Testware is a collection of software created for the specific purpose of software testing, particularly software testing AUTOMATION. 

For example, automation testware is created to run on automation frameworks. All utilities and application software that work TOGETHER to test a software package but do not necessarily contribute to operational purposes are referred to as testware. As a result, testware is only a working environment for application software or portions thereof, rather than a static configuration. It contains artifacts created during the testing process that is needed to plan, develop, and execute tests, such as documentation, scripts, INPUTS, expected outcomes, set-up and clear-up processes, files, databases, environment, and any other software or tools used during testing. Both verification and validation testing methodologies are used to create testware. Testware, like software, consists of CODES and binaries, as well as test cases, test plans, and test reports. Testware should be preserved and faithfully maintained under the direction of a configuration management system.