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At String, we live and breathe technology. As trusted experts in all things Microsoft, we specialise in helping businesses like yours work smarter, not harder. We’re passionate about making complex tools feel approachable and accessible, and we’re here to turn possibilities into real, impactful outcomes for your organisation.

Microsoft Power Platform is one of those tools that can make a big difference. Whether it’s streamlining processes, unlocking insights from data, or creating solutions that solve real business challenges, Power Platform is designed to empower people and organisations alike.

With String as your partner, you’re not just in good hands—you’re in the right hands. We’ve already delivered numerous successful projects across a variety of industries, helping our clients leverage the full potential of Microsoft solutions. Our team knows its stuff, cares about your success, and is ready to help you achieve your goals with confidence.

What is Microsoft Power Platform?

Microsoft Power Platform is a suite of tools that empowers businesses to create and deploy solutions using low-code technology. Combining Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Copilot Studio, the platform simplifies business processes and helps organisations focus on strategic objectives.

What's included with Power Platform?

Power BI

is a business intelligence (BI) platform that helps users to analyse, connect and share data. Power BI connects to various data sources, including Microsoft Dynamics, SharePoint, and Excel Spreadsheets. With its scalable design, it caters to both self-service users and enterprise-level needs, making data insights accessible even for those without specialised expertise.

Power Apps

is a tool that allows users to create custom business apps without writing code. Power Apps offers a library of templates, services, and connectors, allowing users to design and modernise apps quickly. It also supports integration with AI apps and helps bring legacy systems up to date.

Power Automate

is a cloud-based tool that automates repetitive tasks and workflows It is designed to help users automate manual processes within Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Azure. Users can synchronise files, get notifications of changes, collect data and improve productivity.

Power Pages

allows organisations to extend their business application functionality to external users using powerful, secure low-code tools.  Used in combination with Power Apps for internal users, Power Pages allows organisations to build true end-to-end business solutions.

Dataverse

is a cloud-based storage platform that allows users to store and manage business data. It keeps everything organised and accessible, so your apps can work smarter.

Copilot Studio

is a platform that allows users to create conversational AI agents to help customers and employees. Users can design, test, and deploy agents for internal or external use to assist with service delivery and improve collaboration.

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Our Development Process

01

Art of the Possible – Dream Big

First, we roll up our sleeves and get to know you. This phase is all about understanding the ‘why’ behind the app. Together, we explore the Art of the Possible: what could the app do for your business, what challenges it could solve, and how it fits into your bigger picture. Think of it as a brainstorming session where the sky’s the limit.
02

The Blueprint – Your App’s Perfect Plan

Once we’ve got the dream, we turn it into a roadmap. This is the planning stage, where we map out everything from the app’s key features to its design and user flow. We’ll define success metrics, integrations, and how the app will work within your existing systems. Our goal? To make sure that when you go live, it’s smooth sailing.
03

Build and Test – Where the Magic Happens

Now it's time to get down to business! We’ll build your app with the highest level of care, focusing on performance, security, and user experience. Once we’ve got it in shape, we’ll run tests to make sure it works perfectly—no bugs, no glitches, just a seamless experience. And we’ll keep you in the loop the whole way through because we believe in building with you, not just for you.
04

The Launch – Time to Shine

All systems go! After rigorous testing, we’ll deploy your app to the live environment. This is the moment we’ve all been waiting for. We’ll ensure everything is running smoothly, and the app is performing at its best. You’ll get the full spotlight because, let’s be honest, this is your moment to shine.
05

Ongoing Support – Your Partner in Success

Even after the launch, we’re not going anywhere. We’ll monitor the app’s performance, provide updates, and offer continuous support to ensure it evolves with your business. The world doesn’t stop changing, and neither should your app. With String by your side, you’ve got a partner for the long haul.
06

Optimisation – We Never Settle

We believe that there’s always room for improvement. After launch, we’ll look for opportunities to optimise, improve, and take your app to the next level. Whether that’s adding new features, fine-tuning performance, or staying ahead of emerging tech trends, we’re here to make sure your app evolves as your business grows. We don’t do boring. We don’t do ‘one-size-fits-all.’ We do it the String way—while always focusing on delivering real results.

The benefits of Microsoft Power Platform

Empower your team - You dream it, we'll build it

Power Platform is all about giving you the freedom to create the tools that work for you. Want a custom app or an automated workflow? Tell us your vision, and we’ll build it for you. No coding expertise required—just your ideas, brought to life by our team. It’s your business, your needs, our solution.

Automate like a pro - Save time, boost productivity

Stop wasting time on repetitive tasks. Power Automate lets us create workflows that handle the boring stuff for you—notifications, approvals, and data updates are all automated. With more time back in your day, you can focus on the important things that move your business forward.

Data at your fingertips – Smarter decisions, faster

Power BI turns your data into real-time insights that help you make smarter decisions—quickly. Forget about sifting through endless spreadsheets. We’ll create dashboards that tell the story of your data, empowering you to act fast and make informed choices that push your business to new heights.

Say goodbye to legacy systems – Modern solutions, instant results

Outdated systems slowing you down? We’ll help you modernise with Power Apps. Whether it’s creating new custom apps or updating old processes, we’ll make your operations more efficient, freeing up your team to focus on what really matters.

Scalable and flexible – Future proof your business

Power Platform grows with you. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, it adapts to your business needs. As your team expands or your processes evolve, we can scale the solutions we’ve built for you. And with seamless integration across Microsoft tools, you’ll always be ready for whatever comes next.

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FAQ's

Is Power Platform really low code?

Yes, Microsoft Power Platform is a low-code platform that allows users to create apps and workflows with little to no coding. It’s designed to help businesses achieve their goals faster by enabling self-service development. That said, when we build your app for you, our development team is able to use their development expertise to add sophisticated code to really bring your application alive.

What are the Power Platform features?

  • Dataverse: A secure repository for data used in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform applications.
  • Power Apps: Allows users to quickly build applications to meet business needs.
  • Connectors: Allows users to connect Power apps, bots, flows, and chatbots to other applications and services.
  • Canvas apps: Allows users to develop apps for web, mobile, and tablet applications.
  • Responsive rendering: Allows users to build websites that are mobile-friendly and responsive.
  • Enterprise governance: Allows users to manage who can create, modify, or deploy catalogue items.
  • Business intelligence and data visualisation: Allows users to gain insights into their business operations.
  • Role-based access control: Allows users to assign specific roles and permissions to users.
  • Policy enforcement: Allows users to establish and enforce policies to maintain quality and consistency.
  • Access to mobile device features: Allows users to access features like the camera, microphone, or GPS.

Is Power Platform an ERP?

No, Microsoft Power Platform is not an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system, but it can be used to create custom ERP systems. Power Platform is a low-code/no-code platform that can be used to extend the functionality of ERP systems.

What is the difference between Power Platform and Power Automate?

Microsoft Power Platform is a suite of applications that includes Power Automate, while Power Automate is a specific component of that suite. Power Platform provides tools for app development, data analysis, and automation. Power Automate is a tool for automating workflows and integrating applications.

Is SharePoint part of Power Platform?

No, but SharePoint is tightly integrated with all of the Power Platform tools which makes it easier to build business applications and integrate them into SharePoint.

Is Power Platform Enterprise Grade?

Yes, absolutely.  Power Platform is used by Microsoft to develop it Dynamics 365 product suite and is designed to scale from small business to large enterprises with ease.

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