"With the power of low-code development, organizations can quickly adapt and respond to changing business needs. It allows companies to build and scale applications faster, fostering agility and driving digital transformation." - Marc Benioff, Salesforce CEO
Legacy AMS Built on Salesforce
Fifteen years ago, when companies first started developing association management software (AMS) on Salesforce, the customization options were pretty basic. Tools like Workflow Rules and simple Formulas allowed some automation and customization, but they were nowhere near as advanced as what Salesforce offers today. Back then, more complex features relied on manual coding using Visualforce and Apex—Salesforce’s early tools for creating custom interfaces and business logic. This approach required significant coding, which is very different from the low-code tools available now.
Transitioning from a heavily coded Salesforce system to a low-code environment can be a huge challenge. Older AMS systems built with lots of custom Visualforce pages and Apex code are deeply intertwined with the existing setup, making it hard to untangle and migrate to a low-code framework. The custom functionalities and business logic embedded in the code are often too complex to easily move over to a low-code system, requiring a lot of time, effort, and resources to ensure everything still works properly.
As these heavily coded systems grow, they become harder to upgrade and modify. The more custom code you have, the more difficult it is to make changes without causing problems elsewhere in the system. Even small updates can require extensive testing and debugging to avoid breaking something. As Salesforce continues to update its platform, integrating these new features into a code-heavy system can require significant rework, making maintenance increasingly costly and time-consuming.
In a heavily coded Salesforce solution, even minor changes can take a lot longer than they would in a low-code environment. Custom code adds layers of complexity, meaning that even small tweaks often need thorough testing to ensure they don’t disrupt anything else. This makes what would be a simple task in a low-code system a long and difficult process in a heavily coded one, leading to inefficiencies and higher costs.
Low-Code AMS Built on Salesforce
MemberVerse AMS is a game-changer in association management software, offering a low-code solution that makes managing and scaling operations much easier. Built with the latest Salesforce technologies, MemberVerse AMS significantly reduces the need for complex coding, allowing organizations to quickly deploy and configure their AMS without the hassles of traditional software development.
With MemberVerse AMS, associations can rapidly adjust to new needs, whether it’s modifying membership dues, enhancing event management, or adding new features. This flexibility not only improves efficiency but also helps associations stay competitive in a fast-paced environment.
MemberVerse AMS's design aligns perfectly with your current and future business needs, freeing your association from outdated processes and rigid AMS systems. In today’s world, low-code development isn’t just an option—it’s essential.
Benefits of Low-Code
F lexibility: Low-code offers users unparalleled flexibility, empowering them to rapidly iterate and adapt to changing requirements. This flexibility fosters innovation, agility, and increased user adoption. MemberVerse AMS enables organizations to respond swiftly to changing needs and user feedback.
A ffordability: Low-code significantly reduces costs by minimizing the need for extensive workarounds and accelerating the software development lifecycle. This affordability empowers organizations of all sizes to innovate and deploy MemberVerse AMS without exceeding budget constraints. We pass these savings onto our customers by providing affordable licensing and lower hourly rates which is reflective by the type of resource.
C onncectity: Low-code promotes enhanced connectivity by seamlessly integrating with a variety of existing systems and APIs, streamlining data exchange and workflow automation. This connectivity enhances greater collaboration between different software components and facilitates efficient communication across the entire technology stack.
T ransparency: Low-code allows MemberVerse to rapidly identify and resolve issues and ensure optimal performance. We can swiftly pinpoint bugs, streamline debugging processes, and maintain the reliability and efficiency of the system.
S calability: Scalability lies at the core of MemberVerse AMS's design philosophy, ensuring that associations can effortlessly expand their operations without encountering limitations. Built on a low-code infrastructure and using the latest Salesforce technologies, MemberVerse seamlessly scales alongside organizations as they grow. MemberVerse AMS's scalable architecture supports customization, configuration and integration of additional features and functionalities. As associations evolve and their needs change, MemberVerse AMS will remain adaptable. This ensures that associations can tailor their AMS to suit their unique requirements and workflows, without compromising on performance or stability. Ultimately, MemberVerse AMS's scalability empowers associations to scale their operations confidently, knowing that their AMS will continue to support their growth trajectory effectively.
There is no question that 15 years ago, when companies began building on Salesforce, there was a significant shift in the marketplace. At that time, the Salesforce Platform was groundbreaking and offered a new level of innovation. However, over the years, these AMS solutions built on Salesforce have become increasingly challenging to scale, implement, upgrade, and support. Their complexity has grown due to the amount of custom code, making it difficult for organizations to adapt and evolve with ease. As the technology landscape advances, the runway for these legacy solutions is shortening, giving way to more innovative and flexible low-code alternative that promise faster deployment, greater agility, and easier maintenance. The future lies in embracing low-code development, which can better meet the evolving demands of organizations of all sizes.