In the fast-growing world of modern business, where agility and adaptability dominate, companies continually strive to enhance their operations while upholding rigorous standards of quality. One strategy for achieving this traction is the utilization of consultants for Quality Assurance (QA) instead of hiring full-time employees. While this approach offers a number of benefits, it's essential to recognize that consultants alone may not always be the answer. Instead, a balanced combination of consultants and in-house expertise is key to achieving optimal QA outcomes.

In the competitive realm of software development, ensuring high-quality products is essential for success. One key aspect of achieving this goal is implementing robust Quality Assurance (QA) processes. However, determining the most effective consultant delivery model for QA initiatives can be a strategic decision with significant implications. In addition, the scarcity of skilled engineers in the industry poses a significant challenge, further complicating the process of establishing effective QA practices. In this blog post, we'll explore various consultant delivery models tailored for software QA, providing insights to help businesses in the tech industry make informed choices.

In this article, I would like to explore the topic of ineffective retrospectives and why teams often overlook this meeting, even though it is one of the most important Scrum events. Of course, I will also share techniques that have helped me and my teams organize more productive and effective retrospectives that no one wants to skip.

Integrating DevOps practices in software development has revolutionized how teams collaborate and deliver products. It is all about deploying continuously, delivering new features faster, and encouraging teams to collaborate and work together more than ever. Despite many benefits, maintaining high-quality standards in the fast-paced DevOps environment poses unique challenges which we can overcome by establishing simple practices in the team.

How many times have you opened your website and thought that even the client side is quite telling you: “You shall not pass!”

In the era of low-code/no-code technology, organizations are witnessing a transformative shift in app development. Empowering business users without extensive software development knowledge, these platforms enable the creation of custom applications and digital support systems effortlessly. When paired with generative AI, the potential for innovation and efficiency reaches unprecedented heights.

In this blog post, we will explore the challenges faced by Enterprise organizations when implementing or managing test automation frameworks and how a robust framework can streamline the process. CTOs and product owners will gain valuable insights into improving their automated testing strategies.

In the ever-changing world of software development, it is sometimes useful to look at other areas where deficiencies in quality assurance have had serious consequences. A recent example is the British post scandal, which has become a hot topic after a widely discussed TV series. This case provides valuable insights into why quality assurance is crucial, not only in software development but also in other areas of society. Read more about the scandal here.

In the days leading up to the holidays, we received the news that our industrial PhD candidate, Adha Hrusto, has had one of her articles accepted for publication at the prestigious International Conference on Software Engineering (ICSE). This conference is the 46th in its series and will take place in Lisbon from April 14th to 20th this year. 

In the dynamic energy sector, the role of Quality Assurance (QA) becomes pivotal in delivering solutions that meet the expectations and requirements of various users. In this blog post, we'll explore the significance of high-quality and well-prepared acceptance tests, with a focus on users such as customer service and finance departments.