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The solution integrates Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint Online, and Azure Active Directory to enable secure, traceable, and device-independent workflows for managing organizational documents. By combining graphical interfaces, automated approval logic, and enterprise-grade identity management, the system supports real-time collaboration and compliance with records\u2019 governance standards. A comparative analysis with traditional enterprise content management and open-source web architectures demonstrates substantial advantages in deployment speed, scalability, and auditability. Empirical results from a six-week pilot involving multiple users indicate a reduction in approval cycle time, high user satisfaction, and strong cost-efficiency relative to conventional development models. The findings highlight how low-code ecosystems operationalize digital transformation by empowering non-technical users to automate complex workflows while maintaining security and governance integrity. 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