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Original Software exists to democratize software quality. For too long, organizations large and small all over the world have been hampered by software that doesn’t live up to its potential because of poor testing. Our company was founded to right that wrong, and to help every organization be all it can be. 
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  • 10 software testing fundamentals everyone should know
    This article provides ten essential strategies for establishing an effective software testing function within organizations, emphasizing the importance of aligning testing with business processes, creating comprehensive test cases, facilitating user-friendly testing experiences, and integrating with development teams.
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    Scale your software testing on a single platform, here’s how
    Software testing has come a long way in the last ten years. Test automation has significantly eased the burden on test managers, for instance. But there’s further to go.
  • Most ERP transformations projects fail. Testing can change that
    According to McKinsey, the average success rate for transformation projects is only 31%, with significant value loss during implementation, underscoring the critical importance of effective software testing to improve ERP migration outcomes.
  • Should you be paying more attention to the risks of bad UAT?
    The article discusses the increasing risks to business continuity posed by user acceptance testing (UAT) as organizations shift core applications to the cloud, highlighting that inadequate testing processes may allow bugs to enter production, leading to costly operational disruptions.
  • Busting testing myths #1: “We can automate UAT”
    While test automation can assist with certain aspects of user acceptance testing (UAT), it cannot fully replace the human element required for effective UAT, though regression testing components within UAT can be automated to enhance efficiency.
  • ERP migrations and the shifting dynamic between vendors and clients
    The shift to cloud-based ERP systems offers enterprises benefits like reduced capital expenditure and simplified management, but also results in less control over pricing and updates, potentially leading to vendor price increases that clients may feel compelled to accept due to the complexities of migration.
  • What’s the best test management process?
    This article outlines a simplified approach to managing software testing by addressing three key questions—what to test, how to test, and when to test—while emphasizing the importance of having a comprehensive testing plan, utilizing proper tools, and optimizing processes for better software delivery.
  • Test today. Or be in the news tomorrow 😥
    A recent wave of technical failures at major brands like McDonald's, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Greggs, attributed to untested software updates, highlights the critical need for rigorous testing in the business sector to prevent revenue losses and damage to brand reputation.
  • Where does the time go in testing?
    Many software testing professionals face significant time constraints when building test cases, with a majority citing deadlines as their biggest challenge, but utilizing specialized testing tools can dramatically reduce the time required and improve efficiency in the testing process.