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Enterprise Application Development

Build Applications That
Fit Your Business

Stop compromising on off-the-shelf software. We build fit-for-purpose applications using Power Apps for rapid delivery or .NET and Azure for enterprise scale — designed around your exact requirements, processes, and governance standards.

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150+ Apps Delivered
70% Faster Than Traditional
13+ Microsoft Partner
Program.cs App.tsx schema.sql 
using Azure.AI.OpenAI;
using Microsoft.Graph;

public class AppBuilder
{ 
  public async Task<Result>
  BuildCustomApp(Config config)
  {
    var app = await CreateApp(
      requirements: config.Business,
      security: config.Enterprise,
      ai: config.Intelligent
    );
    return app.Deploy();
  }
}
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The Challenge

Why Off-the-Shelf Fails

Organizations struggle when commercial software doesn't align with their unique processes.

Rigid Software

Off-the-shelf solutions forcing process compromise

Poor UX

Limited customization causing low user adoption

Integration Gaps

Unable to connect with existing systems seamlessly

Scale Limits

Performance bottlenecks under enterprise workloads

Compliance Risk

Security constraints delaying deployments

Slow Delivery

Long development cycles missing business windows

Choose Your Approach

Two Paths to Your Solution

We match the development approach to your complexity, timeline, and scale requirements.

Power Apps Track

Rapid Prototyping & Business-Led Apps

Timeline: 2-6 weeks Complexity: Low to Medium
70% Faster Development
2 wks Avg Time to MVP
50+ Connectors Available

Best For

  • Form-based workflows
  • Data capture apps
  • Quick prototypes
  • Business-led development

Capabilities

Low-Code Development

Drag-and-drop interface for fast app creation

Microsoft 365 Integration

Native connection to SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook

Power Automate Flows

Automated workflows without custom code

Dataverse Backend

Secure, scalable data storage with built-in governance

Rapid Iteration

Deploy changes in hours, not weeks

Citizen Developer Ready

Enable business users to extend functionality

.NET + Azure Track

Enterprise-Grade Scalable Solutions

Timeline: 8-16 weeks Complexity: Medium to High
99.9% Uptime SLA
10M+ Requests/Day
40% Cost Reduction

Best For

  • Complex business logic
  • High-performance APIs
  • Enterprise scale
  • Custom integrations

Capabilities

Cloud-Native Architecture

Microservices, containers, and serverless patterns

Azure App Services

Managed hosting with auto-scaling and high availability

Azure Functions

Event-driven compute for background processing

API Development

RESTful and GraphQL APIs with full documentation

CI/CD Pipelines

Automated testing, building, and deployment

Enterprise Security

Azure AD, RBAC, and compliance certifications

Our Methodology

7-Phase Development Journey

A proven, structured approach from discovery to continuous enhancement.

01

Discovery

Requirements Capture

Business and technical requirements captured with focus on user needs and governance.

Requirements docUser personasTech assessment
02

Design

Solution Architecture

Architecture, security, and integration models defined based on complexity and scale.

Architecture diagramSecurity modelIntegration plan
03

Prototype

Rapid Validation

Power Apps or UI prototypes delivered for early stakeholder validation.

Working prototypeUser feedbackRefined scope
04

Develop

Application Build

Custom components developed using Power Platform or .NET and Azure.

Core modulesAPI endpointsData layer
05

Integrate

System Connection

APIs, system integrations, and end-to-end testing completed.

Connected systemsTest resultsPerformance data
06

Deploy

Release & Launch

CI/CD pipelines ensure secure and repeatable deployments.

Production deployUser trainingDocumentation
07

Evolve

Continuous Enhancement

Applications continuously enhanced based on evolving business needs.

Feature releasesPerformance tuningAI enablement
Enterprise Control

Admin Control & Governance

Built-in security, administration, and monitoring for enterprise requirements.

Access Control

  • Role-based access control
  • Directory & identity integration
  • Secure data boundaries
  • Multi-factor authentication

Administration

  • Centralized configuration
  • Environment-based controls
  • Secret management
  • Feature flags

Monitoring

  • Application health monitoring
  • Performance analytics
  • Audit logging
  • Compliance reporting
Technologies

Our Technology Stack

Modern, enterprise-proven technologies for scalable applications.

