Test automation becomes reachable for any team with AAT
Automating tests doesn’t have to be an unmanageable investment. Many organizations hesitate because they believe automation requires large budgets, highly technical teams, and complex tools. But in reality, the true expense is automating without a clear strategy.
With AAT (Appian Automated Testing), it’s possible to launch a fast, scalable, and cost-effective automation strategy, without major upfront investments, without relying on developers, and without compromising software quality.
The Myth: “Automation Is Expensive”
Automation is often associated with:
● Hiring highly technical professionals
● Building custom frameworks from scratch
● Investing in expensive, complex tools
● Spending weeks (or months) on ongoing maintenance
These traditional beliefs suppose high costs, both fixed and variable, in time and resources. But nowadays, more efficient alternatives are available.
The Reality: You Can Automate Efficiently and Cost-Effectively
Automation is not just a technical advantage, it is also a strategic one. Like any strategy, automation focuses on returning the investment right from the very start.
Why AAT lets you automate without blowing the budget:
- No programming knowledge required
AAT is designed for functional teams. For example, Business analysts and QA professionals can begin automating from day one, no coding needed. - No infrastructure investment
AAT runs on the cloud or in your local environment, with no complex installation or maintenance required. This drastically reduces operational costs and accelerates setup. - Reusable, easy-to-maintain tests
The modular, visual logic allows you to build tests that are easy to update and edit, minimizing long-term maintenance costs. - True scalability based on your needs
- Start with a small set of critical tests and expand as results come in. You don’t need to pay for hundreds of tests upfront, scale as you deliver value.
- Support included AAT provides both technical and strategic support from day one, helping you avoid hidden costs from poorly implemented tests.
4 Steps to a Cost-Effective Automation Strategy with AAT
- Identify key processes with the highest return
Start with critical business flows: login, payments, rule validation. Automate only what brings value.
Tip: In most projects, automating just 20% of the flows can cover 80% of the most costly regression and production errors. - Start building tests on day one, with no technical dependencies
Your functional team can begin creating natural language tests from the very beginning of the project. This reduces onboarding time and avoids technical dependency costs. - Integrate AAT into your DevOps cycle (CI/CD)
AAT easily connects with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Bamboo to run tests automatically with every change. This shortens delivery cycles and boosts quality—without extra costs for
external automation. - Measure results and adjust your strategy
Continuously assess ROI: time saved on regression, fewer issues, increased coverage.
AAT provides clear reports to justify the investment and drive data-informed decisions.
Typical results:
● Over 60% reduction in manual testing time within two months
● Faster weekly deployments with no increase in production incidents
● Up to 40% reduction in production failure costs
Real Success Examples: Automation Without Overspending
Tech Startup
Scaled from zero to 100 automated tests in three weeks, without hiring technical profiles or disrupting development. Total cost was 70% lower than estimated with traditional tools.
Corporate Financial Services Company
Cut manual regression testing time by 70%, freeing up the QA team to focus on analysis and innovation. ROI was clear after the first quarter: fewer critical bugs, faster validation
cycles, and a more strategic QA team.
Conclusion: Automation Without Breaking the Budget Is Possible (If You
Choose Wisely)
Automation doesn’t have to be a luxury. With an accessible tool and a clear strategy, any organisation or team can reduce costs, accelerate delivery, and improve software
quality, without massive investments.
AAT (Appian Automated Testing) makes it possible:
- Low entry cost
- No technical profiles required
- Scalable and team-friendly
- Guided support from the start
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