Automation in SCM: Boosting Serialization & Traceability

December 10, 2024

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Introduction

  • Client: A leading serialization and traceability SCM provider.
  • Industry Challenge: Complex data exchanges across virtual machines with manual testing causing inefficiencies.
  • Goal: Streamline testing to enhance product integrity and regulatory compliance.

Problem Statement

  • High Testing Effort: Manual processes for frequent platform updates were time-consuming.
  • Data Complexity: Integration across multiple applications increased validation errors.
  • Limited Regression Testing: Rapid release cycles left little time for thorough testing.
  • Resource Overload: Repeated smoke testing consumed critical testing time.

Business Need

  • Automated Accuracy: Reduce manual testing efforts and enhance precision.
  • Efficiency: Cut down regression, functional, and smoke testing time.
  • Scalability: Support frequent updates and regulatory changes with quick, quality releases.

Our Solution

Tools Used:

Eggplant Functional, Eggplant DAI Server

Key Steps Taken:

    1. Phased Implementation: Clear milestones and iterative improvements for streamlined delivery.

    2. Learning & Training: Dedicated team mastering Eggplant tools with continuous skill-building.

    3. Automation Framework:

    • Built with 5 suites: Common Utilities, Test Case Handlers, Base Applications, and Test Data Management.
    • Page Object Model (POM): Enabled reusable and maintainable test scripts.

    4. Optimization Techniques:

    • Parallel test execution on multiple VMs.
    • Shift-based scheduling to ensure 24/7 testing.
    • Efficient Eggplant license utilization.

Benefits

  • 8,000 Test Cases Automated: Comprehensive functional, regression, and smoke test coverage.
  • 98% Automation Coverage: Reduced manual intervention, improving test accuracy.
  • 88% Faster Test Execution: Parallel and scheduled testing accelerated cycles.
  • Cost-Effective Testing: Optimized license use minimized expenses.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Faster and more reliable testing ensured adherence to standards.

Outcome:

SDET Tech revolutionized the client’s testing process, reducing time-to-market while maintaining compliance and scalability.

Ready to Transform Your Testing Process?

Contact SDET Tech today to optimize your testing strategy and achieve faster, reliable, and scalable results!

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