Automated Functional Testing & Why It’s Crucial To Modern QA

Quality assurance (QA) teams have traditionally relied on manual smoke and regression tests for functional testing. However, as the demand for rapid and reliable software releases grows, so does the…

Understanding the Differences: Smoke Testing vs Functional Testing

Quality and functionality are critical factors in software development. This is where testing methodologies like smoke testing and functional testing come into play. Smoke testing is a high-level, preliminary testing…

Transforming QA Into a Strategic Value Added Initiative

Quality assurance (QA) activities are often seen as a necessary yet time-consuming and expensive process. This outlook can often limit the potential and impact of good QA.  In reality, QA…

13 Reasons Why Manual Testing Is Still Important

New apps and products enter the market daily, each undergoing rigorous testing before release. As automated processes advance across various industries, software development is no exception. Many quality assurance (QA)…

What are Regression Defects?

Regression defects are unexpected errors that arise in previously functional software following updates or modifications to the codebase.  A significant 85% of development managers agree that reducing technical debt, including…

Quality Engineering for CEOs: How Much Should You Spend? (Part II)

Is there a formula or approach to estimate how much you should spend on your quality engineering (QE) efforts? Our CEO, Steve Semelsberger, is frequently asked that question in discussions…

Automated Testing Strategy: How to Develop Yours [ +Template]

This article serves as a step-by-step guide for creating a test automation strategy. It will help you answer why, when, and how to perform automated testing, so you can not…

Why Is Testing So Important in Digital Banking?

From traditional brick-and-mortar establishments to sophisticated online platforms, the banking and fintech landscape has drastically evolved. Today, customers expect flawless digital experiences.  Any flaw in the experience can cost you…

QA Testing Best Practices 

Today, as businesses invest approximately 23% of their annual IT budget in QA and testing, the field of QA is undergoing a transformative shift. QA teams are often tasked with…