
    The app was designed with simplicity in mind, allowing business users to manage and maintain it without needing IT department involvement. This was achieved through:

    • Comprehensive user guides and documentation
    • Hands-on training to adopt the app
    • Intuitive interface design
    • Built-in support features

User experience highlights

The Campaign Forecasts App offers a clean and intuitive interface. Users can easily navigate through various sections such as campaign lists, detailed campaign information, and editing interfaces. The app’s design ensures that all essential functions are accessible with minimal clicks, enhancing productivity and user satisfaction.

Conclusion

Delivering the Campaign Forecasts App was a rewarding experience. By focusing on cost-efficiency, seamless data interaction, user-friendly low-code logic, responsive design, and independence from IT department involvement, we created a solution that not only meets but exceeds customer expectations. This project is a testament to the power of Microsoft Power Apps in transforming business processes and empowering users.

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