In the highly competitive landscape of software development, the costs associated with traditional testing approaches can be substantial. From the labour-intensive nature of manual testing to the maintenance of multiple testing environments’ infrastructure, expenses can rapidly accumulate, straining budgets and resources.
Time is also a critical factor. However, conventional testing methodologies often hinder progress, resulting in significant delays in bringing products to market.
In addition to above, one challenge stands out as paramount: Requirement Volatility. As software requirements undergo constant changes and updates, testers are tasked with navigating the intricate web of ‘Regression Ramifications’. Each modification to the requirements introduces the potential for unintended consequences, necessitating testers to meticulously validate the software’s functionality. Regression testing becomes a crucial process, ensuring that new developments do not disrupt existing features or introduce defects.
However, a revolutionary approach called Always-On Testing is transforming the way DCS approach quality assurance, enabling organizations to stay ahead of the curve. Our solution transforms the software development process in three powerful ways.
Firstly, Always-on testing facilitates continuous testing of features throughout the development cycle, rather than waiting until the end. This approach seamlessly integrates testing into the workflow, promoting continuous improvement and ensuring that each iteration surpasses the previous one. The result? Companies can accelerate product launches and stay ahead of the competition.
Secondly, Always-on testing seamlessly integrates testing into every phase of development, from initial design to final deployment. By identifying and addressing issues in real-time, this approach helps prevent costly errors from accumulating and becoming major problems later in the development process.
Lastly, with always-on testing, smart regression tests are automatically run whenever changes are introduced, ensuring that new updates are instantly checked against existing functionality. This leads to faster identification and resolution of issues, resulting in a more stable and reliable software product.
The benefits of Always-On Testing are manifold and transformative:
- Proactive Issue Detection: By continuously running tests in the background, potential issues are identified and addressed early in the development cycle, preventing costly rework and delays down the line.
- End-to-End Validation: Always-On Testing ensures that every component of your software is thoroughly tested and validated, guaranteeing a seamless user experience.
- Real-Time Insights: With access to real-time insights, you can monitor the health and performance of your software in real-time, enabling proactive decision-making and timely interventions.
- Continuous Feedback Loop: Always-On Testing establishes a continuous feedback loop among development teams. By providing timely feedback on code changes and updates, teams can iterate quickly and efficiently, driving innovation and delivering value to customers.
- Adaptability to Change: Always-On Testing ensures that your software remains resilient and responsive to change, keeping you one step ahead of the competition in today’s dynamic business landscape.
Measuring Success of Always on Testing
Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) is essential to gauge the impact and effectiveness of your testing efforts. The following statistics showcase the KPIs measured during the implementation of Always-On Testing at one of DCS’s enterprise client.
Firstly, the daily test case count has surpassed a remarkable threshold of 3,000 test cases and over 30,000 validations. This signifies extensive testing coverage across various scenarios and functionalities.
Secondly, regression time has been slashed by an impressive 80%, enabling teams to deploy updates faster and with greater confidence.
Thirdly, thanks to faster API scripting, teams can accelerate the development process and reduce time-to-market, achieving quicker turnaround times without compromising quality.
Furthermore, a total cost reduction of 58.2% has been achieved, allowing organizations to optimize their testing budgets while maximizing efficiency.
Additionally, early bug detection rates have soared to 85%, enabling teams to identify and address issues at the earliest stages of development.
Lastly, an astounding return on investment (ROI) of 198% has been realized, showcasing the substantial returns generated by investing in Always-On Automation.
With these remarkable KPIs, Always-On Automation is not merely a tool—it’s a catalyst for success, driving efficiency, quality, and innovation in software development.
As the demand for high-quality software continues to soar, Always-On Testing emerges as a game-changer, offering organizations a competitive edge in the market. By embracing this innovative approach, businesses can streamline their development processes, enhance software quality, and ultimately deliver superior user experiences.
About DCS
We are a Pure-Play Pega Partner and team of decisioning experts providing advisory, implementation and on-going managed services for enterprise clients globally. Working in partnership with enterprises, we help leverage the power of Pega’s AI, next-generation AI and decisioning capabilities to deliver 1:1 Customer Engagement, Credit Risk and Intelligent Automation solutions. With offices in the UK, Netherlands and India coupled with planned expansion into the US and APAC markets our team of over 100+ Decisioning Consultants have expertise across a range of industries – including Financial Services, Communications & Media, Insurance and Retail sectors.
