Unlocking the Potential of PLM with Keysight’s Eggplant Automated Software Testing

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software plays a crucial role in software development by giving developers the tools to manage the development lifecycle, streamlining workflows, and maximizing their ability to deliver better products faster.

But, just like every software, PLM software needs to be tested and validated. And testing PLM software is the job everyone hates. It takes resources away from testing customer-facing software, so it feels like a waste of time. It’s also traditionally a labor-intensive, manual process, which means it isn’t scalable and puts the brakes on expansion.

Some organizations have embraced automated regression testing, but this still depends on manual processes. Plus, automated regression testing doesn’t provide full coverage, exposing the organization to undiscovered bugs and issues.

So how do software developers balance the need to test PLM software without devoting precious and finite resources to it?

The solution is to automate the entire PLM testing process, not just some of it. When organizations embrace test automation, they secure testing efficiency, remove resource constraints, and free teams to focus on value-added work in other areas.

But to secure all the benefits of automated PLM software testing and truly deliver ROI, the testing tool has to meet several specific and demanding requirements.

The Must-Haves of PLM Testing Software

A PLM software testing tool must have comprehensive, end-to-end coverage. This includes functional testing of the core code and any customizations. It’s only when coverage is comprehensive that developers can have complete confidence in the quality of the testing.

At the same time, there can be no compromise on the speed of testing. A PLM software testing tool must be able to complete all the tests required within the timescale defined for a sprint. Only by doing this can teams maintain the demanding release schedules that are reality for most organizations.

The testing platform must bring all the benefits of automation but still be intuitive to use. Manual testers need to be able to script and automate all their manual scripts easily. When a tool is easy to use, integration into existing workflows is easy. This maximizes the value it brings and ensures it’s a tool that’s used to the fullest.

DevOps capabilities are also essential. A PLM software testing tool must easily connect to the CI/CD pipeline, including orchestration, the test plan, the results, and the software versioning manager. Having this integration ensures the entire process is simplified and streamlined. No one wants a software testing tool that adds more complexity to an already complex tool stack.

The Role of Eggplant Test Automation in PLM

There is a tool that delivers on all these requirements – and more.

KEYSIGHT’s Eggplant Test Automation can revolutionize the testing process for PLM, helping developers meet time constraints and manage complex workflows.

Understanding Eggplant Test Automation

Eggplant Test Automation is a cutting-edge solution that offers advanced features and advantages over traditional PLM testing methods.

Its unique capabilities enable efficient and effective testing of software applications, ensuring high-quality outcomes at the speed that today’s dev teams require.

Crucially, it gives the complete test coverage teams need too. Its end-to-end functional testing capabilities, including non-regression testing, performance testing, and sanity checks.

It’s a low-code automation solution that uses natural language, so it’s straightforward for manual testers to use across all interfaces.

There is omnichannel coverage across CAD, PLM, MES, AR/VR, and ERP systems. As well as CI/CD pipeline integration, because it works with tools such as Jenkins, Jira, Xray, Git, ALM tools, Azure DevOps, and more.

Plus, as a Keysight Technologies solution, Eggplant is backed by the expertise and experience of a company that supplies test and measurement equipment in areas including aerospace and defense, automotive, healthcare, telecom, and enterprise IT.

But that's just the start.

Let's take a closer look at how Eggplant software testing empowers teams to embrace advanced automated testing procedures, save time and effort, and bring increased rigor.

Drive Automation Success with Eggplant Test Automation

Eggplant software testing’s capabilities introduce a new level of sophistication to automated PLM testing. It uses computer vision technology, so it recognizes graphics and text. It works even when image locations move position on the screen or there are dynamic locators, iframes, moving 3D images, or widgets.

Plus, because it works via the user interface and it doesn’t require source code access, it removes much of the complexity around automation scripts and adds to its useability.

Once scripts have been created, they are stored in the library so they can be reused to create new test cases. When a modification is needed, users can update the relevant subscript and know all cases using that script will be updated automatically. It reduces scripting and maintenance time – and enhances confidence in testing coverage and quality.

Eggplant software testing can also measure the response time between an action and the expected reaction. This capability opens up the possibility of user experience testing, taking the coverage to a whole new level.

Maximizing the Potential of Eggplant Test Automation

Eggplant software testing offers a unified platform for test automation and AI-driven RPA, enabling shared assets and insights between test, development, and production. It means organizations can maximize their return on investment and achieve optimal results.

Unleash the full potential of PLM with Eggplant Test Automation

Eggplant software testing offers immense potential for organizations using PLM. It integrates seamlessly into existing PLM systems, and by leveraging its capabilities, teams can automate their testing processes, optimize test coverage, ensure efficient workflows, maximize their return on investment, and achieve successful outcomes.

It’s time to embrace the power of Eggplant software testing and unleash the full potential of PLM.