Enterprise Application Testing Services ( EATS)
Organization Challenges:
Inadequate skilled resources and capabilities, Competing priorities, Lack of testing capacity, Rigorous Timeline, High cost and Security concerns.
“ After the S/4HANA migration, our SAP system has become the digital core at the center of a web of connected cloud systems. But those systems have different change management processes, release schedules and architectures. The test landscape and data need to be more agile than ever before to ensure these connected systems are properly tested and validated as changes occur, The EATs is helping ensure integration with those systems is 100% correct at all times with fraction of cost compared to supporting it internally”
S/4HANA Customer
Solution:
EATS with Intelligent Shoring Model
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, enterprise applications modernization and Integration needed relatively complex and high volumes of testing although many organizations struggle to achieve high-quality, reliable, and efficient testing outcomes in a cost-effective manner. This is where the intelligent shoring model comes into play, revolutionizing the way companies approach enterprise application testing.
“ Delivering High-Quality, Reliable, and Efficient Outcomes Using an Intelligent Shoring Model.”
Intelligent Shoring Model:
Intelligent shoring is a strategic blend of onshore, offshore, and nearshore resources, optimized to leverage the strengths of each location while ensuring seamless collaboration, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Unlike traditional outsourcing, which typically focuses solely on labor cost savings, intelligent shoring aims to maximize quality and productivity by utilizing the right talent, tools, and methodologies from different global locations.
For enterprise application testing, this approach combines advanced testing frameworks, accelerators, automation, and skilled resources from across the globe to deliver consistent, high-quality results—at a fraction of the cost of fully onshore teams.
Key Benefits
Cost Efficiency Without Compromising Quality
Round-the-Clock Testing for Faster Time-to-Market
Scalability and Flexibility
Access to Specialized Expertise
Increased AutomationImproved Risk Management and Compliance
1. Cost Efficiency Without Compromising Quality
One of the most significant advantages of using an intelligent shoring model for enterprise application testing is the ability to achieve cost savings while maintaining the highest standards of quality. By strategically distributing testing tasks across different geographies, companies can tap into the cost-effective talent pools in offshore or nearshore locations while keeping critical processes, such as planning and oversight, closer to the business.
For example, functional and regression testing can be conducted by offshore teams that specialize in specific areas of the application, while more complex testing phases, such as user acceptance testing (UAT) or security testing, can be managed by onshore teams who have a deeper understanding of local compliance and user needs.
This results in a well-balanced approach where cost is optimized, but quality and accountability remain uncompromised.
2. Round-the-Clock Testing for Faster Time-to-Market
In an era where businesses are pushing for faster releases and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), time is of the essence. The intelligent shoring model enables 24/7 testing cycles, with teams located in different time zones working together to ensure that testing is performed continuously.
This global collaboration ensures that testing and bug fixes happen faster, reducing delays and accelerating the overall development lifecycle. Faster testing means quicker feedback loops, allowing businesses to bring new features, products, and updates to market ahead of the competition.
3. Scalability and Flexibility
Enterprise applications vary in complexity and scope, often requiring different testing capabilities at different stages of the development and deployment lifecycle. The intelligent shoring model offers scalability and flexibility, allowing organizations to quickly ramp up or down their testing efforts based on project needs.
For example, during the initial development phase, testing efforts may be more focused on integration and system-level testing, while during rollouts or upgrades, performance and load testing may take priority. With a global pool of resources, companies can scale their testing teams as required without worrying about local talent shortages or the high cost of hiring full-time specialists.
4. Access to Specialized Expertise
By leveraging the intelligent shoring model, companies can gain access to specialized testing expertise across different platforms and technologies.
Whether it’s testing core functional modules, extended business networks, customer/ supplier integrations, or complex custom applications, organizations can tap into experts from around the world who are proficient in the tools and techniques required for each specific environment. This helps to ensure comprehensive testing coverage and reduces the risk of critical issues being missed.
5. Increased Automation
Intelligent shoring models incorporate proven accelerators and advanced test automation frameworks that help improve efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and minimize human error. By automating repetitive test cases (such as regression, performance, or smoke tests), organizations can achieve faster and more reliable results with fewer resources.
The global delivery model ensures that test scripts are developed and maintained in a coordinated manner, with offshore teams often managing large-scale automation efforts, while onshore teams focus on validating critical business scenarios. This leads to faster execution times, better resource utilization, and higher overall testing productivity.
6. Improved Risk Management and Compliance
Enterprise applications must adhere to strict regulatory standards and ensure that business-critical functions are safeguarded against risks such as data breaches or system failures. The intelligent shoring model enhances risk management by deploying specialized testing teams to focus on areas like security, compliance, and disaster recovery testing.
By incorporating both onshore resources familiar with local compliance regulations and offshore experts skilled in penetration testing and data security, companies can ensure that their applications are not only functional but also compliant with industry standards and regulations.
Best Practices:
To maximize the benefits of the intelligent shoring model in enterprise application testing, these key best practices are followed:
Collaborative Tools and Communication: Our team uses advanced communication and collaboration platforms (e.g., Jira, Slack, or Microsoft Teams) to ensure that teams across different geographies remain aligned and informed about testing progress, requirements, and changes.
Defined Roles and Responsibilities: Our team clearly delineates roles and responsibilities between onshore, offshore, and nearshore teams to avoid confusion and ensure accountability for each phase of testing.
Automation First: Our delivery model emphasizes the importance of accelerators and test automation in reducing manual efforts and increasing overall testing efficiency. The automated scripts are developed in a global collaborative manner for consistency and simple handover.
Security and Compliance Focus: We pay special attention to security and compliance testing by deploying skilled teams in regions that are best suited to understanding the specific regulatory requirements of the enterprise.
Continuous Monitoring and Feedback: The delivery model supports a continuous feedback loop between development and testing teams to ensure rapid identification and resolution of issues, especially in CI/CD pipelines.
Conclusion
NextGen Integrator EATS with Intelligent shoring model provides a unique opportunity for organizations to balance quality, speed, and cost. By leveraging a global pool of talent, businesses can access specialized testing expertise, achieve faster time-to-market, and improve risk management—all while maintaining budgetary constraints.
In an age where digital transformation is key to staying competitive, intelligent shoring not only delivers efficient testing outcomes but also fosters innovation and agility within enterprise applications as well as across integrated business networks in a cost effective way.
