Manufacturers in China use low-code development platforms to support their digital initiatives. Many adopt low-code platforms to build form-based web apps for broad use cases, but that’s just the beginning. Advanced companies support more sophisticated data-centric applications with improved data management and integration capabilities. These early adopters demonstrate that application and process advances are no longer exclusive to professional developers. CIOs of manufacturing firms should read these case studies to understand how low-code platforms can accelerate digital delivery while improving operations.