Until recently, creating an AI agent required solid programming knowledge. It was territory reserved for software developers. In 2026, that barrier has disappeared. No-code and low-code platforms allow any employee or manager to create complex AI workflows without writing a single line of code. At Altanet Craiova we believe that no-code AI agents are one of the most democratising changes in the entire AI revolution.
What do no-code and low-code mean?
The terms may sound technical, but the idea is simple:
- No-code: you build AI workflows through visual interfaces, dragging and dropping blocks on a screen. No code at all. Just like arranging slides in a PowerPoint presentation.
- Low-code: just as simple, but with the option of adding a few lines of code for advanced customisation. Suitable for those with little technical knowledge who want more control.
Kevin Chung of Writer describes the change best: "The ability to create AI agents is moving from developers to business users." You no longer need a technical team to automate a process. You need to understand that process.
What platforms exist in 2026?
The market for no-code AI platforms has grown rapidly. Here are the most important options available:
- Cogentiq (Fractal): a platform launched in July 2025 with a low-code environment for creating enterprise-grade AI agents – that is, for large companies with complex needs. It includes unified data integration and advanced security.
- Make (formerly Integromat): one of the most widely used no-code automation platforms, with native integration for AI models. Suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
- Zapier AI: connects hundreds of applications and lets you create agents that act automatically on certain triggers – for example, when you receive an e-mail with a particular subject.
- Microsoft Copilot Studio: lets you create custom AI agents directly within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, without programming.
- n8n: the open-source option – free and installable on your own server, with full control over your data.
How much interest is there in these platforms?
The chart below shows the level of interest in and adoption of no-code AI platforms among companies in 2026:
Active adoption
Growing
Three examples of agents you can create without programming
Here are concrete situations in which a no-code agent can make an immediate difference in your company:
- E-mail reply agent: when you receive an e-mail with a request for a quote, the agent reads it, extracts the key information, fills in an internal form and sends a personalised standard reply. You are notified only when an unusual situation arises.
- Competitor monitoring agent: checks competitors' websites daily, identifies price changes or new products and sends you a summary in the morning, before you start your working day.
- New employee onboarding agent: when a new employee is added to the system, the agent automatically sends the necessary documents, schedules the introductory meetings and tracks the completion of mandatory forms.
What comes next?
Estimates show that by 2028 every employee in a technology-oriented company will have their own AI agent. Creating simple agents will be as common as using an Excel spreadsheet. The competitive difference will no longer be whether you have AI agents, but how well you use them.
If you want to understand which no-code platform you can start with and which processes in your company are best suited to automation, the Altanet Craiova team can help you with a concrete assessment and an implementation plan. Visit our contact page and let's talk.
This article is part of the Altanet series on AI trends in 2026. Next article: AI Infrastructure: Why the World Is Buying Chips as if They Were About to Run Out Tomorrow. Also see the complete guide to the series.