An optimum test management system

Abstract

Testing is the process of finding out how well the product works and test management system refers to a system that manages the entire testing life cycle of a product. This thesis aimed to improve the testing system of the commissioning company by building an ideal test management system.

In the theoretical part, the general concept of testing and test management system is explained. The introduction of testing, testing life cycle, test management system and test management tool are discussed. Guidelines for selecting a testing tool are also provided.

In the practical part, the requirements for the new system were identified through interviews, discussions and a survey. A pre-selection of six testing tools was carried out for detailed evaluation in a pilot environment. At the end of the examination, TestLink was chosen as an ideal test management tool for the commissioning company. After the selection of the tool, the real testing environment was set up, and the new system was compared with the old system.

As a result, the new system seemed promising, and the company decided to implement the system. However, in the future, further research needs to be conducted, and improvement should be made in test plans and test cases according to the company’s current status. The objective of implementing a test management system in the company was met.