It’s Not About the Clicks: Understanding the Other 90% of ePayments Testing Activity

Analysis – Evaluating the effectiveness of the testing as well as determining the meaning of the test results

The initial task in analyzing ePayments testing is evaluating whether or not the executed tests were valid (that is, did they actually test the aspects of your system that they were intended to test?), or if additional testing is required. The secondary task (for verified tests) is determining what the results indicate about your system. Some organizations use an enterprise-wide test management system (such as HP Quality Center) to store and categorize results, for example, to enable managers to quickly see the number of tests that have passed or failed for a specific module. Similarly, networks might gauge their members’ progress using reports on the number of certification tests successfully completed by each member.

Need Help with the Other 90% of ePayments Testing?

While automating the manual labor of payment systems testing will help most organizations realize some cost savings, it is clear that much of the ePayments testing process is not about the "clicks." The bulk of the tasks in the ePayments testing timeline require specialized knowledge in electronic processing of financial transactions - knowledge that your organization may find more accessible through collaboration with vendors and experienced professionals from other organizations. Contact sales@paragonedge.com for more information on how we can assist you as you address the "other 90%" of ePayments testing.

About Paragon Application Systems

Paragon Application Systems is a leading global provider of ePayment simulation, configuration and testing software tools to the financial industry. More than 400 financial institutions in over 80 countries use Paragon tools to improve quality and reduce time-to-market. Paragon's broad customer base includes major interchanges, processors, leading software providers, banks and credit unions. Visit Paragon Application Systems at www.paragonedge.com.

About the Author

Cathy Gardner, with over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, joined Paragon initially as Product Support Manager and currently serves as VP, Professional Services. During her career, she has worked with a variety of network platforms and served in support roles for both internal and external customers in operations, back-office, conversion project management, communications, mainframe and server environments. Before coming to Paragon, Gardner worked as a consultant for implementation and upgrades of EFT/ATM software at financial institutions within the U.S. She is a graduate of Chowan University in Murfreesboro NC.

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