Driving Innovation in Test Automation with Worksoft and its New Leadership  

⇨ For digital innovation to deliver the expected business outcomes, the new software and workflows need to be tested on an ongoing basis to ensure both quality and performance.

⇨ With its no-code solutions that bridge the gap between business and IT, Worksoft has consistently helped companies accelerate their digital transformation initiatives.

⇨ Companies interested can see Worksoft at the SAPinsider Summit in Dallas on October 24 and 25 and in Copenhagen from November 12 to 14.

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, enterprise software must constantly evolve to meet the demands of modern businesses. For this innovation to deliver the expected business outcomes, the new software and workflows need to be tested on an ongoing basis to ensure both quality and performance. Worksoft, a leading company in Enterprise Application test automation, has positioned itself as a critical player in this space by helping organizations test and implement software at an accelerated pace.

With its no-code solutions that bridge the gap between business and IT, Worksoft has consistently helped companies accelerate their digital transformation initiatives. Now, with the appointment of three new executives – Matt Schwartz as CEO, Linda Hayes as Senior VP of Enablement, and Aftab Alam as Chief Product Officer, Worksoft is set to drive even greater innovation and efficiency in test automation.

The Significance of Testing Efficiently 

Traditionally viewed as a final hurdle before software goes live, testing has become an integral part of continuous development cycles. The shift toward agile and DevOps methodologies has underscored the importance of testing throughout the software development lifecycle. Matt Schwartz states, “I’ve seen more SAP programs fail because of the inability to get the business involved in testing the applications. Worksoft makes it easy for organizations to avoid failure by ensuring that the business is involved in testing early on.”

The rise of SAP S/4HANA, cloud services, generative AI, constant system updates and integration of new functionalities post-go-live drive the need for test automation. Matt emphasizes, “After you go live with S/4, the magic happens. But you will need to continuously test as changes occur rapidly, whether you’re adding additional SAP LOB business applications, BTP, or even generative AI capabilities.”

This is where Worksoft stands out. Unlike other test automation tools that require coding skills or rely on manual input from IT, Worksoft’s no-code, business-friendly automation tool captures day-to-day user activities transparently as users do their daily work.

Worksoft’s No-Code Solution  

Worksoft’s no-code capability is a true market differentiator. Linda Hayes, who founded the company, elaborates on this feature: “We have a patent on our codeless capability, and we put automation into the hands of people who understand the business – the end users of the systems, while providing the governance needed by IT and audit teams. Testing has traditionally been an engineering exercise, but we’ve removed that friction.” She adds, “There’s magic about watching a test run all by itself – it is exciting.”

This ease of use has made Worksoft a preferred solution for companies undergoing digital transformation, especially those migrating to SAP S/4HANA. Worksoft’s Capture tool lets users record their everyday tasks and automatically generate test scripts and high fidelity documentation. Matt says, “The business users are just doing their day jobs. We’re capturing that and automatically creating business process documentation, turning it into a test that can be automated at scale, all without requiring them to write code.”

This ability to involve the business in testing not only accelerates the process but also significantly reduces the risk of errors and rework. Aftab points out, “If you wait until the last milestone for user acceptance testing, the rate of project failures increases exponentially. By shifting testing to the left, you reduce the cost and risk of rework and increase the velocity of business results.”

Aftab emphasizes three critical considerations for organizations undergoing digital transformation:

• Digital transformation is an ongoing process, not simply a one-time migration from SAP ECC to SAP S/4 HANA.
• With the right tools, testing can be simplified and made more efficient, allowing businesses to achieve measurable results quickly.
• Shifting testing to earlier stages in the development process is crucial for avoiding costly rework and ensuring project success by involving business users early.

The New Executive Team  

Adding Matt Schwartz, Linda Hayes, and Aftab Alam to the executive team marks a new chapter for Worksoft. All three executives bring a wealth of experience and share a common vision of advancing Worksoft’s mission to drive innovation and customer success.

Matt Schwartz, who has spent over 28 years in the SAP space, explains why Worksoft was the perfect fit for him. “I’ve never met a business user who is excited about SAP testing,” he says. They all have day jobs to do, and Worksoft makes it easy for them to get involved easily and earlier, which helps avoid project failure.” Matt’s experience in leading large-scale SAP programs made Worksoft an attractive opportunity, as it uniquely enables businesses to navigate complex transformations successfully.

Linda Hayes, returning as Senior VP of Enablement, shares her passion for the company she founded. “I founded Worksoft because I saw a gap in how testing was being done. It was too reliant on engineers and too burdensome for the business. We needed to empower business users, and Worksoft’s no-code solution does just that,” she says. For Linda, the no-code automation approach is what makes Worksoft so unique.

Aftab Alam, the new Chief Product Officer, brings extensive expertise in implementing agile system development processes and explains that Worksoft’s mission aligns perfectly with his goals. “I’ve spent the last decade focused on shifting testing left and implementing agile processes. Worksoft’s approach is aligned with reducing rework and increasing business velocity,” Aftab explains. He also highlights how Worksoft’s Capture tool, along with Worksoft Certify, simplifies complex test cases. These tests can then be scaled and managed with Continuous Test Manager, providing comprehensive test coverage and impact analysis, making the process seamless for businesses – at the scale demanded by the most complex organizations in the world.

Together, these executives bring a clear focus on leveraging automation and AI to help companies manage complex SAP transformations and drive successful business outcomes.

Worksoft’s Expansion, Partnerships and the Future  

Worksoft has long been known for its deep partnership with SAP, and this relationship remains at the heart of its growth strategy. Matt explains, “We were the first test automation solution to be certified with SAP. We’re a large part of their partner network, both on the global systems integrators and other ISV solutions that they work with.”

Worksoft works with companies across industries, including oil and gas, financial services, consumer products, automotive, healthcare, life sciences, and Defense. Its solutions are used by organizations with both SAP and non-SAP applications. This flexibility has enabled Worksoft to expand into the Mid-Market with SAP’s Public Cloud offering, GROW, and new regions, particularly in Asia and Latin America, where demand for test automation proliferates.

Worksoft is positioning itself at the forefront of delivering AI-driven test automation as the industry moves towards more advanced technologies. With companies under increasing pressure to deliver software updates quickly and without error, Worksoft’s no-code automation offers the perfect solution to keep pace with the speed of change.

Worksoft stands out as a leader in test automation thanks to its no-code solution, deep partnerships, and commitment to innovation. As Linda Hayes puts it, “Worksoft is something special because it’s a single-user experience that captures everything from process documentation to test scripts, all without requiring any code.”

For organizations looking to de-risk their SAP transformations, speed up delivery, and involve business users in the testing process, Worksoft is an ideal choice. Matt advises, “If you haven’t looked at Worksoft yet, take 30 minutes to talk to us. It could be the most valuable 30 minutes of your SAP journey.” In addition, companies interested can see Worksoft at the SAPinsider Summit in Dallas on October 24 and 25 and in Copenhagen from November 12 to 14.

Worksoft’s vision for the future is clear: continue delivering exceptional value through innovation, helping customers easily navigate the complexities of digital transformation. With a talented leadership team and innovative offerings, Worksoft is well on its way to shaping the future of test automation.

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