Quality and Testing

Quality and Testing are integral components of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Rigorous testing processes are implemented across ERP modules to identify and rectify potential issues, guaranteeing seamless functionality. Quality assurance measures within ERP systems encompass data accuracy, system integrations, and compliance with industry standards. Thorough testing protocols address security, user interfaces, and the overall user experience, ensuring a healthy and error-free ERP environment. Continuous quality improvement is facilitated through regular updates, patches, and feedback mechanisms. By prioritizing Quality and Testing, ERP systems uphold their effectiveness, providing organizations with reliable and high-performance solutions that meet evolving business needs while maintaining the integrity of data and processes.

Quality and Testing
‘The “SaaSpocalypse” Narrative is Conflating Disruption With Complete Elimination:’ Rick Rider
Infor's Rick Rider argues that rather than the "SaaSpocalypse" narrative suggesting autonomous AI will replace traditional SaaS, vertical industry-specific SaaS will actually enhance AI's reliability and precision.
Supply Chain Management
RxERP Integrates Embedded Microtransponder Technology for Improved Pharmaceutical Traceability
RxERP and p-Chip Corporation announced a licensing agreement to embed light-activated microtransponder tags into the pharmaceutical ERP platform’s serialization workflows, enabling unit-level digital identity for Drug Supply Chain Security Act compliance and end-to-end traceability. The integration links p-Chip’s permanently embedded...
Coda
Application Development and Integration
i-Tech Support Brings AI Decision Intelligence to Acumatica Customers
i-Tech Support has partnered with ConverSight to provide AI-powered decision intelligence for Acumatica ERP customers, enabling faster actionable insights from ERP data with a prebuilt analytics solution.
CRM and Customer Experience
Sage CRM 2026 R1 Prioritizes Stability Over Features in Strategic Reset
Sage's CRM 2026 R1 release, set for late March, emphasizes a predictable release cadence that facilitates smoother integrations and prepares for future AI capabilities.
Supply Chain Management
The Access Group Acquires MaxOptra to Strengthen Supply Chain ERP Portfolio
The Access Group's acquisition of MaxOptra enhances its supply chain division by integrating AI-driven route optimization for mid-market fleet operators, addressing industry-specific operational challenges as the global route optimization software market is expected to grow significantly.
Analytics and AI
Panaya’s AI-Driven Autonomous Testing Layer Designed to Ease ERP Bottlenecks
Panaya's Seemore agentic AI layer enhances autonomous testing for SAP, Oracle, and Salesforce, allowing enterprise teams to manage updates more efficiently through risk analysis, codeless test creation and self-healing scripts, amid an anticipated surge in the automation testing market driven by the demand for AI-ready ERP capabilities.
Quality and Testing
The Cloud Velocity Trap for Testing
CIOs face significant challenges during ERP migrations due to inadequate testing strategies and a rush towards AI solutions, highlighting the necessity for continuous testing and thorough documentation to ensure successful system integration.
Security
ServiceNow’s Armis Acquisition Signals Strategic Enterprise IT Push
ServiceNow's $7.75 billion acquisition of Armis aims to enhance its cybersecurity offerings by merging its configuration management database with Armis' real-time asset discovery tools, thereby tripling its security revenue and addressing the integrated vulnerability management needs of enterprises.
Cloud Platform and Technology
Oil and Gas ERP Leaders Signal Agentic AI Push in Recent Deployments
Oil and gas operators are prioritizing digital transformation through cloud ERP modernizations with autonomous AI agents and unified data platforms, highlighting the industry's focus on operational efficiency and competitive advantage.
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Analytics and AI
IBM Embeds AI Consulting Tools Inside Microsoft Copilot, Cites 250,000 Hours Saved
IBM integrates its Consulting Advantage with Microsoft Copilot to enhance efficiency for consultants, saving over 250,000 hours annually, by optimizing access to proprietary information within familiar Microsoft 365 applications while maintaining governance and oversight.
Quality and Testing
The Quarterly Update Death Spiral: Why 73% of ERP Teams Can’t Keep Up with Continuous Testing Demands
The shift to quarterly updates in cloud ERP systems is overwhelming IT teams, as traditional testing cycles are insufficient to handle increased release frequencies, leading to significant risks and challenges; however, adopting codeless test automation and cross-application capabilities can help organizations thrive amidst these changes.
Quality and Testing
Fónua Maintains Testing Agility in Move to Infor CloudSuite with Assist from Original Software
As businesses rapidly migrate to cloud ERP, traditional testing methods struggle to keep pace with frequent updates, prompting a shift towards no-code testing platforms that enable faster, more agile quality assurance and position companies like Fónua for competitive advantage amidst growing digital transformation demands.
