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Appian Financial Services Platform from Appian
Low-code automation platform for banking operations, featuring process orchestration, case management, document processing, and integration with legacy banking systems. Offers pre-built components for KYC, customer onboarding, loan origination, and regulatory compliance.
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Data Management and Integration
(9 Yes /9 Known /13 Possible features)
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Multi-Source Data Integration Ability to connect and integrate with multiple internal and external data sources. |
Appian platform advertises ability to integrate with multiple internal and external systems including legacy core banking and third-party services. | |
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Real-Time Data Sync Latency of data updates between systems. |
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Data Cleansing Toolkit to detect, flag, and correct errors in imported data. |
Demonstrates automated data validation and cleansing as part of onboarding and case management flows. | |
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Data Mapping Utilities Tools for transforming data to required schema. |
Low-code and process design studio enables data mapping for system integration and transformation. | |
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Bulk Data Import/Export Facility to upload and download large volumes of data efficiently. |
Bulk import/export supported by platform for onboarding and migration, per product documentation. | |
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Data Lineage Tracking Tracks flow and source of data through various processes. |
Appian offers audit and data traceability for data sources, which fulfills the requirement for lineage tracking. | |
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Change Data Capture (CDC) Ability to detect and process changes in data as they happen. |
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Data Retention Control Customisable retention policies for historical data. |
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Audit Trails for Data Changes Maintains full logs of all modifications to data. |
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Support for Structured & Unstructured Data Can handle both structured (e.g., tables) and unstructured (e.g., PDF, images) inputs. |
Marketing materials cite support for both structured banking data and unstructured document/image processing. | |
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Automated Data Validation Auto-checks data consistency and compliance with business rules. |
Appian includes automated data validation steps, consistent with feature. | |
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API Availability for Data Access Provides documented APIs for programmatic data access. |
Appian provides a REST and OpenAPI-based integration stack for programmatic data access. | |
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Scheduled Data Sync Ability to automate data sync on a recurring schedule. |
Supports recurring and scheduled syncs in process automation workflows. |
Automation Capabilities
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Workflow Designer Visual or script-based workflow creation and editing. |
Low-code designer includes drag-and-drop interface for building workflows. | |
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Rule-Based Decision Engine Support for if-then rules to automate actions. |
Process modeler allows for configurable business logic and if-then rules. | |
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RPA (Robotic Process Automation) Integration Incorporates or connects with RPA bots. |
The platform advertises RPA capability including integration with RPA bots. | |
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Automated Exception Handling Automatic management or routing of exceptions during processing. |
Exception management is built into the workflow engine for automated exception handling. | |
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Task Scheduling Ability to schedule recurring tasks. |
Appian enables scheduled task definition and process automation. | |
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Automated Notifications Sends alerts on task completion or errors. |
Automated alerts and notifications to users on task completion/errors are configurable per process model documentation. | |
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Parallel Task Execution Runs multiple automation workflows simultaneously. |
Platform supports parallel workflow execution via process engine. | |
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Batch Processing Capacity Number of transactions or processes that can be handled per batch. |
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Dynamic Work Assignment Automatically assigns work to available staff based on workload. |
Work assignment and workload-based routing are core case management features. | |
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Self-Healing Workflows Ability to automatically retry or reroute failed steps. |
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Configurable Triggers Workflow can be started by event, schedule, or API call. |
Workflows can be triggered by events, schedules, or API calls. | |
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Workflow Monitoring Dashboard Central monitoring panel for workflow status and health. |
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Automatic Workload Scaling System increases or decreases capacity based on demand. |
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Compliance and Security
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Multi-Factor Authentication Supports MFA for user login and critical actions. |
Multi-factor authentication is supported via integrations and security policies. | |
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Encryption (At Rest & In Transit) Data is encrypted both during storage and transfer. |
Platform supports encryption at rest and in transit, as found in security documentation. | |
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User Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC) Granular permissions based on roles/positions. |
Role-based access controls supported at application and process levels. | |
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Regulatory Compliance Module Built-in checks for relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, SOX, etc.). |
Regulatory modules for KYC, AML, GDPR, and others are pre-built and configurable. | |
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Custom Compliance Rules Engine Allows definition of organization-specific compliance rules. |
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Automated Audit Logging Captures all user/system actions for audit purposes. |
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Secure API Gateway Manages and secures all API traffic. |
