The v-model is structured such that the development and testing phases are carried out parallel. Since the output of every testing phase goes as the input to the next development phase, all the errors and bugs are removed at the initial stage itself. Since this method is carried out for every module, the software product that is developed is created with very high quality. This structured design makes it one of the popular models to be followed by software organizations across the globe.
Such a methodology requires testing tools that are able integrate well into the existing process, so that the project is able to realize timely deliveries of the modules, and eventually get the product delivered on time. The test tool should be able to maintain rigor in the test process so that multiple test cycles of system, acceptance and integration testing can be carried out efficiently.
Defect tracking is one of the primary activities that need to be carried out in every testing phase. Test automation tools should be able to cater to defect tracking requirements from multiple testing teams and enable easy generation of defect tracking metrics. These defect metrics can be used by the top management to analyze the working of the test teams; and can be a great time-saver for team leads who were previously dependent on test resources to generate reports and metrics.
Other popular test tools like JIRA or BUGZILLA are commonly used by many testing teams. So, a new test automation tool should be able to integrate with them, and also generate metrics that can be used by the senior management. Collective metrics generated can be centrally viewed and will help to understand the working of all the test teams.
All software organizations need to work with efficient testing tools that can maximize the throughput of their testing groups.
A reliable test automation tool needs to provide the following benefits. 1. It should be able to accelerate time-to-market software products. 2. It should be able to enhance the product quality. 3. There should be provision for simple deployment and easy usage. 4. It should provide efficient test management process that can control costs and enhance productivity.
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