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Blog - Keys to Quality Health and Wellness Experiences

Keys to Quality Health and Wellness Experiences

Dig into data and insights from our State of Digital Quality in Health and Wellness 2023 report
Blog - International Women’s Day 2023: Embracing Equity

International Women’s Day 2023: Embracing Equity

Read an interview with Crystal North, Director of Sales Enablement, Air Force combat veteran, and leader of Applause’s new women’s affinity group.
Blog - Applause Launches Ready

Applause Launches Ready, Test, Go. Podcast

New digital quality podcast features expert guests talking software engineering and quality
Blog - Celebrate Women In Tech Month

Celebrate Women In Tech Month

Each May, we highlight some exceptional female uTesters and Applause employees to learn about their careers in the tech industry.
Blog - Pulsing Perceptions and Use of AI Voice Apps

Pulsing Perceptions and Use of AI Voice Apps

Applause surveyed its global testing community on expectations for voice and AI technologies
Blog - Applause: Grateful To Serve the Communities Where We Operate

Applause: Grateful To Serve the Communities Where We Operate

Once again, global employees help those in need
Blog - Erste Schritte mit Test Automation

JavaScript SDK Enables Test Automation Across OTT Platforms

Unlock the power of the world’s most popular programming language
Blog - A Message From Chris Malone

A Message From Chris Malone, Applause’s New CEO

Chris Malone, who joined Applause in 2013, was promoted from President & CFO to CEO

Crowdtesting

March Madness Off the Court and On: Media and Gambling/Sportsbook Are Under Pressure To Perform

Which broadcasters and sportsbook apps will deliver great performances, game after game, all month long?

Customer Journey Testing FAQs Answered

Learn why customer journey testing is an imperative for businesses

3 Digital Quality Priorities for 2024

It’s not too late to set priorities for the year ahead — focus on these three things to boost your QA team’s quality, consistency and efficiency.
Blog - Pave the Way for Speedy

Pave the Way for Speedy, Simple Cross-border Payments

Traditionally costly and cumbersome, it’s time to streamline cross-border payments
Blog - ‘Tis The Season: What Shoppers Want in Winter 2023

‘Tis The Season: What Shoppers Want in Winter 2023

In October 2023, Applause conducted its annual holiday shopping survey to gather research on consumer trends ahead of the festive season.
Blog - Crowdtesting Facts: Debunking Digital Quality Myths

Crowdsourced Software Testing FAQs

We answer some common questions about crowdtesting
Blog - Five Advantages of Crowdtesting

Five Advantages of Crowdtesting

See why crowdtesting has the edge over in-house, lab-based and offshore software testing
Blog - Four Ways Crowdtesting Drives Operational Efficiency and Cost-Effective Development

Four Ways Crowdtesting Drives Operational Efficiency and Cost-Effective Development

Read about the ways crowdtesting can help firms produce high-quality digital experiences while keeping costs in check

Customer Stories & Insight

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Credit Card Rewards Demystified: Give the People What They Want

If your credit cards rewards program isn’t paying off in greater card use and increased customer loyalty, you need to find out where you’re missing the mark.
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Survey Examines User Perceptions About Generative AI

See how consumers are using Gen AI chatbots and ways the technology could improve to better meet user expectations.
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Live Programming: High Stakes for High Quality

Live Programming: High Stakes for High Quality There’s no margin for error when it comes to streaming live events. In...

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Which Metrics Are You Using to Monitor Digital Quality?

Which Metrics Are Organizations Using to Monitor Digital Quality? If you ask a group of software engineers and quality...

Will 2024 be the Year Retail Deploys Generative AI?

Why does retail make such a promising use case for Gen AI and could Google Cloud and Microsoft’s new solutions change the game?
Blog - 5 Most Common Payment Testing Questions Answered

5 Most Common Payment Testing Questions Answered

Expert answers from our recent webinar exploring payment testing best practices

Generative AI Use Is Growing – Along With Concerns About Bias

See the results of Applause’s survey on generative AI use and user sentiment
Blog - Creating Seamless B2B Software Experiences for All Users

Creating Seamless B2B Software Experiences for All Users

B2B software companies must ensure they cater to multiple audiences, often with varied needs, to stay ahead in a competitive market.

Dev & QA Trends

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What a Scalable Approach to Testing Looks Like

What a Scalable Approach to Testing Looks Like Scalability is a necessity in the big picture of digital quality. But,...

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Embrace an Adaptable Approach to Innovation

Embrace an Adaptable Approach to Innovation In the wake of economic uncertainty that characterized much of 2023,...

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Banking App Deal-breakers

Customers have high standards for banking apps – ensure crucial functions work and avoid these critical user experience flaws to cash in on loyalty.
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The Risk and Benefits of GenAI

The Last Mile of Generative AI Risk and Benefits Comes Down to Humans Generative AI introduces new variables to...

Efficient Testing Practices to Maximize ROI

Efficient Testing Practices to Maximize ROI In today’s software development and testing environment, QA professionals...

Customer Journey Testing FAQs Answered

Learn why customer journey testing is an imperative for businesses

Gen AI is Great, But is it the Right AI for Your Business?

Is Gen AI the best choice of AI for your organization, or could other types of AI be a more worthwhile investment?

The Rise of Red Teaming for Testing Generative AI

Long used to identify cybersecurity risks, red teaming is being adapted for testing GenAI. Here's why.