What Test Leaders Struggle With (and What Helps)

Test is More Complicated Than Ever Before

As technological innovations surge forward, the testing landscape has shifted dramatically, and the status quo of product development and manufacturing is challenged daily.

We surveyed 200 test leaders worldwide to hear—directly from the source—their challenges and successes. We found that more than half are not delivering on key metrics. For instance, while nearly all organizations (83%) prioritize product quality and reliability, only 44% are performing well against this metric. But why? Our research unearths how a focus on test can ignite progress and identifies critical gaps that might be holding you back.?

How Test Can Enhance Product Development

Over the past decade, product development has seen a seismic shift, driven by sophisticated devices that challenge conventional engineering processes. Our research reveals that a small segment of best-in-class test organizations excel in product quality, reliability, and speed of test. These frontrunners harness cutting-edge technologies like AI and advanced automation to exceed expectations. Learn more about the strategies and insights that define these leading test organizations, and how their innovative approaches might illuminate the path for others. Read full article.

How Test Leaders Can Get More Support From Leadership

With rapidly evolving product innovation, test isn't just a final checkpoint; it's the gateway to product quality and reliability. But how can test leaders garner the necessary financial and organizational backing to harness the transformative power of test.

The numbers speak for themselves. Our research found that 54% of test organizations that plan to increase their budget perform above expectations on product quality and reliability, compared to just 32% of the rest. Yet, a significant barrier remains: Convincing leadership of this ROI potential.?

Bridge the gap between test and leadership and discover actionable strategies to secure your rightful place at the budgeting table. Read the full article.

The Power of Test: 2023 Test Leader Peer Research

We recently surveyed 200 test leaders across diverse industries in the US, China, and Germany to gain a clearer picture of the challenges and goals facing modern test organizations. The insights were eye-opening.?

Explore why test is often an undervalued function, rather than leveraged as the key business enabler it is. Download the full report today to see what best-in-class test teams are doing differently.

Download The Power of Test: NI’s 2023 test leader peer research report.