Investments done in testing tools usually extends over many repetitions of the same project and may be useful to many other projects too. So the Test Manager needs to look at test tool investment from multiple perspectives when selecting a tool. [Read more…] about What are the parameters for selecting a testing tool?
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What is Testing Tool ROI? One time/Recurring Costs & Risks related to tools?
There are several aspects that a Test Manager has to consider before a testing tool can be selected for purchase and deployment. A Test Manager /QA Manager is responsible for ensuring that all testing tools meet these criteria:
- Enhance value of work done by testing team
- Give positive Return On Investment (ROI)
- Have real and prolonged benefit
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How to select a testing tool? Open Source, Vendor Tools & Custom Development
Investing in software testing tools is a significant decision for many organizations. The Test Manager may be called upon to drive the selection / recommend a tool to be used. Selection of a testing tool should be done after due process, considering the long term strategy of the organization, total cost of ownership (TCO), risks and several other parameters, apart from meeting the functional requirements. [Read more…] about How to select a testing tool? Open Source, Vendor Tools & Custom Development
Software testing process improvement models – TMMi, TPI Next, CTP, STEP
There are several industry standard models that have been created in order to improve the testing process. These software testing process improvement models are specifically tailored for testing and hence, they are better suited than other process improvement models which are usually meant for software development.
Test Managers should be familiar with the models and their high level features, for the ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager exam. [Read more…] about Software testing process improvement models – TMMi, TPI Next, CTP, STEP
What is the IDEAL model for test process improvement?
The models for improving test processes can enable the overall IT industry to achieve greater maturity level and professionalism. These models enable development of cross-organizational parameters that which are useful for comparisons. [Read more…] about What is the IDEAL model for test process improvement?