Are You Leveraging Citizen Developers? The Untapped Potential in Your Organization
Originally published on the Flowmar blog, now updated with fresh insights and perspectives from Omar Omar AI Agency
What are Citizen Developers?
Citizen developers are employees who create business applications without traditional programming skills. They use low-code or no-code tools to solve business problems directly.
Benefits of Citizen Developers in Icelandic Companies
1. Faster Solution Development
- Direct understanding: Know business needs firsthand
- No intermediaries: Don’t need to explain needs to others
- Rapid iteration: Can test and modify immediately
2. Cost Effectiveness
- Lower costs: No need to hire expensive developers
- Better ROI: Faster return on investment
- Unlimited solutions: Many solutions without additional cost
3. Local Expertise
- Icelandic conditions: Understanding of regulations and business practices
- Language support: Solutions in Icelandic from the start
- Cultural understanding: Solutions that fit Icelandic traditions
Microsoft Power Platform for Icelandic Citizen Developers
Power Apps – Apps Without Code
- Drag-drop interface: Simple app building
- Icelandic templates: Ready templates for Icelandic needs
- Mobile first: Works on all devices
- Data integration: Connects to existing systems
Power Automate – Automated Workflows
- 300+ connectors: Integration with all major systems
- Icelandic templates: Ready workflows for Icelandic regulations
- AI integration: Built-in artificial intelligence features
- Approval processes: Approval workflows that fit Icelandic practices
Power BI – Data Insights
- Real-time insights: Live business intelligence
- Icelandic reports: Formats that fit Icelandic culture
- Natural language: Ask questions in Icelandic
- Mobile dashboards: Dashboards for mobile devices
Examples of Solutions for Icelandic Companies
Example 1: Vacation and Leave System
HR employee creates an app that:
- Handles vacation requests in Icelandic
- Takes into account Icelandic holidays
- Sends notifications in Teams
- Integrates with payroll system
Example 2: Expense Management
Finance team creates a solution that:
- Receives expense receipts
- Checks VAT according to Icelandic rules
- Sends to supervisor for approval
- Automatically enters into accounting system
Example 3: Service Requests
IT department creates a system that:
- Receives IT requests in Icelandic
- Automatically categorizes issues
- Assigns to correct technician
- Monitors SLA times
Implementation at Omar Omar AI Agency
1. Training and Enablement
- Basic training: 2-day course in Icelandic
- Hands-on projects: Build real solutions
- Best practices: Icelandic guidelines
- Ongoing support: Support after training
2. Governance and Security
- Security framework: Security structure for Icelandic companies
- Data compliance: Privacy protection and GDPR compliance
- Center of Excellence: Knowledge center setup
- Quality assurance: Quality control of solutions
Success Metrics from Our Clients
- 85% faster development: Solutions ready in weeks instead of months
- 60% lower costs: Less need for external service providers
- Increased job satisfaction: Employees get to solve their own problems
- Digital transformation: Leap into digital future
Real Success Stories
- Icelandic Municipality: Reduced permit processing time by 70%
- Financial Services: Automated compliance reporting completely
- Healthcare Provider: Created patient flow optimization in 2 weeks
For large citizen developer programs, we offer integrated services in partnership with Vertis.is.
Start Your Citizen Developer Journey
Ready to unlock the power in your team?
Contact us for free consultation:
Email: postur@omaromar.net
Website: omaromar.net
Enterprise Partnership: Vertis.is
Omar Omar AI Agency specializes in citizen developer training and Power Platform solutions for Icelandic businesses.