Scaling QA: Speed, Security, and Smarter Testing
Software teams are under constant pressure to move faster—but speed without strategy leads to bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and security risks. The key is investing in smarter processes, stronger foundations, and the right tools to support them.
This month, we’re looking at how teams can level up their approach to testing and DevOps, from refining test management workflows to integrating security early. Let’s dive in!
QA spotlight - TestRail’s new look is here!
TestRail 9.0 is live in a TestRail instance near you! This release is bringing with it a new look and feel to enhance your user experience through faster navigation and features that increase your testing efficiency.
What’s New in TestRail 9.0?
Intuitive Navigation: The navigation options and test case library have moved to a left-hand sidebar for faster, more intuitive access.
Quick-Add Functionality: Easily create Test Cases, Runs, Plans, or Milestones with the new “Add” button in the updated header bar.
Modern Design: Enjoy a fresh, modern look with an all-new universal theme ensuring a consistent experience across the platform.
Beyond UI/UX enhancements, TestRail 9.0 includes key improvements in performance, security, and accessibility – ensuring a smoother, more secure experience across TestRail Cloud and Server. To catch a sneak peak of 9.0 in action, try our interactive tour!
In case you missed it - Test- and Security-Driven Development (TSDD) webinar recap
Last week, Sembi Solution Architects Christopher Faraglia and John Brawner broke down Test- and Security-Driven Development (TSDD) and why it’s essential for modern DevSecOps strategies. From distinguishing TSDD from traditional TDD to implementing secure, test-ready releases at every step, this session provided actionable insights on shifting both testing and security left.
Missed it? No worries, you can watch it on-demand here!
Software testing bytes from around the web
🦾 Digital accessibility is declining, and teams need to act! Sembi Marketing Director Christian Beatty explains why integrating accessibility early in DevOps is key to more inclusive, compliant software.
🛠️ Struggling to find skilled testers? TestRail Solution Architect Christopher Faraglia explores how test management tools bridge the gap, streamline workflows, and empower teams.
🔐 AI is transforming security strategies, but are teams keeping up? This article explores how AI-driven automation is redefining DevSecOps.
⚠️ AI can strengthen software security—but it can also introduce new vulnerabilities. Here’s what teams need to know to stay ahead of emerging risks.
🛡️ New policies, new protections! Understand how the U.S. government is stepping up cybersecurity measures to safeguard patient health data, introducing stricter requirements for hospitals and healthcare providers.
Tester community insights - Where will we see you?
Event season is heating up, and we asked our community which conferences they’ll be attending this spring and summer. The results are in! While 42% won’t be traveling this conference season, QA Financial Forum NYC is the top destination for those who are—with 37% planning to attend. Atlassian Team Anaheim (16%) and EuroSTAR Edinburgh (5%) are also on the QA conference radar.
These events are where the latest trends, challenges, and innovations take center stage. Whether you're attending in person or following the insights online, staying ahead in testing means staying connected. No matter where you’ll be, we’re excited to keep the testing conversation going!
Before you go
Did you know TestRail delivers 204% ROI over three years? A commissioned Total Economic Impact™ (TEI) study conducted by Forrester Consulting on behalf of TestRail shows that TestRail helps enterprise teams improve efficiency, cut costs, and accelerate testing cycles!
Read the study to see the results firsthand.