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Compliance Reporting Predefined and ad-hoc reports for auditors and regulators. |
Automated and ad hoc reporting for compliance purposes is highlighted in platform documentation. | |
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Data Masking Sensitive data is masked for unauthorized viewers. |
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Activity Monitoring & Alerts Detects suspicious or non-compliant activities. |
Platform includes activity monitoring and alerting on suspicious/non-compliant behaviors. | |
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Single Sign-On (SSO) Supports enterprise SSO solutions. |
Single Sign-On compatibility with enterprise identity solutions via SAML/OAuth. | |
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Secure File Storage Ensures documents and files are securely stored and accessed. |
Secure document and file storage is a key capability for onboarding and loan processing. | |
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Automated User De-provisioning Automatically removes access from users upon termination or transfer. |
User provisioning and de-provisioning can be automated through integration with IAM systems. |
Reporting and Analytics
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Custom Report Builder Tool to design and generate custom reports. |
Appian delivers full custom report building through its design environment. | |
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Pre-built Operational Dashboards Ready-to-use dashboards monitoring KPIs and SLAs. |
Operational dashboards are built-in, including KPI and SLA tracking. | |
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Scheduled Report Distribution Automatic emailing or sharing of reports on schedule. |
Report scheduling and distribution can be automated within the workflow modeler. | |
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Ad-hoc Query Capability Enables on-demand data querying and reporting. |
On-demand querying and reporting supported via the reporting module. | |
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Real-Time Analytics Analytical views and data are updated in real time. |
Platform supports real-time analytics through dashboards and reports. | |
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Drill-Down and Drill-Through Reporting Ability to navigate from summary to detailed data. |
Reports provide drill-down and drill-through navigation, according to documentation. | |
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Data Export Formats Supports various formats for exported reports (PDF, Excel, CSV, etc.). |
Exports available in various formats including PDF, Excel, and CSV. | |
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Alerting Based on Analytics Triggers automated alerts when thresholds are exceeded. |
System can trigger alerts based on analytical thresholds defined in dashboards. | |
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Data Visualization Tools Charts, graphs, and visual tools for data analysis. |
Visual analytics and charts are available as core components of the platform. | |
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Historical Trend Analysis Analyzes data patterns over time. |
Platform enables tracking and analysis of historical trends in operational and financial data. | |
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Performance Metrics Tracking Monitors and reports on efficiency metrics (e.g., STP rate, error rate). |
Dashboard and report modules allow performance metrics definition and tracking. | |
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Report Access Control Restricts report access by user or role. |
Report access can be managed by user/role using platform's RBAC model. | |
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Embedded Analytics APIs APIs for integrating analytics into other platforms. |
REST API includes endpoints for embedding analytics in external platforms. |
User Experience and Accessibility
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Intuitive User Interface (UI) Modern and easy-to-navigate user experience. |
The UI is designed for ease-of-use and minimal training via low-code, per Appian marketing. | |
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Role-Specific Dashboards Custom views based on user's job function. |
Supports role-specific dashboards and views for compliance, onboarding, etc. | |
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Multi-Device Support Accessible from desktops, tablets, and mobiles. |
Platform supports access from desktops, tablets, and smartphones (responsive design). | |
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Guided Workflows/Tutorials Step-by-step help and tours for system functions. |
In-product help and guided tours are available for new workflows and modules. | |
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Customizable Themes Ability to change visual themes or branding. |
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Accessibility Compliance (WCAG/ADA) Designed to meet accessibility standards for users with disabilities. |
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Language Localization Supports multiple languages/locales. |
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Bulk User Operations Supports bulk actions for user management. |
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Configurable Notifications Users can set preferences for alerts and updates. |
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Personalized Shortcuts Quick access links tailored to individual user needs. |
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In-Product Help/Support Built-in help and contextual guidance. |
Platform offers help/support embedded within the UI. | |
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Responsive Design Automatically adapts to various screen sizes. |
UI is responsive and adapts automatically to different device screen sizes. | |
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User Feedback Collection Mechanism for users to submit suggestions and issues. |
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Transaction Processing
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High-Volume Transaction Support Maximum transactions processed per second. |
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Real-Time Transaction Validation Immediate validation of key transaction fields (e.g., account, amount, limits). |
Immediate field-level transaction validation is standard in loan origination/onboarding modules. | |
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Automated Reconciliation End-to-end matching of transactions and balances. |
Automated reconciliation for financial processes provided out of the box. | |
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Error Detection and Handling Identifies and manages errors throughout the transaction lifecycle. |
Error detection and handling are built into business workflow processing. | |
