From Simplification to Scale: Worksoft and IBM Align on the Transformation Suite for SAP Applications
Worksoft’s automation is now directly aligned with the IBM Transformation Suite for SAP Applications, bringing testing intelligence and resilience into the heart of IBM enterprise modernization programs.
Every enterprise transformation faces two realities. The first is getting the right solutions in place. The second, and often the harder one, is scaling transformation across regions, business units, and systems without losing speed or control.
Modernization is not a single project. It is a connected series of changes that ripple across regions, business units, and systems. To succeed, organizations need more than technology. They need a structured approach that keeps programs consistent, predictable, and under control.
That is what the IBM’s Transformation Suite for SAP Applications was built to provide. It offers a proven framework that guides enterprises through large scale modernization such as RISE with SAP migrations, S/4HANA upgrades and beyond. Now with the Worksoft Connective Automation Platform aligned to this suite, testing automation shifts from being a supporting layer to a driving force within IBM’s delivery framework.
The impact is significant. Testing has traditionally been one of the top reasons SAP programs slip, with industry studies showing that quality assurance can consume up to 40 percent of project budgets. With Worksoft’s automation as a part of the Transformation Suite, testing becomes a source of acceleration rather than a bottleneck. Regression cycles shrink, manual effort is reduced, and project risk drops sharply. Worksoft customers have already reported cutting regression cycles by more than half when automation is part of the strategy from the outset.
A position earned through partnership
Worksoft is one of only a handful of automation platforms officially recognized and aligned within IBM’s Transformation Suite. That status reflects more than technology alone. It is the result of decades of joint delivery, trusted execution, and measurable outcomes for some of the world’s largest enterprises.
For business leaders, the value goes beyond speed. It is about confidence. With automation integrated directly into IBM’s methodology, critical processes continue to perform even as systems evolve. That assurance gives leaders the freedom to move faster, knowing the business will not be disrupted by unseen issues at go live.
As Aftab Alam, Chief Product Officer at Worksoft, explains: “The alignment with IBM’s Transformation Suite means automation is no longer an isolated step. It is woven directly into the way modernization is planned and executed, giving enterprises a clear path to scale change without compromising quality.”
From simplification to scale
By bringing Worksoft automation into the IBM Transformation Suite, enterprises gain both technology and methodology. They get the intelligence of the Worksoft Connective Automation Platform, delivered within IBM’s proven framework for SAP transformation. Together, that combination helps organizations modernize faster, reduce risk, and deliver results with confidence.
This is the second chapter in the story. The first was about simplifying access through a single IBM offering. The second is about scaling transformation through alignment. In the final blog, we will look at what has made this possible for more than two decades: the enduring IBM and Worksoft partnership that continues to evolve for the future.
About the Author: Parag Karkhanis
With over 28 years of experience in technology, Parag Karkhanis brings a proven track record of driving transformative initiatives to Worksoft. His expertise in building collaborative ecosystems, particularly within the SAP landscape, will be instrumental in developing innovative test automation solutions that enhance value for our customers.
As a seasoned leader, Parag has successfully led large-scale projects at organizations such as DXC, Cognizant, and IBM. His passion for human connection and innovation empowers teams to achieve exceptional outcomes by aligning people, purpose, and technology.