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Why You Need to Rethink POS Testing Before March 31, 2025
The global POS software market will reach USD 16.37 billion in 2025, growing at 10.9% annually.
Yet by March 31, 2025, 51 new PCI-DSS requirements become enforceable—meaning a failed audit could risk more than fines. You could lose customer trust and critical revenue streams.
How Has PCI-DSS v4.0 Raised the Bar for QA?
PCI-DSS v4.0 was officially released in March 2022, with the prior standard v3.2.1 retired on March 31, 2024.
Starting March 31, 2025, an additional 51 “future-dated” requirements will be enforced—covering encryption, multi-factor authentication (MFA), web application firewalls (WAF), and expanded risk assessments.
Why Traditional Testing Falls Short in 2025
- Device & OS sprawl:
Retailers run POS systems across desktops, tablets, and mobile—each with different configs. - Tangled integrations:
POS platforms often connect CRM, inventory, loyalty, and ecommerce systems. - Tougher compliance:
PCI-DSS v4.0 now explicitly demands secure flows, encrypted storage, MFA validation, and audit-ready artifacts. - Flaky selectors break CI/CD:
Traditional UI automation tools can’t keep up with dynamic POS layouts, delaying releases.
How Do AskUI’s Vision Agents Solve This?
AskUI uses AI-driven computer vision to interact with software the same way a human would.
No fragile selectors, no scripts that break on layout tweaks—meaning PCI checks run smoothly even as your POS evolves.
A Practical Example: Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn, Germany’s largest railway operator, faced challenges testing applications that run across multiple platforms and integrations.
By adopting AskUI’s Vision Agents, they were able to:
- Automate extensive POS and ticketing workflows
- Capture visual evidence of secure transactions meeting PCI-DSS standards
- Reduce manual validation work and accelerate software releases
FAQs
How does AskUI support PCI-DSS v4.0 compliance audits for POS systems?
AskUI visually validates encryption processes, MFA prompts, and WAF-protected payment pages. This produces audit-ready evidence tailored to PCI-DSS v4.0 standards in retail transaction environments.
Will AskUI take over where tools like Selenium or Appium are used?
No. AskUI complements script-based tools by automating visually intensive POS scenarios that often fail under traditional automation—especially where custom hardware or dynamic payment workflows are involved.
Which platforms and devices does AskUI handle for POS environments?
AskUI allows QA teams to automate tests on Windows, macOS, and Linux, as well as browser-based POS kiosks and Android/iOS tablets—covering the full spectrum of modern retail systems.
Internal Resources for QA Leaders
Internal Resources for QA Leaders
The Bottom Line for 2025
With the POS software market reaching USD 16.37 B in 2025 and 51 new PCI-DSS v4.0 requirements enforced by March 31, 2025, robust automated testing is non-negotiable.
AskUI’s Vision Agents enable you to:
✅ Automate secure, end-to-end tests across all platforms
✅ Visually prove PCI compliance
✅ Shorten release cycles and minimize maintenance
In today’s high-stakes retail landscape, this is how leading teams safeguard customer data and accelerate reliable deployments.
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