Jul. 15—(StatePoint) In today's world, apps are crucial for business growth and customer experience. They enable shopping, appointment setting and customer service interactions. In fact, around three-quarters of U.S. adults say they buy things online using a smartphone, according to Pew Research, which means if you don't have an app for your business, you're leaving money on the table. However, if building one sounds daunting, experts say there is good news — artificial intelligence can help.

"AI enhances app development through code generation, chatbots, process optimization, content creation, user stories and prototype generation. Anyone, even with little to no experience, can quickly and cost-effectively develop an app using AI," says Sachin Dev Duggal, founder and chief wizard at Builder.ai, an AI-powered composable software platform that allows every business and entrepreneur to become digitally powered.

Despite the relative ease of developing an app harnessing today's AI tech, it's nevertheless important to get your app right. With over 77% of users uninstalling an app within the first three days after download, according to WifiTalents, you'll want to ensure your app provides your users with real value.

So, before building your app, first consider how it will help customers, and how it will help you solve your short- and long-term business objectives. Asking yourself these questions can give you clarity on the type of app you need, how you will fund and maintain your app, and how it will function.

When you are ready to begin development, here are the benefits you can anticipate by using AI to meet your objectives:

—Rapid development: AI-driven platforms significantly reduce development time.

—Unlimited customizations: AI app development platforms offer pre-built, customizable modules.

—High performance: AI creates high-performance apps with fast load times and smooth user experiences.

—Cost efficiency: AI reduces the need for extensive developer hiring, lowering costs.

—Error reduction: Around 66% of software projects fail. The primary cause? Human error.

—Seamless articulation: New AI technology allows you to speak directly with the development platform, enabling you to convey your ideas and instructions effortlessly, making app development more intuitive and efficient.

So, how do you actually use AI to build your app? In the case of Builder.ai, it's as simple as following these simple steps:

1. Choose and customize a base template.

2. Review and finalize features.

3. Identify the app's platform (Android, iOS, desktop) and build a timeline.