Test process improvement : a practical step-by-step guide to structured testing

Tim Koomen

ISBN 10: 0201596245 / ISBN 13: 9780201596243

Published by Addison-Wesley, 1999

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Leichte Gebrauchsspuren; Leichte Verschmutzung / Farbtonveränderung. Software testing is crucial in development, yet many organizations struggle to manage and improve this process effectively. This guide offers practical, step-by-step suggestions for enhancing the testing process in a controlled manner, focusing on achievable goals related to quality, lead time, and costs. It introduces the Test Process Improvement (TPI) model, a structured framework validated by numerous professionals, which can be applied to refine existing processes or create new ones from the ground up. The authors leverage their extensive expertise to provide actionable insights and a customizable framework for readers to implement within their organizations. This resource is essential for anyone involved in software testing who seeks to establish a successful, structured approach. Tim Koomen, a professional tester at IQUIP Informatica B.V., specializes in automated testing and process improvement using TPI. Martin Pol, with over 25 years in structured testing, currently manages R&D for IQUIP Informatica B.V. and GiTek Software N.V., contributing significantly to the development of TMap and TPI. Both authors are recognized speakers and have presented widely across Europe and the USA, sharing their knowledge and innovations in the field.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Test process improvement : a practical step-by-step guide to structured testing
• Publisher: Addison-Wesley
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0201596245
• ISBN 13: 9780201596243
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Fine
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Synopsis

"If competitiveness is an issue in your market, IT will be vital, and this book will help you to deal with the problems it will bring along." Henk W Broeders, Executive Board, CAP Gemini

"I was introduced to TPI and suddenly the penny dropped...This was quite a revelation... I recommend that you try the ideas suggested in this book... use the TPI method to improve your test process." Stephen K Allott, Senior Consultant, ImagoQA Ltd

"The application of TPI enables us to raise our global testing organization to the next professional level. I am absolutely convinced that everybody using TPI in a similar way will experience the same added value." Dr Hans Voorthuyzen, Global Manager Product Testing Group, Baan


Software testing is an essential part of software development but many organizations regard it as an uncontrollable part of the process and find it difficult to take steps to improve it. In Test Process Improvement, Tim Koomen and Martin Pol give practical suggestions for improving the testing process in a gradual and controlled manner, with realistic goals in terms of quality, lead time and costs.

The book describes and explains the Test Process Improvement (TPI) model, tried and tested by numerous professional testers, which provides a structured framework to be used either for improving an existing test process or for developing a new process from scratch. The authors use their in-depth knowledge and extensive experience to provide practical guidance and a framework that enables the reader to adapt the model for use in his/her organization.

If you are involved in testing software systems and are aiming to implement a successful and structured process, you will find this book an invaluable resource.

About the Author

Tim Koomen is a professional tester for IQUIP Informatica B.V. in the Netherlands, where he is a member of the R&D team covering issues such as automated testing and testfactories. He is currently advising organizations on how to improve their testing processes using the TPI model. He regularly presents at conferences and training sessions throughout Europe.

Martin Pol has over 25 years of experience in structured testing, currently working as CEO, senior consultant for Polteq International Testing services.