OutSystems Evaluation GuideThis condensed guide answers the most common questions asked by teams considering OutSystems.Back to topSearch...OverviewWhy Choose OutSystems?Getting Started with OutSystemsDeveloping with OutSystemsSecurityDeploying OutSystemsArchitectureLifecycle ManagementPerformanceScalabilityIntegrationMobile Application DevelopmentArtificial IntelligenceOutSystems Cloud ServicesOutSystems combines visual, model-driven development with AI, DevOps, and cloud to deliver a modern application platform that addresses your needs for enterprise applications and software that makes the difference in your business. Explore why it will help you and your company solve your app problems today.It began with a visionThe two major IT pressure points todayHow OutSystems solves the problemFrom the moment you start using OutSystems, your account team will help you navigate learning, building, and planning for the future on the platform. The OutSystems customer success team will assist you by showing you the features of the platform, going over your roadmap and potential hurdles, and getting your development team the training and resources they need. We’ll continue to assist throughout your journey, guiding you and your team through best practices in development, rolling out that first application, and helping you grow your app portfolio.Who can develop with OutSystemsHelping customers build applicationsOutSystems training optionsDiscover the experience your team will have while developing with OutSystems. Understand how you'll create, QA, deploy, monitor and manage applications quickly and easily using a low-code approach.Will I hit a wall when developing?Can I build reports and dashboards with OutSystems?Can OutSystems be used to build complex/big applications?In the landscape of digital transformation and mounting cyber threats, OutSystems places paramount importance on enterprise security. We recognize how critical it is to safeguard not only our high-performance low-code platform but also the entire organization and the universe of applications built by our customers.The OutSystems enterprise security postureOutSystems security certifications, governance and complianceApplication securityOutSystems, designed for various cloud environments, offers seamless activation and immediate application development. Its architecture ensures no loss of functionality, enabling smooth transitions between public cloud, on-premises, or hybrid deployments, providing flexibility for diverse deployment needs.Deploying OutSystems in the cloudDeploying OutSystems on-premisesOutSystems Developer Cloud deployment modelThe OutSystems architecture is the pivotal element that establishes high-performance low-code. It is a layered ecosystem that enables developers to quickly extend systems of record, transform complex internal business processes, rewrite critical core systems, or create world-class mobile apps.ArchitectureOutSystems extends beyond application development, providing comprehensive support for the entire application lifecycle. This makes it effortless for teams to deploy, manage, and operate numerous applications.Development efficiency and speedCollaboration and version controlDevOps and CI/CD integrationGovernance and complianceOutSystems provides a comprehensive set of tools and strategies designed to elevate application performance on multiple fronts. This includes the platform's adept handling of high loads and concurrent users, as well as its sophisticated data management capabilities.Data management for business applicationsApplication responsivenessCode performance and securityOutSystems is designed with a robust emphasis on scalability, featuring an architecture that seamlessly and promptly adapts to the specific requirements of our customers.Scalable architectureEnterprise scalability for distributed dev teamsDevelop scalable apps with microservices supportUnderstand all the options OutSystems provides for native integration with SOAP and REST APIs, ERPs such as SAP, and external databases.Database, service, and custom app connectionsData integrationStreamline mobile application development, elevate user experiences, and achieve rapid, successful app deployment across your enterprise. The OutSystems low-code platform generates high-performance apps utilizing a single code base to fit all devices.Mobile app development capabilitiesMobile app lifecycle managementOutSystems has been infusing artificial intelligence (AI) across the platform and the software development lifecycle since 2018, helping developers create better software faster and with higher quality while giving them the tools to quickly build AI-powered applications.AI-powered software developmentAI-powered applications