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15th Edition 2023-24

CHINA
Setting a new tone for Quality
Engineering

China has been flourishing as an engineering powerhouseand making rapid technological advancements. Known for
its enormous manufacturing prowess, the country has beenworking at breakneck speed to develop and deliver. However,
over the last few years, the growing demand and the attempts
to fulfill this promise has put immense pressure on testing andQE mechanisms.
So, how is Quality Engineering (QE) evolving to meet thedemands of such a market? Is the implementation of agility
within testing teams still considered critical? What kind of an
impact is Artificial Intelligence (AI) really making on testing andQE processes? These are some of the topics we explored in theWorld Quality Report survey this year to understand current
trends and predict the future of QE in the region.

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The Arsenal: agile environments, cloud, AI
Agility has become a dominant force in softwaredevelopment, and testing teams are no exception. Agile
methodologies have reshaped the role of test engineers,demanding a broader skill set beyond traditional testing
abilities. Today, engineers must possess domain knowledge,
as it plays a crucial role in project success. Technical skills intest engineering have also seen significant upward trends,
with a growing emphasis on automation and API testing.
The shift toward automation tools for API testing reflects
the industry’s growing reliance on efficient and accurate
testing methods.
Another trend in China’s quality engineering ecosystem is theincreasing emphasis on data-related projects. Test engineers
must be proficient in manipulating and validating data,
reflecting the importance of data quality in modern softwaresystems. Cloud adoption for test environments is also on
the rise, with a growing number of projects being deployed
in cloud environments. While this transition presents newchallenges, such as adapting to cloud-specific testing
requirements, it also opens up opportunities for testers togain expertise in cloud-based testing.
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is also gaining
traction in quality engineering. Generative AI (Gen AI) is being
explored for its potential to create basic test cases, reducing
the manual effort required in test case design. We think that
it holds the promise of increased efficiency and accuracy intesting processes. This is especially true considering the riseof smart connected products, such as fitness trackers andsmart home devices, which have raised a whole new host ofchallenges for quality engineers. Ensuring the reliability andHow is China investing in the future of QE?
Quality metrics have evolved to address the shifting
landscape of quality engineering in China. While traditional
metrics focused on testing activity and product quality, thecurrent emphasis is on meeting client expectations andproject requirements. User experience has become a pivotal
criterion for project success, but defining clear requirements
for it remains a difficult task to navigate. Achieving a balance
between quality standards and cost-effectiveness also
remains an unresolved issue for quality engineers.
Having said that, as the quality engineering ecosystem in
China continues to evolve, we see investment priorities
also shifting. Rather than making large-scale financial
investments, the emphasis is now on investing in skilled
resources who can adapt to new technologies and emerging
trends. It’s refreshing to see an active interest in investing inpeople, and fostering an environment of continuous learning.
Organizations are increasingly viewing this as a strategic
approach to future-proofing the industry.
Speaking of futureproofing, sustainability is also emerging
as a major topic of discussion in China. In fact – theUnited Nations applauded the country for its successfulenvironmental policies that helped drop overall PM2(Particulate Matter) levels by 57% and increase life
expectancy by 2.2 years in the last decade.
In the realm of sustainable IT initiatives, the focus in China
is primarily on consulting services related to sustainability
rather than system implementation. However, teams areactively preparing key resources and solutions in anticipationof future needs.

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David Chen
Associate Testing Director,
Capgemini China

Overall, the trends suggest that we can expect continuous
innovation in the QE space for the next few years. With AI,
automation, and cloud expected to drive transformations, weare excited to see what a sustainable QE ecosystem will looklike in China.

Survey Watch

52%

Organizations have used AI for event
correlation and root cause analysis
of issues

73%

Organizations will focus on optimizationand cost control of processes to involve
sustainability in their QE&T practices

81%

Organizations ranked ‘Testing AI’
as the topmost focus area for the useof automation

57%

Organizations cited ‘Environmental
Issues’ as one of the major issues while
ensuring quality of ‘digital core’ solutions

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