Leysen can provide senior test consultants to undertake a variety of tasks, such as create test strategies, implement and document good testing practices, train client staff in best testing methods etc

It is imperative to have a well constructed testing strategy in place at the outset of any testing exercise. It is well known that the earlier software bugs are detected the cheaper they are to fix. It is also important to note that software design which is poorly thought out from a testing point of view can have costly consequences when the testing actually takes place. The V Model approach to testing comes into play here, by checking the testing aspects at each stage of development from project initiation to successful implementation.

Good testing methods are learnt from experience, and this is not always available in-house. Testing has often been undertaken with speed to market being regarded as the most important issue. However, as with the adoption of any approved quality standards, the introduction of proven testing methods can have very beneficial effects in the sense of having conformity of approach across systems and systematic levels of checking. The implementation of new testing methods requires in-depth, proven experience as well as attention to detail in the production of appropriate documentation.

Training client staff in new methods is vital to get acceptance and enthusiasm in their use. Leysen can provide experienced testing practitioners who can introduce new testing methods to organisations and provide all the necessary training required to ensure that these are fully adopted by all concerned in the testing process.