Inflectra Blog
The Inflectra Blog contains articles on all aspects of the software lifecycle.
Test Leadership and Management in the Age of AI
February 6, 2026
Software Testing has a long history of automation and process improvement that has not always moved in one direction. Frequently the adage “One step forward, two steps back” could be applied to the history of test automation. Past methodologies have not always been successful and sometimes adoption of new methodologies has made the problems worse. Overall progress has often been achieved by taking the best parts of each methodology and incorporating them into the existing process.
The introduction of AI into software development and testing is disruptive and faster than any other automation experienced. The impact on Test Leads and Managers will be bigger and force many changes in how they operate. Written by Neil Price-Jones of NVP Solutions, this article addresses the challenges faced by Test Leads and Managers and provides some immediate steps that they need to take.
Read MoreOur Holiday Present To You - Customer Delight
December 24, 2025
As we enter the final days of 2025, I am reminded of all the things that we are thankful for in 2025, our amazing, talented team, our loyal customers and our wonderful partners. In the spirit of giving back, I'd like to take this opportunity to talk about how we are different to other SaaS platforms, and how we put customer delight at the forefront of what we do.
So here are our 10 Gifts This Holiday Season....
Webinar Recap: AI, Agentic Development, and the Future of QA
December 19, 2025
The pace of change in technology has never been faster, and our recent webinar, "How AI-Powered Testing Can Transform Your QA Process," proved just how rapidly the software landscape is being reshaped. This recap explores the future of Quality Assurance (QA) in an era where AI agents are doing the coding. We reveal why the push for speed has led to a dangerous collapse in software quality, detail the critical shift toward Spec-Based Development—where robust requirements management becomes the most vital discipline—and show how Inflectra is using native AI in Spira and Rapise to empower human QA teams to manage risk and restore quality.
Read MoreReconnecting and Charting the Future: Inflectra's Crystal City Networking Event
December 15, 2025
Recently, the Inflectra team successfully hosted a highly anticipated, in-person networking happy hour in the vibrant tech hub of Crystal City, VA. Held at the stylish HIGHLINE RXR, the event served as a high-value gathering for influential IT leaders from across the DC Metro area.
This evening was a resounding success, marking our first community event in over a year and providing a critical forum for building key relationships and sharing direct insights into the future of the software development lifecycle
Read MoreUnlock Greater Software Testing Expertise with Checkpoint Technologies (Enhanced Training Offer Inside!)
December 12, 2025
Tools matter, but they don’t create experts. A surgeon isn’t defined by a premium scalpel, and a software tester won’t become world-class just by adopting powerful QA solutions. Too many teams expect tools alone to deliver excellence, only to find that real capability comes from pairing them with education, experience, and judgment. This article breaks down why training is the true multiplier in QA and software testing — how experience builds perspective, how education provides structure, and how continuous learning elevates the craft. If you want to strengthen your testing practice, maximize the value of your tools, and learn about this exclusive offer then read on.
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