Innovative technical performance engineer solutions delivered by specialists
Background
A major public sector department requested support from Expleo with testing of a critical mapping solution. The system is used extensively to facilitate annual grant applications. The application process is under EU regulation and delays in grant applications could result in considerable fines, meaning application performance is critical.
Expleo were engaged as Software Quality Assurance Partners to support the organisation on its digital transformation programme. Performance Engineering was provided to the client using our On-Demand specialist shared service.
Challenges
- Limited real world understanding of how the application was used by its end users
- Mapping applications and associated customisations are technically challenging to test using typical performance testing techniques
- Timescales for testing were limited and engagement was late in the software development lifecycle
- Significant data and environment availability challenges
- Regular code deployments throughout testing critically impacting performance testing assets
We are a dedicated team of specialist software professionals, with considerable experience of different clients, industries and technologies. The team provides bespoke, flexible and cost-effective services to enable clients to digitally transform at pace.
Solution
- Review of existing performance testing processes
- Requirements analysis and volumetric review completed to ensure valid performance tests were implemented
- Load Testing Tool evaluation process to identify the most appropriate tool choice
- Highly innovative technical solution using front-end based performance protocols
- Fast, short notice start-up time to meet client delivery schedules
- Robust technical solution producing testing assets that were more resilient to code changes during testing thus reducing the cost of rework
- Development of performance engineering skills on project team
- Transfer of skills required to operate Expleo technical solution to client team
If you have experienced any of the challenges discussed or would like to know more information about our digital assurance and technology support services please contact ondemandtesting@expleogroup.com.
Client benefits
QUALITY & TESTING
Quality assurance & execution
With a 40 years proven track record in Quality Assurance, Expleo provides a world class quality assurance service in multiple industry verticals, fully embedded with our clients’ teams. We bring teams that match our clients’ structure and skills to ensure effective delivery at all levels.
