Maia for
Smart Apps
Everything you need to build agentic, genAI, and ML-powered applications
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Smart apps made simple, fast, and accessible
Maia for Smart Apps makes AI innovation faster and more accessible than ever before. With Mendix, you can easily build:
- AI Agents for new apps or to add to your existing apps
- GenAI-powered chatbots
- AI/ML-powered smart apps
Mendix is the only platform of its kind with the enterprise-grade versatility, speed, and governance you need to deliver the most engaging smart applications.

Develop and deploy with versatility
Maia for Smart Apps offers the most flexible low-code deployment options, giving you the freedom to experiment, develop, and deliver smart applications.

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Use Mendix Cloud GenAI Resource Packs to leverage in-platform GenAI solutions. Connect to models in your environment with the Amazon Bedrock Connector and the OpenAI Connector.
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Use Mendix GenAI for Azure to connect to OpenAI’s GPT models and Mendix GenAI for AWS to connect to any GenAI model on Amazon Bedrock.
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Bring your own GenAI Connector and easily use your desired LLM model to fully integrate it into the Mendix architecture.
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Utilize our Machine Learning Kit to embed custom AI/ML models into your Mendix applications for reduced operational costs, less latency, and better data privacy.
Jumpstart smart app development
Easily create tailored GenAI solutions with a set of pre-built components and pre-configured starter apps that seamlessly integrate with our flexible hosting options.

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Leverage reusable components to easily implement an AI chatbot in your Mendix solutions with Conversational UI.
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Get started with Agentic AI with the Agent Builder Starter App.
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Build your own private, enterprise-grade ChatGPT-like solution with the AI Bot Starter App.
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Create your own GenAI support assistant with the Support Assistant Starter App.
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Recommend answers for new RFP based on previous RFPs with the RFP Assistant Starter App.
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Connect your app to an MCP Client with the MCP Server module and access your Mendix app from anywhere.
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Ground your LLM in data and integrate GenAI capabilities to get more personalized answers.
Control and govern everything AI
Deliver more accurate, context-aware responses, workflows, and real-time data. Mendix gives you the controls to ensure your GenAI and AI agents are smart, secure, and cost-effective.

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Enhance apps with GenAI solutions using your own data with the Mendix Cloud Knowledge Base Resource Pack. This tool handles all the technical setup, so you can focus on building and improving your app.
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Leverage Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) so models can access up-to-date, relevant information directly from a knowledge base or external sources.
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Use in-platform Prompt Management to craft and test system prompts that help GenAI models produce the most precise, relevant outputs.
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Track and manage the number of tokens used by GenAI models to compare estimated usage costs against perceived ROI with our Token Consumption Monitor.
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Connect to external systems and APIs to enable GenAI models to execute complex tasks beyond simple text generation with Function Calling (ReAct pattern).
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- Do I need an external subscription to services like AWS Bedrock or OpenAI, or do I need to create my own LLM to build Smart Apps?
Not necessary. With Mendix Cloud GenAI Resource Packs, you can build AI systems without needing separate accounts or subscriptions to external services like Amazon Bedrock or OpenAI, or without creating your own LLMs.
These resource packs make it easy for Mendix users to tap into powerful GenAI capabilities. No complicated setup required.
- Where can I find more information on how to start with GenAI in Mendix?
There are several options on how to start. Some examples can be found below:
- Check our documentation about enriching your Mendix App with GenAI capabilities, and start building by following our how to guides.
- Talk with your CSM on options like AI Experience days, AI Hackathon, AI portfolio or more.
- Am I limited to using only one type of AI capabilities per application (embedded or hosted)?
No, you can use a combination of embedded and hosted AI capabilities.
Mendix provides a unified, integrated developer experience with a wealth of AI services and models at your fingertips. Compose solutions from a multitude of AP capabilities to create new and innovative digital experiences for customer and employees.