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Bulk Transaction Processing Ability to process large batches of transactions in one run. |
Bulk processing of transactions and cases supported by case management engine. | |
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Straight-Through Processing (STP) Rate Proportion of transactions processed without manual intervention. |
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Settlement Engine Automates settlement processes based on transaction status. |
Supports automated settlement workflows based on transaction/case status. | |
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Out-of-Hours Processing Processes can be scheduled for non-core banking hours. |
Scheduled, out-of-hours processing is possible via workflow orchestration features. | |
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Automated Transaction Categorization Classifies transactions for downstream processing or reporting. |
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Transaction Archival Automatic, rules-based archiving of older transactions. |
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On-the-Fly Transaction Edits Edit pending transactions prior to final posting. |
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Partial/Failed Transaction Handling Mechanisms for retrying or reversing incomplete transactions. |
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Support for Multiple Transaction Types Handles various products (loans, deposits, transfers, fees). |
Supports loan, deposit, transfers, fees, KYC—multiple transaction/process types. |
Integration & Interoperability
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Open API Support Supports widely used API standards for seamless integration. |
Open API support for REST and other protocols, allowing seamless integration. | |
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Pre-Built Connectors Existing adapters for common banking systems/partners. |
Many pre-built connectors are provided for common core banking and KYC systems. | |
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Custom API Creation Build custom APIs for unique integration needs. |
Users can create custom APIs through the platform’s integration suite. | |
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Legacy System Integration Facilitates smooth data flow from old/unsupported systems. |
Platform is widely used for connecting legacy infrastructure, as documented by customer references. | |
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Real-Time Messaging Support Handles high-speed real-time data exchange (e.g., via MQ, Kafka). |
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Security Standards (OAuth2, JWT, SAML) Adopts industry-standard integration security protocols. |
Appian supports OAuth, SAML, and JWT security standards. | |
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Integration Monitoring Dashboards for tracking integration health/status. |
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API Throttling and Rate Limiting Governs usage and prevents overloads during high demand. |
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Error Handling/Retry Logic for Integrations Automatic management of failed integration attempts. |
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Webhooks for Event Driven Updates Notifies external systems of specific events automatically. |
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Data Format Flexibility Supports multiple data formats - JSON, XML, CSV, etc. |
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Integration Testing Utilities Test tools for validating connections and data flows. |
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Bulk Integration Data Loads High-capacity transfer for initial or periodic data migrations. |
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Exception Management
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Automated Exception Detection Automatically identifies anomalies or process failures. |
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Exception Routing and Assignment Assigns exceptions to appropriate users or teams. |
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Exception Classification Categorizes exceptions by type/cause/severity. |
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Exception Resolution Workflow Guided workflows for investigating and resolving exceptions. |
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Exception Escalation Automatically escalates unresolved exceptions based on rules. |
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Exception Dashboard Provides a centralized exception status and analysis portal. |
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Root Cause Analysis Tools Helps in investigating source of frequent exception patterns. |
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Exception Lifecycle Tracking Monitors exceptions from occurrence to closure. |
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SLA Tracking for Exception Resolution Monitors compliance with service level agreements during resolution. |
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Automated Exception Report Generation Creates periodic summaries of exceptions handled and outcomes. |
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Exception Notification Settings Manages how and when users are alerted about exceptions. |
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Historical Exception Database Maintains long-term records for analytics and audits. |
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Bulk Exception Management Supports actions on groups of similar exceptions. |
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Scalability and Performance
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Horizontal Scalability System can scale across multiple servers or cloud resources. |
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Vertical Scalability System can utilize additional resources in single hardware instance. |
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Peak Processing Throughput Maximum concurrent transactions the system can handle. |
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Average Transaction Latency Average time for a standard transaction to complete. |
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Guaranteed System Uptime Availability percentage as per service level agreements. |
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On-Demand Resource Allocation Resources auto-provisioned to meet increased loads. |
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Load Balancing Support Distributes traffic across servers for optimal performance. |
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Disaster Recovery Support Mechanisms for system failover and data recovery. |
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Concurrent User Support Number of users able to work simultaneously. |
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Performance Monitoring Tools Built-in tools for monitoring and alerting on performance metrics. |
