Vendor lock-in
Over-dependence on a single platform that makes switching costly. Zapier lock-in means your 200 workflows and all their logic only exist on Zapier you can't export them. PURIST builds on n8n (open source) and documents everything to prevent lock-in.
Expert insight
The cost of switching platforms is often the reason businesses stay on tools they've outgrown. Own your workflows.
In a real workflow
Workflows built on open-source n8n can be moved to another server, unlike proprietary scenarios.
Common mistakes
- Building critical processes on features you cannot export.
- Ignoring exit costs.
Complexity level
Anyone can understand this no technical background needed.
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