Appian (Nasdaq: APPN), a software company known for its business process automation solutions, has introduced a new version of its AI-Powered Process Platform. This release highlights the launch of Appian AI Copilot, an advanced AI assistant designed to support developers and enhance their productivity. The update aims to provide practical value through generative AI interface creation and other planned functionalities.
Simplifying Development with Appian AI Copilot
At the core of this update is Appian AI Copilot, an innovative AI assistant. In its initial phase, AI Copilot employs generative AI to convert PDFs and structured forms into intuitive digital interfaces. This process streamlines the creation of user-friendly applications and allows developers to further refine their designs using low-code tools. Future features of AI Copilot will expand its generative AI capabilities to include workflow creation using natural language and querying Appian’s data fabric architecture for self-service analytics.
AI Copilot does the tedious work of digitizing PDF forms into interactive business applications, empowering developers to use low-code design tools to refine and perfect applications.
Industry Experts Weigh In
Chandra Surbhat, Experience Practice Head & VP for Enterprise Futuring at Wipro, emphasized the significance of AI Copilot in application development: “The AI Copilot will complement and accelerate the application development capabilities of the Appian Platform. The use of generative AI simplifies software development on an already user-friendly platform. Clients will benefit from Appian’s private AI strategy, addressing critical privacy and security concerns. We are excited to leverage Appian AI Copilot to deliver increased business value to our clients.”
Sagar Lodha, Head of Technology at Yexle Limited, shared his perspective: “Appian’s generative AI, combined with its low-code capabilities, will significantly accelerate development, reduce implementation times, lower costs, and enable developers to provide more value to the business.”
Enhancements Beyond AI Copilot
Alongside the introduction of AI Copilot, the latest version of the Appian Platform also brings several other enhancements:
- Data Fabric Enhancement: The data fabric’s scalability has doubled to accommodate 4 million synced rows per record. This enhancement supports data unification and AI services while upholding data security and privacy.
- Improved AI Skill Designer Experience: Creating custom and private AI models is now more user-friendly. Test models can be deployed before full implementation, making it easier to train models for document and email classification.
- Unified Appian RPA: Users can create, manage, and deploy robotic tasks directly from the Appian Designer interface. The addition of groups and role maps enhances access management and security for robotic tasks.
Real-World Application
Axiom Space, a developer of next-generation spacesuits, utilizes Appian’s data fabric and process automation for its spacesuit development. Rodney Johnson, Axiom Space Senior Enterprise Service Manager, explained how the data fabric enhances their work: “Appian empowers Axiom Space and our commercial space clients to track the lifecycle of a spacesuit, easily accessing manufacturing, testing, and usage details. Data Fabric serves as a vital tool for our spacesuit development, enabling data-driven decision-making and seamless collaboration.”
Appian’s Vision for the Future
Michael Beckley, Founder and CTO of Appian, highlighted the significance of AI Copilot: “AI Copilot combines AI-generated application designs with human refinement, offering faster processes, data-centric applications, and exceptional user experiences. This unified approach, supported by robust data governance and security controls, reflects Appian’s commitment to delivering comprehensive business solutions.”
The latest Appian release is available now. To learn more, visit www.appian.com/platform.
About Appian
Appian is a software company specializing in business process automation. Their AI-Powered Process Platform is designed to streamline complex processes, offering end-to-end automation and optimization. Leading organizations trust Appian to improve workflows, unify data, and enhance operations for superior customer experiences and growth. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]
With the launch of AI Copilot, Appian continues to advance the field of business automation, empowering developers with tools that streamline application creation and enhance productivity.
