"Companies that actively use automation achieve up to 60% faster release cycles compared to those relying solely on manual testing. However, automation alone is insufficient. Without the right QA mindset, moving faster can easily backfire if quality is not built into every stage. QA teams must evolve to become quality enablers throughout the software delivery cycle. Rather than joining at the tail end of the lifecycle, they must work alongside product owners to understand functional requirements, collaborate with architects and developers to graspsolution design and ensure visibility into end-to-end solution delivery."
"Getting involved more deeply from day one means QA can help build quality from the outset through deployment. In response to this shift, QA professionals need to step up by: Designing and managing automated tests in continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines Focusing on risk-based testing Collaborating with teams to ensure quality is integrated into every step of the delivery process"
"Automation is key to fast, continuous delivery, but its real impact depends on the mindset driving it. In fact, 63% of organizations deploy code without thoughtful testing in pursuit of faster delivery timelines. The so-called developmental mindset focuses solely on speed, code coverage and scripting mechanics - often resulting in a check-the-box mentality, where tests verify expected outcomes but overlook real-world usage, potential risks and user experience."
Faster DevOps release cycles and continuous delivery require QA involvement throughout the delivery lifecycle rather than at the end. Automation can speed releases by up to 60% compared with manual testing, but automation without a QA mindset risks introducing poor-quality releases. QA teams must partner with product owners, architects and developers from day one to understand requirements, solution design and end-to-end delivery. QA professionals should design and manage automated tests in CI/CD pipelines, apply risk-based testing, and collaborate across teams to bake quality into every step. In fully automated pipelines, QA adds value by acting as collaborative partners, strategic advisors and critical thinkers.
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