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Posted September 17, 2025

The 2025 Software Testing Vibe Check: Agentic AI Edition

Our comprehensive survey of 400 software testing executives and engineering leaders covers everything agentic AI: how are teams using it, how good is it, and who gets blamed when agents mess up?

The future of software testing is autonomous—but are you prepared for what that means? Our comprehensive survey of 400 software testing executives and engineering leaders reveals a striking reality: while 97% of companies are using or planning to use agentic AI for testing, 61% admit their leadership doesn't truly understand software testing requirements.

Key insights from our survey: 

  • The Trust Gap: 72% believe AI will achieve fully autonomous testing by 2027, yet the same percentage remains nervous about granting AI agents full data access.

  • The Blame Game: When AI makes mistakes, 60% of organizations hold employees responsible rather than the technology—creating a dangerous accountability imbalance.

  • The Hybrid Reality: Despite AI enthusiasm, 85% prefer mixing human expertise with AI agents rather than going fully autonomous.

  • The Leadership Disconnect: Engineering leaders and executives have vastly different perspectives on AI timelines, security concerns, and implementation strategies.

Why this matters now

Our guide provides actionable insights on bridging the leadership knowledge gap, establishing realistic timelines, and creating accountability frameworks that protect your team while driving innovation. Don't let hype override reality. Get the data-driven insights you need to make informed decisions about agentic AI in your testing strategy. Download the complete survey guide and position your organization for success in the age of autonomous testing.

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