Tricentis Appoints Eran Sher as Chief Product Officer to Drive AI-Driven Software Quality Innovation
Tricentis, a global leader in AI-augmented software quality solutions, has announced the appointment of Eran Sher as its new Chief Product Officer. With over 25 years of experience in enterprise software, Sher brings a wealth of expertise in building and scaling category-defining innovations in software development, testing, and quality engineering. His appointment underscores Tricentis’ commitment to accelerating the value realization of its AI-powered platform and driving the next phase of growth in the rapidly evolving software quality landscape.
Sher’s leadership comes at a pivotal moment for Tricentis, as the company continues to push the boundaries of AI-augmented software testing. Recent advancements, including the launch of its industry-first Remote Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and Agentic Test Automation, have positioned Tricentis at the forefront of innovation. These developments are part of the company’s broader strategy to redefine how organizations approach software testing in an AI-first world. The latest release of Tricentis Tosca, the company’s model-based test automation solution, further solidifies its role as a trailblazer in the space.
A Vision for Transformative Growth
In his new role, Sher will focus on shaping the future of software testing and quality engineering by leveraging AI to deliver faster, smarter, and more efficient solutions. His vision for the next 18 months centers on several key priorities:
- Accelerating Value Realization: Sher aims to empower customers to achieve faster time-to-value by delivering cutting-edge testing products that streamline workflows and enable the release of high-quality software at unprecedented speeds.
- Advancing AI Innovation: He will drive AI innovation across Tricentis’ platform, enhancing capabilities in test automation, management, performance testing, and quality intelligence. This includes integrating agentic AI strategies to address the growing complexity of modern software ecosystems.
- Fostering Collaboration with Customers: Sher plans to launch new beta programs and co-development initiatives with enterprise customers. These efforts will ensure that Tricentis remains closely aligned with customer needs while bringing innovative solutions to market more quickly.
- Strengthening ERP Partnerships: Recognizing the unique challenges of enterprise environments, Sher will deepen collaborations with ERP partners to develop next-generation testing tools tailored for complex systems like SAP and Oracle.
“AI is fundamentally reshaping how software is developed, tested, and released,” said Sher. “Tricentis has established itself as a leader in driving AI innovation within the software quality space, and I’m excited to contribute to this mission. My goal is to help our customers not only adapt to this transformative era but thrive in it by delivering the tools they need to succeed.”
A Legacy of Innovation and Leadership
Sher’s track record of innovation makes him uniquely qualified to lead Tricentis’ product strategy. As the co-founder and CEO of SeaLights, which was acquired by Tricentis in 2024, he pioneered AI-powered quality intelligence and test impact analysis, enabling organizations to optimize their testing processes and improve software quality. Prior to SeaLights, Sher co-founded Nolio, a continuous deployment platform acquired by CA Technologies, and held leadership roles at Mercury Interactive, PortAuthority Technologies, and Conduct.
Throughout his career, Sher has demonstrated a talent for turning theoretical concepts into practical, customer-focused solutions. His collaborative leadership style emphasizes cross-functional alignment, ensuring that product development is deeply connected to customer needs and market dynamics. At Tricentis, Sher will work closely with engineering, marketing, sales, customer success, and partner teams to execute a unified vision that drives business outcomes for customers.
“Eran’s ability to bridge innovation and practical application makes him the ideal leader to guide our exceptional team of product experts,” said Kevin Thompson, CEO of Tricentis. “As we continue to accelerate time-to-value, lead AI innovation in software quality, and provide customers with the tools they need to deliver high-quality software, Eran will play a critical role in advancing our mission.”
Building on a Foundation of Success
Tricentis’ recent achievements have set the stage for continued growth under Sher’s leadership. The company has expanded its global footprint with new operations in Ireland and Latin America, bolstered by a $1.33 billion strategic investment from GTCR. This infusion of capital underscores Tricentis’ commitment to prioritizing AI research and development, particularly in the realm of agentic AI strategies.
The company’s focus on innovation has also strengthened its position as the premier software quality engineering partner for enterprises across industries. By combining its robust platform with Sher’s visionary leadership, Tricentis is well-positioned to meet the demands of an increasingly dynamic software landscape.
About Tricentis
Tricentis is a global leader in continuous testing and quality engineering. The Tricentis AI-based, continuous testing portfolio of products provides a new and fundamentally different way to perform software testing. An approach that’s totally automated, fully codeless, and intelligently driven by AI. It addresses both agile development and complex enterprise apps, enabling enterprises to accelerate their digital transformation by dramatically increasing software release speed, reducing costs, and improving software quality. Widely credited for reinventing software testing for DevOps, cloud, and enterprise applications, Tricentis has been recognized as a leader by all major industry analysts, including Forrester, Gartner, and IDC. Tricentis has more than 3,000 customers, including the largest brands in the world, such as McKesson, Allianz, Telstra, Dolby, and Vodafone.
