"Testing adds real and quantifiable value to the software development lifecycle"

Making the Case for Test Process
Intellect UK Group

Testing

A good quality software test process is well known to be a key factor in successful software development.

Parabola's Test Process is a set of best practices to achieve effective and efficient testing. Practices are applied according to the project on a pragmatic fit for purpose basis.

It has also been shown many times that the earlier a fix or change is identified, the cheaper it is to apply.

The cost of fixes goes up exponentially as the project progresses.

Our testing process starts as early as the requirements analysis stage where we begin producing the system test plan. During the design stage our technical reviews provide an early opportunity to test for faults in the design.

During the development phase each software object is unit tested by the developer. After the build is complete an independent and comprehensive system test is performed. Then, prior to implementation, the business is given the opportunity to acceptance test the solution.

Finally during implementation the solution is tested in its live environment for configuration or environmental problems.