.NET 8 Backend
Azure Cloud
Power Apps Low-Code
SQL Server Database
Cosmos DB Database
React Frontend
Blazor Frontend
Azure DevOps CI/CD
Application Insights Monitoring
Azure AD Identity
Key Vault Security
OpenAI AI
Future-Ready

Enhancements & AI Capabilities

Applications designed for continuous evolution and AI integration.

AI Copilots

Conversational interfaces and intelligent assistants embedded in your applications.

Power Automate

Automated workflows connecting your app to 500+ services and systems.

Embedded Analytics

Real-time dashboards and reporting layers powered by Power BI.

Multi-Cloud Ready

Architecture patterns supporting hybrid and multi-cloud deployments.

Client Stories

What Our Clients Say

100% Client Retention
“Al Rafay Consulting was an outstanding partner in developing our internal pipeline tracker. They took a detailed upfront inventory of the team's existing tools and processes, as well as areas our overall system could improve. ARC was extremely communicative throughout the development process and instrumental in the successful launch.”
Adam Goldblatt

Adam Goldblatt

Director, Investments

BioMed Realty

“BioMed Realty engaged ARC 7 years ago originally to kick start an internal SharePoint campaign with the goal of increasing productivity through workflow automation. We've now grown our work with SharePoint into a full blown Business Intelligence platform that has created tremendous efficiency and value for our organization.”
David Hsiao

David Hsiao

Senior Vice President, CIO

BioMed Realty

“When we were looking to design and implement our new website, ARC was an invaluable partner. ARC assisted us in selecting a flexible platform and implementing our design ideas into a website that we can easily manage and update as we grow our business.”
Catherine Hastings

Catherine Hastings

Chief Financial Officer

Innovative Industrial Properties

“Al Rafay Consulting went above and beyond to give us the Event Management tool that we needed to take our organization to the next level. Ali and his team developed an events management platform for San Diego Theatres, sat side by side with us while learning our industry and business model, and through it all exhibited patience, collaboration, and resolve to get it done.”
Kelly Bargabos

Kelly Bargabos

CFO/COO

San Diego Theatres

“Working with ARC over the past 3 years has been nothing short of exceptional. The team has everything that you would look for in a consultant and then some. A vast knowledge of their core business as well as a hunger to learn new industries and skills has proven to be a critical aspect of our partnership.”
Mark Zikra

Mark Zikra

Director of Technology

CA Ventures

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you decide between Power Apps and .NET development?
We assess based on complexity, scale, and timeline. Power Apps is ideal for form-based workflows, rapid prototypes, and business-led development (2-6 weeks). .NET/Azure is recommended for complex business logic, high-performance requirements, and enterprise-scale applications (8-16 weeks). Many projects start with Power Apps prototypes then graduate to .NET for production.
Can you integrate with our existing systems?
Yes, integration is core to our approach. We connect with ERP systems (SAP, Dynamics), CRM platforms (Salesforce, Dynamics 365), Microsoft 365, legacy databases, and third-party APIs. We use Azure Integration Services, Logic Apps, and custom API development to ensure seamless data flow.
What happens after deployment?
We offer ongoing enhancement packages that include performance monitoring, security updates, feature development, and AI capability additions. Applications are designed for continuous evolution — our CI/CD pipelines enable safe, rapid releases as your business needs change.
How do you handle security and compliance requirements?
Security is built into every layer. We implement Azure AD for identity, RBAC for authorization, encryption at rest and in transit, audit logging, and can meet SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, and industry-specific compliance requirements. All code undergoes security scanning before deployment.
What is your typical project timeline?
Power Apps projects typically deliver an MVP in 2-6 weeks. .NET/Azure enterprise applications range from 8-16 weeks depending on complexity. We use agile sprints with bi-weekly demos so you see progress throughout. Complex multi-phase programs are planned with clear milestones.
Can we extend Power Apps applications ourselves?
Absolutely. Power Apps is designed for citizen developer involvement. We provide training, documentation, and governance frameworks that allow your business users to safely extend functionality while IT maintains oversight and security standards.
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