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Quality and Testing
Why Testing Your Unique Environment Is Critical After Infor Updates
Infor's April 2025 release introduces significant enhancements for CloudSuite customers, including advanced AI features and improved integration, but also poses risks to custom configurations that require proactive testing strategies to mitigate operational disruptions as organizations adapt to the rapid update cadence.
Quality and Testing
Opkey helps Cottage Health achieve 85% of Test Automation Coverage
Opkey helped Cottage Health achieve 85% test automation coverage for Oracle Cloud apps, leading to a 250% increase in test-team productivity. The platform's pre-built test accelerators and real-time impact analysis optimized testing workflows and reduced compliance risks.
AI-Powered Testing
Quality and Testing
Protecting and Maximizing ERP Investment through Testing
As organizations upgrade to modern ERP systems like SAP S/4HANA, the CEO of Original Software, Colin Armitage, highlights the importance of streamlined, low-code testing solutions to ensure software quality amidst increasing update frequencies and complex application ecosystems, while suggesting that businesses should evaluate their pain points and focus on automating critical processes.
The Hidden ROI of Testing and Monitoring in ERP Systems
Quality and Testing
The Hidden ROI of Testing and Monitoring in ERP Systems
Effective management of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is crucial for modern businesses, as these dynamic platforms require ongoing testing, quality assurance, and real-time monitoring to mitigate risks and enhance performance, thereby transforming potential pitfalls into opportunities for growth.
Quality and Testing
Why ERP Cloud Migrations Demand a New Approach to Testing
Migrating ERP systems to the cloud promises greater agility and innovation but introduces complexities that necessitate a continuous, business-driven testing strategy, which can be effectively managed with tools like Original Software that empower non-technical users and facilitate ongoing process validation.
Quality and Testing
Streamlining Critical Upgrades: How ViaSat Lowered Risk and Raised Quality with Intelligent Testing
ViaSat's strategic use of Original Software's user-friendly testing platform for their Oracle EBS R12 upgrade significantly reduced risks, improved audit readiness, and enhanced software quality by enabling comprehensive documentation and automation, positioning the company for future efficiency gains.
Quality and Testing
The Critical First Step to Automation: Documenting Your Business Processes
To successfully implement automation and achieve improved efficiency, businesses must first document their existing processes to avoid automating inefficiencies and to create a solid foundation for effective automation.
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Quality and Testing
The Hidden Risks of Cloud Migration: How to Ensure a Smooth Transition with Testing
Migrating an ERP system to the cloud offers benefits such as scalability and cost savings, but poses significant risks like data integrity issues and security vulnerabilities, necessitating a structured testing strategy to ensure a smooth transition.
Quality and Testing
SAP S/4HANA Migration Guide: Key Steps for Faster, Safer SAP Updates
If your S/4HANA migration is greenfield, brownfield, or in between, learn how to avoid false starts and unexpected costs with change impact analysis and automated testing. Find other insightful content from Tricentis on their Partner Page.
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Quality and Testing
Test automation may not be as expensive as you think
In the ERP sector, while test automation may appear costly compared to free tools and outsourcing, experts advise that investing in the right automation solution can prevent inefficiencies and ultimately save money by enhancing the testing process and reducing long-term burdens.
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Quality and Testing
Easy software upgrade is not a dream – with automated testing, it’s already here
The Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company successfully overcame the complexities of upgrading its SAP ERP system by implementing automated testing solutions, which streamlined processes, reduced costs and minimized disruption, ultimately establishing a sustainable regression testing practice.
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Quality and Testing
AI will not turn software testing upside down – but it can certainly help you
Despite the significant buzz around AI's potential to enhance software testing processes, experts caution that while AI can improve certain aspects of testing, it cannot fully replace traditional methods due to the complexity of systems and the challenges associated with generating and managing test data.
Quality and Testing
Webinar – Is the cloud about to crash your business…?
This webinar will address the risks of cloud application updates on ERP systems, highlighting a code-free testing platform to enhance testing coverage and maintain business continuity amid the prevalent issue of inadequate update testing among companies.
Quality and Testing
Webinar – Is the cloud about to crash your business…?
This webinar will address the risks of cloud application updates on ERP systems, highlighting a code-free testing platform to enhance testing coverage and maintain business continuity amid the prevalent issue of inadequate update testing among companies.
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Quality and Testing
Test today or regret it tomorrow
One weekend of technical mayhem was all it took to remind organizations how integral it is to test software thoroughly before deployment. Invest in the right testing tools and you won’t be caught unawares at the next software update.
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