How to Conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT): Process, Checklist, and Examples

 To find bugs and logical mistakes in the software, it is essential to engage in quality assurance activities. However, QA testing won’t tell you if the product is aligned with business objectives and can perform required tasks in real-world scenarios. So, to verify the development team is building 

Transportation Management System: Benefits, Features, and Main Providers

 Transportation, along with manufacturing and warehousing, is one of the main supply chain processes. It comprises many activities—from delivery planning to carrier management to shipment tracking—that must be properly handled. Small businesses with few shipments can manage these operations with 

Event Management Software: Types, Features, and Examples

 Planning an event, whether virtual or physical, can be extremely hectic. From reaching out to speakers and managing vendors to ticketing and handling attendee registrations, it’s no walk in the park. The right software can simplify the process and help you coordinate and execute your events more 

Agency Model in Travel: Payment Flows and Revenue Streams

 A travel agency can make money mainly in two ways: the agency and merchant models. Booking.com, one of the largest OTAs, primarily follows the first approach, while one of its biggest competitors, Expedia.com, favors the second. This article will explore how the agency model operates in the travel 

NDC Airlines List and Their Retailing Capabilities Verified by IATA

 Where are airlines on their journey to NDC implementation ? To evaluate the progress, IATA introduced the Airline Retailing Maturity (ARM) index , which looks into three parameters technical capabilities;
partnerships taking into account connectivity, reach, volumes of transactions, and partner 

The Good and the Bad of Redis In Memory Database

The Good and the Bad of Redis In-Memory Database

 When Salvatore Sanfilippo created Redis in 2009 to scale up his startup, he couldn't have predicted that it would become one of the most widely used databases , powering everything from real-time analytics to gaming leaderboards. Today, over 30,000 businesses, including British Airways, 

Revenue Management Systems for Hotels: Products and Features

 Navigating the open seas of the hospitality industry means dealing with the ever-changing winds of demand and prices. A solid revenue management system (RMS) serves as a trusted helm, guiding in the right direction and making that journey smoother. With the right RMS in place, hotels and vacation 

What Is a Vector Database? An Illustrative Guide

 This article explores vector databases and embeddings, their use cases, and how they work. It also explains the key differences between vector and graph databases and offers a brief overview of popular solutions: Pinecone, Chroma, Milvus, Weaviate, and Qdrant. What is a vector database and vector 

What is PNR: Passenger Name Record Explained in Details

 It happens every time travelers book a flight. No matter whether they eventually buy tickets and board a plane or cancel the reservation and stay home, the deed is done. Data on them has been collected and saved in the form of a passenger name record or PNR. Introduced to facilitate the exchange 

Corporate Travel Cards for T E Management Explained

Corporate Travel Cards for T&E Management, Explained

 Global spending on business trips is projected to reach $2 trillion by 2028, and organizations worldwide are looking for smarter ways to manage their travel budgets. Corporate cards have become a reliable solution for companies seeking to control expenses, enhance employee convenience, and gain 

How to Write Test Cases: Examples and Templates

 Are you struggling with writing test cases that actually make QA activities more efficient? You're not alone. This guide will help you understand test cases better and write them like a pro. We’ll also discuss whether you have to write them at all. So let’s dive in. What is a test case? A test 

Global Distribution Systems 101: Understanding GDS Role in Air Travel

 Global distribution systems (GDS) are powerful middlemen connecting suppliers and resellers in the travel industry. From their origins in the mid-20th century to their transformation into global commerce hubs, GDSs have continuously shaped how we sell travel. This article won`t reveal anything new 

What is WebSocket? API and Protocol Explained

What is WebSocket? API and Protocol Explained

 Apps that deliver messages the moment you hit the send button and update stock prices in the blink of an eye are now commonplace. The instantaneous data delivery we’ve grown accustomed to is powered by WebSockets, which enable instant interactions between systems. In this article, we’ll break down 

The Top 10 Sentiment Analysis Tools and APIs Reviewed

 For this article, we selected the 10 best sentiment analysis tools, relying on the following criteria: purpose, key features, ways to use the platform, API integration capabilities, multilanguage support, and pricing models. What is a sentiment analysis tool? Sentiment analysis (SA), also known as 

The Good and the Bad of Full Stack JavaScript Development

 There are over 1.1 billion websites in the world, and most of them share one thing in common — they’re interactive. Users can submit forms, play games, navigate menus, move between pages, stream videos, and much more. Have you ever wondered what makes it all possible? The answer often lies in 

CLIA Membership and Certification: How Travel Agencies Can Get Accredited in Cruise Industry

 The 2024 State of the Cruise Industry Report notes that, compared to other forms of travel, the cruise sector was the fastest to recover after the pandemic. It also reports that demand remains high and projects at least 10 percent growth in global cruise capacity from 2024 to 2028. If you want to 

Digital Twins: Technology, Use Cases, and Implementation Tips

 Digital twins play the same role for complex machines and processes as food tasters for monarchs or stunt doubles for movie stars: They prevent harm that otherwise could be done to precious assets. Having made their way to the virtual world, duplicates save time, money, and effort for numerous 

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How to Write a Market Requirements Document (MRD): A Step-by-Step Guide with Examples

 Behind every successful product lies a deep understanding of what your audience needs, and that's where the market requirements document (MRD) shines. In this article, we will explore an MRD, its key components, best practices, templates, and examples that will aid you in creating one from 

The Good and the Bad of Flutter App Development

 Without knowing it, you’ve probably already used the apps made with Flutter. Whether you shopped on Alibaba, ran an ad campaign on Google Ads, made payments with Google Pay, or used a digital coupon, you’ve likely witnessed the results of Flutter’s still comparatively short history. After its 

Functional vs Technical Requirements Compared, with Examples

 In this article, we’ll break down technical requirements, explain the difference between various types of software specifications, and show how they work together. Functional vs technical requirements: how they differ in a nutshell Among all the documents describing software products, functional 

From Space Travel in the 1960s to Space Tourism in the 2030s

 The festive season, all twinkling lights and Christmas songs, is the time to dream and make wishes. Christmas isn't just about the gifts under the tree – it's when we feel anything we can imagine is possible. And what could be a bolder dream for all of mankind than to reach for the stars? So in 

Structured vs Unstructured Data Explained with Examples

 By 2028, the global volume of data is expected to reach over 394 zettabytes —the number with 21 zeros. Picture this: only one ZB is enough to hold 10 billion movies of 4k resolution that will take you 1.8 million years to watch. Those are some impressive figures, aren't they? Well, there's 

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AltexSoft Executives to Represent Ukrainian Tech Industry at Ukrainian Week and StrategEast in Washington, DC

AltexSoft Executives Represented Ukrainian Tech Industry at Ukrainian Week and StrategEast in Washington, DC

Will AI take over software engineering? As AI-powered coding tools advance, many wonder if developers are at risk of losing their jobs. But is AI truly capable of replacing programmers, or is it just another tool to enhance productivity?

How AI Coding Changes the Tech Industry

What’s going on with investment capital in travel tech startups? Do things look great? Or are they bleak? And -- more importantly -- should you bet your money on travel technology?

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Uber: Driving Change Through User Experience

In 2024, Uber dominated the US ride-hailing market with a 76 percent share. Over 160 million people in 70 countries open its app to get a ride. 
But what was the reason for such success? It wasn’t even the first taxi app, so what was so special about Uber that made it number one?

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