Automation testing is an essential part of the test procedure, using which we can expedite the software validation. However, there are challenges that a test engineer can face while applying test automation to the project. If the engineer doesn’t know the apt way to deal with these challenges, it might affect the test results and complicate the process further. Let us discuss a few challenges that might occur. 1. Team communication and collaboration Communication is essential in all test techniques; it is crucial in automation testing. The entire team is a part of the automation, as they need to communicate through information and database reports to find the automation targets and objectives. Additionally, the team needs to be on the same page to keep the purposes clear and convey the goals unambiguously. 2. Selection of Tools It has become a crucial and the most challenging task in the current times as there are multiple tools available in the market. From personal to commercial tools like Selenium and TestComplete you will get endless choices. Thus, it is challenging for the team to decide which tool would be appropriate. It would require a lot of analysis and a comprehensive understanding of the tool features for an engineer to determine which one would be apt. 3. Test Approach selection Selecting the right tools to create the scripts is not enough. However, you have to follow the right test approach to ensure successful execution. To choose the right option, they need answers to questions like which one would reduce human effort and provide reliable results. So, it is apt to check how the approach works and if it will help you achieve your automation targets. 4. Upfront investment Though it is an agile and fruitful test methodology, the budget can sometimes be a constraint. The initial phases of the automation test process are a little more expensive than their counterparts. There are license costs involved, along with operational expenses and software costs. All these increase the upfront investment cost, but you can decrease it by improving your analysis skills.   These are the challenges a test engineer face during the automation testing procedure. The right way to deal with these challenges is to put your expertise to work and keep patience. Your work experience will also be a contributing factor. The more projects you handle, the better your ability to deal with these challenges.