In this article you will read about when test automation makes sense, what tools are available and how to successfully deploy it within your organization.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text el_class=”nooitklein”]\n
Test automation is the automated execution of software tests using tooling. Instead of manual testing, scripts or low-code solutions are deployed to continuously monitor applications.<\/p>\n
This provides:<\/p>\n
The goal is not only to speed up testing, but above all to structurally improve software quality.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”nooitklein”]\n
Test automation is especially valuable when software changes frequently or when systems are integrated with each other.<\/p>\n
Consider situations such as:<\/p>\n
Unsure if test automation makes sense within your organization? Tacstone helps determine the right approach.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”nooitklein”]\n
The choice of tooling depends on the type of application and IT landscape.<\/p>\n
Commonly used tools are:<\/p>\n
For enterprise environments, the ability to test multiple systems simultaneously is especially important.[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”10384″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”20px” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text el_class=”nooitklein”]\n
UiPath offers comprehensive capabilities for test automation within complex IT landscapes. With UiPath Test Cloud<\/a>, organizations can test entire business processes across multiple systems.<\/p>\n Unlike traditional tools, UiPath focuses on:<\/p>\n This allows tests not only to verify functionality, but also to validate entire business processes.[\/vc_column_text][mpbr_video_lightbox link_style=”play_button_2″ mpbr_play_button_color=”Default-Accent-Color” image_url=”10382″ hover_effect=”defaut” box_shadow=”none” border_radius=”none” play_button_size=”default” video_url=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=m_buRkBwL5A”][vc_column_text el_class=”nooitklein”]\n Test automation is often seen as a technical solution, but it touches directly on quality and governance.<\/p>\n A good approach includes:<\/p>\n Together with partner PTWEE, Tacstone is positioning test automation within a broader quality engineering approach that brings together technology, processes and organization.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”nooitklein”]\n Test automation does not stand alone, but is part of a broader vision of software quality and quality engineering. That is why Tacstone Technology is working with PTWEE, a specialist in test strategy and quality assurance.<\/p>\n Where Tacstone focuses on technology, automation and integration, PTWEE brings deep expertise in:<\/p>\n This collaboration creates an integrated approach in which test automation is not only properly set up technically, but is also secured organizationally and process-wise.<\/p>\n Specifically, this means that organizations not only test faster and more efficiently, but also work structurally toward higher software quality and better collaboration between development, testing and business.<\/p>\n Read more about this collaboration in the article on PTWEE<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”nooitklein”]\n Tacstone supports organizations in setting up and professionalizing test automation.<\/p>\n This includes:<\/p>\n The focus is not just on technology, but on sustainable software quality.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”nooitklein”]\n Test automation makes it possible to develop software faster without sacrificing quality. Automating repetitive tests creates more control over releases and less dependence on manual work.<\/p>\n The greatest value occurs when test automation becomes part of a broader quality strategy.<\/p>\n Schedule a free consultation<\/a> with Tacstone to discover how test automation can be set up within your organization.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”80px” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”column_reverse” column_direction_phone=”column_reverse” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”80″ constrain_group_1=”yes” bottom_padding=”80″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” class=”component_faq design__element design__element–right design__element–large” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”100″][toggles style=”default” accordion=”true” accordion_starting_functionality=”default”][toggle color=”Default” title=”What is test automation and when does it make sense?”][vc_column_text]Test automation is the automated execution of software tests using tooling, rather than manual testing. It is especially useful for applications that are frequently modified, complex IT landscapes and when fast, reliable releases are important. Test automation increases test coverage and reduces turnaround times.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” title=”Which test automation tools are suitable for enterprise environments?”][vc_column_text]Enterprise environments require tools that can support multiple applications, technologies and processes. In addition to open-source tools such as Selenium and Cypress, platforms that enable end-to-end testing across Web, desktop, ERP and legacy systems are used for this purpose, depending on the IT landscape and testing strategy.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” title=”What is the difference between UiPath and other test automation tools?”][vc_column_text]UiPath stands out because it combines test automation with RPA within a single platform. With solutions such as UiPath Test Cloud, organizations can test entire business processes across multiple applications, including desktop and ERP environments. This makes UiPath particularly suitable for complex enterprise landscapes.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” title=”Is test automation only a technical matter?”][vc_column_text]No, test automation is not just technical. It touches directly on quality, compliance and governance. A good test automation approach supports reproducible results, understanding of risk and demonstrable quality in releases. That’s why test automation is most effective when it is part of a broader quality engineering and DevOps strategy.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” title=”How does Tacstone support organizations with test automation?”][vc_column_text]Tacstone Technology supports organizations in the selection, implementation and ongoing development of test automation. This includes tool selection, end-to-end test strategy design, integration with CI\/CD processes and structural management. In collaboration with partners such as PTWEE, test automation is placed within a broader vision of software quality.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” title=”What is the difference between test automation and agentic testing?”][vc_column_text]Test automation focuses on automatically executing predefined test scenarios based on fixed scripts and expected outcomes. Agentic testing<\/a> goes a step further: it involves AI agents that can independently generate, adapt and execute test scenarios based on context, observations and changing application behavior. Whereas test automation primarily offers predictability and repeatability, agentic testing focuses on adaptivity and detecting unexpected errors.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][\/toggles][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” el_class=”card__gradient” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”450″][vc_column_text]\n Read the most frequently asked questions about Test Automation here.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Discover how test automation secures software quality in complex IT landscapes, with UiPath Test Cloud, quality engineering and expertise from Tacstone.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":8492,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10068","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n
Why test automation is more than just tooling<\/h2>\n
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What does the collaboration between Tacstone and PTWEE mean for test automation?<\/h2>\n
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How does Tacstone help with test automation?<\/h2>\n
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Summary: why test automation is essential<\/h2>\n
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