Flowise: complete definition in AI for SMEs

Flowise is an open-source no-code platform that lets you build Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) applications and AI agents via a visual interface: you connect a model, a vector database, document sources and tools by drag-and-drop, then the generated application is exposed via an API. It is an accessible entry point between pure no-code and custom development.

What it changes for an SME

Flowise is ideal for building a first document assistant without a developer:

• an internal assistant that answers from your procedures: connect the files → choose a model → test questions → publish a link;
• a support agent that searches the knowledge base before answering;
• a RAG prototype validated in days before heavier development.

Flowise can run locally or on your own server, keeping your documents in-house — an advantage for sensitive data.

What you should know

Flowise covers the essentials for a first assistant but hits limits on complex business logic and high volumes. In fractional AI leadership, we use it to quickly validate a use case, then migrate to a more robust architecture if the project moves to high-load production.