Appenate (formerly Forms On Fire) Features
User Interface Design (4)
WYSIWYG Editor
Provides the ability to drag-and-drop elements into the application to customize interface.
Customized Branding
Provides tools for inserting brand logos, colors, quotes, and other proprietary content.
App Templates
Provides base-level application templates to build atop and customize for specifc users and actions.
Workflow Management
Allows the creation ofpage sequences, forms, and libraries for users navigating the application.
Data Control (3)
Data Migration
Lets users add data from existing sources when creating the initial application or changing data sources.
Data Synchronization
Continuously updates data as users or external data sources are edited.
Data Security
Encrypts or provides some form of firewall to prevent external parties from accessing sensitive data.
Publishing (3)
Application Deployment
Releases the application for access on desktop or mobile devices.
Platform Compatibility
Lets users build cross-platform applications or provide specific templates for different device types.
Lifecycle Management
Provides ability to manage application and maintenance from build, throughout the release, and until it's deactivation.
Before the Job (4)
Calendar
Uses the calendar tool to determine field workers who are free for the job.
Dispatch
Notifies field service workers of their upcoming assignments.
Roles
Allows users to see tasks according to permissions and roles.
Booking
Allows clients to book jobs through the desktop page or within the app.
On the Job (5)
Location
Tracks employee location to ensure timeliness.
Employee Communication
Enables communication within the app from manager to field service employee.
Behavior Monitoring
Monitors behavior in the field.
Client Notifications
Notifies clients, should any delays or mishaps occur.
Field Sales
Includes some ability to serve as a sales and ordering application.
After the Job (4)
Reports
Creates reports that reflect field performance either as a team or individually, to review productivity.
Analytics
Visualizes field activity via photos, graphs, and other data that can be displayed on a dashboard.
Invoicing
Sends invoices through the software and allows clients to pay on the spot.
CRM Integrations
Integrates with CRM software to monitor all aspects of the customer relationship.
Development Tools (3)
Drag-and-drop Form Builder
Allows users to create forms with branching logic without any code.
API Builder
Provides a built-in API builder for developers.
Integrations
Integrates with back office systems, content management systems, and other types of office software.
Field Tools (6)
OCR
Provides built-in optical character recognition (OCR) functionality.
GPS & Time Stamps
Records GPS and time data points in reports.
Barcode and Signature Capture
Allows users to attach barcode and/or signature data within a report.
Image and Video Capture
Provides built-in image and video recording capabilities.
Offline Capability
Allows users to access and finalize forms without an internet connect.
Embedded Work Instructions
Allows users to access built-in work instructions.
Back Office Tools (3)
Report Formatting
Converts data collected from forms into reports in a variety of file types (PDF, Word, etc).
Roles and Permissions
Define and manage roles and access rights for the entire system.
Analytics Dashboards
Provides performance analytics dashboards.
Execution (5)
Sampling
Identify and track material samples for inspection or re-inspection.
Corrective Actions
Implement action plans which can be prioritized based on severity.
Data Capture
Capture inspection data including photos and video, both online and offline.
Reports
Generate inspection reports using the information gathered during the inspection.
Ad-hoc Tasks
Allow users to create ad-hoc or unplanned inspection tasks.
Planning (4)
Checklists
Ability to create configurable forms and checklists to capture inspection information.
Approvals
Ability to define criteria and workflows to approve or reject inspection tasks.
Scheduling
Organize inspection tasks based on constraints such as inspector availability.
Procedures
Allow users to create procedures and workflows for multiple types of inspections.
Analytics (3)
Monitoring
Track the inspection process to ensure it follows procedures and complies with regulations.
KPIs
Analyze inspection metrics such as cost of quality or Overall Operations Effectiveness (OOE).
Nonconformace
Generate nonconformance records and reports for defective products or noncompliance.
Generative AI (2)
AI Text Summarization
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Image-to-Text
Converts images into a textual description, identifying key elements.
Agentic AI - No-Code Development Platforms (3)
Adaptive Learning
Improves performance based on feedback and experience
Natural Language Interaction
Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Agentic AI - Field Service Management (3)
Autonomous Task Execution
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Natural Language Interaction
Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting




