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16 January, 2019

How to save money on test tools without cutting corners

How do you get the testing tools you need without cutting corners.

We all know that there is pressure to use free or cheap tools, however, are they really what you need?

Will they help you do the job well or will you have to work round there short comings and invest time to make them do a good enough job.

There is a way to get the tools you need, with out cutting corners.

When you are buying testing software, make sure that you talk through your requirements with someone who understands the tools and the option and can map them to your requirements.   Not just someone working off a price list with little understanding.

If you would like to talk through the options, please get in touch.

Stephen Davis
by Stephen Davis

Stephen Davis is the founder of Calleo Software, a OpenText (formerly Micro Focus) Gold Partner. His passion is to help test professionals improve the efficiency and effectiveness of software testing.

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