Cost-benefit formula (vs. traditional development):
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E₁ = (H × QP × QH) - (PHR × QH/10)
Where:
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H = Hourly rate of developers (50−50−150)
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QP = Number of developers (3-5)
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QH = Hours required (200-500)
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PHR = Low-code hourly cost (10−10−30)
Annual efficiency gains from automation:
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E₂ = (T - TA) × PHR × Q × Y
Where:
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T = Time per task (before automation)
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TA = Time per task (after automation)
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Q = Number of employees
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Y = Annual task volume
Real-World Example: HR Automation
A mid-sized company (100 employees) automates document processing:
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Time saved: From 4 hours to 1 hour per employee
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Annual savings: 450 hours (~$15,000)
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ROI: 2-3 months
Try our Automation ROI Calculator to estimate your savings: [Link]
Key Takeaways
✔ Low-code is 5-7x cheaper than traditional development
✔ Deploy in weeks, not months
✔ Employees can build automations themselves
✔ Measurable ROI – Calculate before investing