Software testing

Software testers turn to AI to improve productivity

A new global study of over 1,600 software testers reveals that 78 percent have already adopted some form of AI to improve productivity.

The report from LambdaTest also shows companies are working to respond to the need for greater software reliability with 72 percent of organizations involving testers in 'sprint' planning sessions, signaling a substantial shift towards software quality being considered earlier in the software development lifecycle.

By Ian Barker -
Cloud-Security-Automation

Get 'Cloud Security Automation' (worth $39.99) for FREE

For many enterprises, the move to cloud computing has raised concerns for security, but when applications are architected with focus on security, cloud platforms can be made just as secure as on-premises platforms.

Cloud instances can be kept secure by employing security automation that helps make your data meet your organization's security policy.

By Wayne Williams -
business security

Enterprises struggle with a changing security and compliance landscape

A new report from Vanta shows 67 percent of businesses say they need to improve security and compliance measures with 24 percent rating their organization's security and compliance strategy as reactive.

The expansion of attack surfaces in a post-pandemic hybrid world, combined with shrinking teams and budgets and the rapid rise of generative AI, are fueling an urgent need for companies to improve, and prove, their security posture.

By Ian Barker -
Employee leaving

Over half of cybersecurity pros say they want to switch jobs

A new survey of 900 full-time security decision-makers and practitioners around the world finds that 55 percent of respondents say they're likely to switch jobs in the next year.

The Voice of the SOC report, from secure workflow specialist Tines, shows that 63 percent of the security decision-makers and practitioners surveyed are experiencing burnout amid relentless cyberattacks, internal pressures, and limited resources.

By Ian Barker -
Digital transformation

Why digital transformation is key to managing supplier relationships [Q&A]

Digital transformation doesn't just affect your own business, it has a major influence on your relationships with suppliers and partners too.

We talked to Dan Amzallag, COO at Ivalua, to discuss the impact of digital transformation on the supplier ecosystem and procurement processes.

By Ian Barker -
Magnified certificare

Businesses not prepared for PKI automation

As we reported three months ago, there are some significant changes coming to the PKI marketplace, not least being Google's move to reduce the lifespan of SSL/TLS certificates.

A new report from GlobalSign, based on 110 responses, finds 30 percent of respondents say the increased administrative work and complexity of the changes is their biggest concern.

By Ian Barker -
DevOps

Enterprises lack strategy for DevOps automation

Investments in DevOps automation are delivering significant benefits, including a 61 percent improvement in software quality, a 57 percent reduction in deployment failures, and a 55 percent decrease in IT costs.

However, a new survey from Dynatrace shows that just 38 percent of organizations have a clearly defined DevOps automation strategy.

By Ian Barker -
SaaS

AI for one and SaaS for all

The rapid adoption and proliferation of SaaS apps has in many cases served to make the job of IT teams more complicated as they seek to manage threats and control costs.

SaaS management specialist Torii is launching a new SaaS Management Platform (SMP) that offers IT teams a one-stop-shop to automate time-consuming tasks, cut their SaaS spend, and obtain quicker, actionable insights.

By Ian Barker -
Document Automation under the piece of  torn paper

How document automation can take the pressure off IT teams [Q&A]

The shift to remote work, the Great Resignation and high staff turnover have meant that many IT teams have seen a big increase in their workloads over the last few years.

Automation is often seen as a way of addressing the problem, but can it really help to reduce workloads and get IT departments back on track? We spoke to Shawn Herring, CMO of document workflow specialist airSlate, to find out.

By Ian Barker -

How the metaverse is set to change the way businesses communicate [Q&A]

Increased use of the metaverse and other immersive spaces using VR, AR and digital avatars, is going to change how businesses communicate with their customers.

In an increasingly globalized world part of the issue is how real time experience will cope with the use of different languages. This is expected to put real pressure on automated and machine translation services to deliver fast, accurate results.

By Ian Barker -
Automation

How AI and automation have helped adapt to changed customer behavior [Q&A]

We're continuing to feel the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in many areas, not least in the impact that it’s had on consumer behavior.

In order to cope with the shift in the way that people interact with businesses many have turned to increased automation and use of AI. We spoke to Sateesh Seetharamiah, CEO of enterprise automation specialist Edgeverve, to find out more about these changes and what they mean for the longer term.

By Ian Barker -
Desktop - DNA

Microsoft introduces process mining to help drive business insights

Among today's announcements coming out of Microsoft Inspire is news that Power Automate Process Mining will become generally available to all channels on August 1st.

Using AI it will enable organizations to easily understand what is happening across their business, maximize process insights, use out-of-box recommendations to reduce the complexity of processes, transform operations, and drive continuous process improvement with automation and lowcode apps.

By Ian Barker -
Analyzing data on computer

Businesses struggle to make decisions due to 'analysis paralysis'

In difficult economic times businesses need to make decisions quickly and data is a key part of enabling those choices.

But research from analytics cloud platform Alteryx shows enterprises are struggling to make timely, insight-driven decisions because of 'analysis paralysis' caused by issues around ownership of and access to data.

By Ian Barker -
Office productivity time

Wasted developer time costs businesses billions

UK businesses are inadvertently wasting over £10.4 billion ($12.97 billion) each year as developers manually carry out routine operations tasks that could be automated.

Software delivery platform Harness calculates the figure based on the fact that developers spend only around 52 minutes a day on actual coding.

By Ian Barker -
MX-logi

Logitech unveils MX Keys S Combo, MX Keys S, and MX Anywhere 3S for advanced users

Today, Logitech unveils its latest additions to the premium Master Series line -- MX Keys S Combo, MX Keys S, and MX Anywhere 3S. These products are designed for advanced users, including software developers and creative professionals. With the introduction of a new feature called Smart Actions in Logi Options+, Logitech aims to enhance users' productivity and help them achieve their "flow state," a period of optimal performance and heightened focus.

One of the notable features of these new Logitech products is the Smart Actions capability within the Logi Options+ App. This feature empowers users to automate repetitive tasks and streamline their workflow with macros, enabling them to accomplish more in less time. Predefined customizable Smart Actions are included to assist users in automating common tasks effectively.

By Brian Fagioli -
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