One of the most eagerly awaited sessions at EmpowerPro, End-to-end with Quickbase AI, gave us the opportunity to showcase something we’re really excited about: the new AI features in Quickbase. These tools are built to make it easier for everyone to build, use, and manage apps. Whether you’re managing a construction project, handling manufacturing data, or working in any other complex industry, you can now make the most of AI for your business.
Let’s dive into the highlights from the session and explore how our AI tools can simplify your workflows.
1. AI for Builders: Less Tech, More Build
With the new Quickbase AI Console, creating apps is faster and easier than ever. This central hub lets you describe what you need, and AI handles the technical setup, from configuring workflows to managing connections between data sources
Want to create an app to manage project timelines, track resources, or streamline approvals? Just describe what you need, and our AI will take care of the rest. You won't have to manually set up databases or worry about the technical infrastructure.
What This Means for You: Less time on technical details, more time solving really, really, complex business challenges.
2. Conversational Data Queries: Instant Answers, No Coding
Imagine asking your data questions in plain English and getting instant, actionable answers. That’s exactly what Ask Quickbase AI does! With this new capability, you can interact with your data just like you would in a conversation. No custom queries or complex reports needed—just ask, and AI delivers.
For example, you can ask, "What are the top risks in our project portfolio?" or "Which projects are facing delays?" Ask Quickbase AI will instantly pull up the answers, helping teams stay informed and responsive.
What This Means for You: Everyone, from executives to team members, can access insights without relying on IT. Game changer!
3. AI-driven Insights: Smarter, Faster Decisions
OK, we’re super excited for this one.
Making the right decisions for your business means understanding what’s driving your results. Quick Insights analyzes your data to reveal trends and key drivers, helping you spot problems or opportunities before they arise.
For instance, if you’re managing a manufacturing operation and need to know why costs are rising, Quick Insights can help you identify bottlenecks or supply chain delays, giving you the insights to take corrective action. In minutes.
What This Means for You: Data-driven decisions become faster and easier, so you can stay ahead of challenges.
A Closer Look at the New AI Features
During the demo, we explored some exciting capabilities that you can start using right away in open beta:
Quickbase AI Console:
This is your go-to hub where all the Quickbase AI capabilities come together. By embedding AI throughout the platform, from app creation and data analysis to governance and automation, we want to ensure that AI becomes a seamless part of your day-to-day tasks. With the AI Console, powerful AI tools are now accessible to everyone—from building apps with the Smart Builder to generating insights using Quick Insights. The AI Console will also serve as the future home for all chat-based interactions within Quickbase, making everything more intuitive and accessible.
Ask Quickbase AI: We’re bringing the power of natural language processing directly into your apps. Instead of running complex queries or pulling data from various sources, you can ask a question in plain English, and Quickbase AI will do the rest. For example, you can ask, “What are the top-performing teams this quarter?” and get an instant answer that helps you take action. This feature is a game-changer for anyone who needs fast, easy access to data without diving into the technical details.
Smart Window Enhancements: We’ve improved the Smart Window for app and pipeline creation. It now delivers better accuracy when building new apps and allows you to easily modify existing workflows. Whether you’re updating processes or refining your pipelines, these enhancements give you greater control and flexibility, helping you stay agile and responsive to changes.
AI-powered Spreadsheet Import: This feature makes it incredibly easy to turn your spreadsheets into functional apps. If you have a spreadsheet with multiple tabs, you can import it into Quickbase, and our AI will automatically create a foundational app for you. No more manually configuring each field or setting up relationships between data points. It’s all done for you, allowing you to go from data to app in a matter of minutes.
AI-powered Actions: We’ve integrated AI-powered actions directly into Quickbase apps, making it easier to categorize, summarize, and analyze data. For instance, if you’re dealing with a large volume of support tickets, our AI can summarize those tickets into a single, easy-to-read section. It can also perform sentiment analysis, helping you get a better sense of what your customers or teams are feeling without having to manually sift through tons of data.
Responsible AI: Security and Governance at the Core
As exciting as these new capabilities are, they are grounded in the same core principles of security, governance, and transparency that Quickbase is known for. Responsible AI is a top priority for us, which means that your data is never used to train AI models, ensuring your information stays private and secure.
Plus, our audit trails keep track of all AI interactions, giving you complete visibility into how AI is being used in your business. This level of transparency means you can confidently monitor, control, and govern your AI usage effectively.
What’s Next for Quickbase AI?
We’re just getting started with AI and there’s lots more to come! We’ve got some exciting updates on the horizon, including enhanced automation tools and deeper integrations for industry-specific use cases.
One thing we’re focused on is making sure these tools remain accessible to everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned app builder or someone who’s never touched a line of code, our AI is here to make your job easier. As we continue to roll out more features, we’ll keep improving the platform so that anyone using Quickbase can take advantage of AI’s full potential.
A Future Driven by AI
Our latest AI features are just one way we’re evolving to meet the changing needs of today’s fast-paced environment. Whether you're building apps, streamlining workflows, or analyzing data, Quickbase gives you the tools to stay productive, make smarter decisions, and adapt to new challenges.
AI is just one piece of the puzzle. What sets Quickbase apart is how we bring together everything you need—custom apps, real-time collaboration, advanced reporting, and now AI—all within a single, unified platform. This ensures you have the tools to build and manage solutions that are perfectly customized for your business needs. Now’s the perfect time to explore how Quickbase AI can revolutionize the way you work.
