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How To Infuse Adaptability Into Software Testing

Embracing change helps both the individual tester and the team

Pave the Way for Speedy, Simple Cross-border Payments

Traditionally costly and cumbersome, it’s time to streamline cross-border payments

‘Tis The Season: What Shoppers Want in Winter 2023

In October 2023, Applause conducted its annual holiday shopping survey to gather research on consumer trends ahead of the festive season.

4 Key Challenges of AI Artifact Collection

Training AI algorithms is a massive undertaking

Crowdsourced Software Testing FAQs

We answer some common questions about crowdtesting

Experts Discuss How to Improve Testing Efficiency

It takes the whole organization to reduce unnecessary QA costs

Testing the Evolving Digital Automotive Experience

Automobile manufacturers face a difficult task validating software in a digital-first world

How To Infuse Adaptability Into Software Testing

Embracing change helps both the individual tester and the team

Pave the Way for Speedy, Simple Cross-border Payments

Traditionally costly and cumbersome, it’s time to streamline cross-border payments

‘Tis The Season: What Shoppers Want in Winter 2023

In October 2023, Applause conducted its annual holiday shopping survey to gather research on consumer trends ahead of the festive season.

4 Key Challenges of AI Artifact Collection

Training AI algorithms is a massive undertaking

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Keys to Quality Health and Wellness Experiences

Dig into data and insights from our State of Digital Quality in Health and Wellness 2023 report

International Women’s Day 2023: Embracing Equity

Read an interview with Crystal North, Director of Sales Enablement, Air Force combat veteran, and leader of Applause’s new women’s affinity group.

Applause Launches Ready, Test, Go. Podcast

New digital quality podcast features expert guests talking software engineering and quality

Celebrate Women In Tech Month

Each May, we highlight some exceptional female uTesters and Applause employees to learn about their careers in the tech industry.

Pulsing Perceptions and Use of AI Voice Apps

Applause surveyed its global testing community on expectations for voice and AI technologies

Applause: Grateful To Serve the Communities Where We Operate

Once again, global employees help those in need

JavaScript SDK Enables Test Automation Across OTT Platforms

Unlock the power of the world’s most popular programming language

Crowdtesting

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Five Advantages of Crowdtesting

See why crowdtesting has the edge over in-house, lab-based and offshore software testing

Four Ways Crowdtesting Drives Operational Efficiency and Cost-Effective Development

Read about the ways crowdtesting can help firms produce high-quality digital experiences while keeping costs in check

How to Onboard a Crowdtesting Partner Effectively

Guidance on getting started with a crowdtesting vendor to improve your organization’s quality, speed, and agility.

The Pros and Cons of a Bug Bounty Program

Bug bounties can uncover defects and vulnerabilities, but aren’t a digital quality catch-all

Top 3 Digital Quality Challenges in Media and Telco

Media and telecommunications companies thrive with an adaptive and thoughtful approach to digital quality

4 Ways to Get Maximum Value from Exploratory Testing

Well-planned exploratory testing can uncover critical issues and help dramatically improve the customer experience. See how to guide testers to where exploration can yield the greatest returns.

3 Keys to an Effective QA Organization

Get your internal, external and crowdsourced testers on the same page

Customer Stories & Insight

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Generative AI Use Is Growing – Along With Concerns About Bias

See the results of Applause’s survey on generative AI use and user sentiment

Creating Seamless B2B Software Experiences for All Users

B2B software companies must ensure they cater to multiple audiences, often with varied needs, to stay ahead in a competitive market.

Digital Quality Considerations for Banks, Financial Service Providers and FinTechs

Insights from the 2023 State of Digital Quality in Finance report

5 Highlights from the 2023 State of Digital Quality in Europe Report

Learn what's in the State of Digital Quality in Europe report this year

Why Creativity and Collaboration Matter in Software Testing

When choosing a software testing partner, don’t leave creativity and unique testing experience off your requirements checklist

How Vodafone Shifted User Acceptance Testing Left

Learn how Vodafone embraced Agile and shifted user acceptance testing (UAT) left.

Survey Shows AI Voice App Usage on the Rise Amid Growing Concerns About Bias

See the results of Applause’s second annual survey on AI and voice trends

Dev & QA Trends

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Automation and Manual Accessibility Testing: When To Use Which

Knowing which tasks are best suited to each type of testing helps ensure efficiency and effectiveness when assessing accessibility

Make Every Day World Usability Day

Take time today to consider how well your digital experiences serve different audiences

Get Ready for the European Accessibility Act

Read the highlights from our recent webinar on how to prepare for the new law

Accessibility Testing: Everything You Need To Know

There's a lot to consider when working to make your digital properties accessible and inclusive

What Is Back-End Testing for Applications?

Peek behind the UI curtain to infuse quality

5 Threats to Streaming Content Protection

Protect streaming media revenue against its many emerging threats

Understanding Generative AI: Answers to Some FAQs

Learn why generative AI’s popularity has skyrocketed, what makes it so special, and how to develop trustworthy genAI apps with these frequently asked questions.