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Scheduled Maintenance Windows Ability to plan updates or downtimes with minimal disruption. |
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Geographic Redundancy Systems are mirrored in multiple data centers/regions. |
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Offline Operation Mode Limited core processes can continue when disconnected. |
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Configurability and Extensibility
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Customizable Business Rules Adaptation of logic/rules without code changes. |
Business process rules and configurability do not require code changes; low-code platform supports this. | |
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Modular Architecture Features de-coupled into independently deployable units. |
Features deploy as independent modules/processes within the platform. | |
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Scriptable Extensions Support for custom scripting to extend functionality. |
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Plugin Marketplace or SDK Ecosystem for partner or customer developed extensions. |
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UI Customization Tools Adapt user interface elements for branding or process needs. |
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Template Management Create templates for repetitive processes. |
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Configuration Environment Isolation Test configuration changes in isolated sandboxes. |
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Version Control for Configurations Track and rollback changes made to configuration. |
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Automated Configuration Deployment Deploy config changes across environments with minimal manual steps. |
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Parameterization Support Change parameters (limits, cutoffs etc.) without coding. |
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Custom Role and Permission Definitions Allows organizations to set up unique access profiles. |
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Extensible Data Model Ability to add new fields, data types or entities. |
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Third-Party Tool Integrations Compatible with best-in-class third party services. |
Appian integrates with DocuSign, Salesforce, and other best-in-class tools. |
Maintenance, Support, and Documentation
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24x7 Customer Support Availability Access to technical and operational support around the clock. |
24x7 support is offered per Appian service plans. | |
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Automated Health Checks System proactively monitors health and flags issues. |
Platform automatically checks system/process health and flags issues. | |
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Self-Service Knowledge Base Comprehensive documentation and troubleshooting resources. |
Extensive documentation and self-service resources are available for users. | |
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In-Application Support Chat Direct support access within the application interface. |
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Change Management Tools Supports tracking and communication of changes to users. |
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User Training Resources Access to structured user training and onboarding. |
Appian University and other structured training available for onboarding and support. | |
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Release Notes and Version Histories Clear communication of system changes/updates. |
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Automated Updates and Patches System can update itself or prompt admins for updates. |
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Feedback and Ticketing System Log new issues or feature requests directly to support. |
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Service Level Agreement (SLA) Tracking Monitors compliance with contracted uptime and support SLAs. |
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Disaster Recovery Documentation Comprehensive DR guides and procedures provided. |
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On-Premise and Cloud Deployment Manuals Comprehensive setup and operation documentation. |
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Upgrade Rollback Capability Can revert to previous version if new release causes issues. |
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Cost Management and Deployment Options
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Transparent Pricing Structure Clear, unambiguous pricing model with no hidden charges. |
Appian’s pricing and licensing documentation highlights a transparent pricing model. | |
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Pay-as-You-Go Option Consumption-based pricing instead of flat fees. |
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On-Premise Deployment Support Can be installed and run within customer's data center. |
Available for on-premises installation per technical documentation. | |
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Cloud/SaaS Deployment Available as a cloud-based or SaaS offering. |
Solution available as a fully managed SaaS platform. | |
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Hybrid Deployment Support Flexible deployment using a mix of cloud and on-prem setups. |
Appian supports hybrid deployments for regulated industries needing mixed cloud/on-prem. | |
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Per User Licensing Licensing model based on active users. |
Licensing can be per user, as published on Appian's commercial materials. | |
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Per Transaction Pricing Pricing model based on usage/transactions. |
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Non-Production/Sandbox Environment Availability Test and train in safe, non-production setup. |
Non-production and sandbox environments are offered for testing and training. | |
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Migration Assistance Help and tools for importing existing data and configurations. |
Migration tools and team support are part of the offering for onboarding. | |
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Upgrade Flexibility Allows customer choice on if/when to upgrade. |
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Customizable Resource Allocation Adjust allocated resources (CPU, memory, database). |
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Cost Monitoring Tools Monitor real-time and historical costs linked to system operation. |
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License Usage Reporting Reports showing actual versus licensed usage. |
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