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6 February, 2023

OpenText Acquires Micro Focus: What Does This Mean for the Test Tools?

OpenText, a leading provider of enterprise information management solutions recently acquired Micro Focus. This has generated much interest in the software development community, particularly regarding the future of Micro Focus’ extensive range of test tools and solutions.

As you may know, Micro Focus are the present custodian of the class-leading Test Tool Suite that includes the ALMUFT, and LoadRunner families. In this article, we give our perspective on the OpenText acquisition, and its potential impact on the Micro Focus test tools.

Who is OpenText?

First, let’s look at who OpenText is. OpenText is a Canadian software company that provides a range of enterprise information management solutions, including content management, business process management, and analytics. OpenText has a strong presence in the enterprise content management space and has made several acquisitions over the years to expand its offerings and reach.

What Has Happened With Previous OpenText Acquisitions?

Now, let’s look at OpenText’s track record with acquisitions. In the past, OpenText has made several strategic acquisitions to expand its offerings and reach. The company has a history of successfully integrating acquired companies and their products into its existing portfolio.

What Does the Micro Focus Acquisition mean for Customers?

With the acquisition of Micro Focus, OpenText can expand its offerings to include test tools and solutions, which could result in a more comprehensive offering for customers.

The combination of the two companies could result in new and innovative solutions. For instance, we speculate that integrate testing and content management, providing customers with a comprehensive offering that covers all aspects of software testing and management.

How Will The OpenText Acquisition Impact the Micro Focus Test Tools?

Based on previous acquisitions, we expect things to continue as they are, at least in the short to medium terms – that means continued development and progress. In the long term, we’re excited to see how the current tools might evolve, and what new will tools will arrive.

In conclusion, the acquisition of Micro Focus by OpenText is a significant event in the software development industry and we are excited to see what the combination of these two companies will bring to the market and how it will shape the software testing industry.

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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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