Inspired Testing

Performance Testing

Load, stress, soak and scalability testing are some of the test types included when undertaking performance testing. The fundamental purpose of performance testing and performance assurance is to reduce the risk of failure resulting from “volume” usage or other changes in usage of the system.

Features

• Test system performance under specific conditions
• Stress testing, how the system manages increased load
• Soak testing, 75% of peak transactions
• Performance test capacity planning and management
• On-site and Off-site performance testing resources
• Performance test tool selection and application
• Performance test audits and areas for improvement
• Performance testing strategy and review
• Tricentis Neoload, Microfocus Loadrunner, JMeter Experts

Benefits

• Reduce business risk through expert performance testing
• Identify weaknesses caused by additional volumes
• Know system failure points based on volume and usage
• Cost saving through modern performance test practices
• Cost saving through improved capacity and usage
• Long term savings through implementing a quality mind-set

£100 to £850 a unit a day

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Service definition document

  PDF

• Terms and conditions

  PDF

Request an accessible format

If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need versions of these documents in a more accessible format, email the supplier at ldignan@inspiredtesting.com. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.

Framework

G-Cloud 14

Service ID

455937011599840

Contact

Lloyd Dignan
+44 7920267703
ldignan@inspiredtesting.com

Planning

• Planning service: Yes
• How the planning service works: Inspired Testing will support in the effort required prior to any testing that is provided. The services differ however the process of thorough planning is a standard we set. The test planning must be in place so that all test phases can move forward. This can be done by Inspired Testing or provided to supplement an already defined strategy. For Performance Testing: ; ; • Defining a working strategy and objectives ; • Analysing data to define which devices tested will give the most value ; • Estimating time of script writing and execution ; • Giving access to our defect management system or access to yours ; • Setting up of communications between both parties ; • Creation of test data ; ; This will all be carried out prior to script writing to supplement the testing, as part of the service, in collaboration with yourself. Inspired Testing have experience in using a defined strategy for us to follow or developing one for you to take on.
• Planning service works with specific services: No

Training

• Training service provided: Yes
• How the training service works: We provide training in the usage of the performance testing software.
• Training is tied to specific services: No

Setup and migration

• Setup or migration service available: Yes
• How the setup or migration service works: During a migration process, performance testing is crucial to ensure the "to-be" environment can cope with the specific system demands.
• Setup or migration service is for specific cloud services: No

Quality assurance and performance testing

• Quality assurance and performance testing service: Yes
• How the quality assurance and performance testing works: We provide functional testing, testing of the software solution ensuring it meets the requirements specified and signed off by the business. We introduce concepts such as test driven development. At the very least ensure testing has a high profile among the development community. We also offer test automation, where we look to cover most existing test cases thus reducing the time and expense needed for regression testing. We also ensure that the solution perform optimally through our performance testing capability.

Security testing

• Security services: No

Ongoing support

• Ongoing support service: No

Service scope

• Service constraints: No constraints to our testing approach and strategy.

User support

• Email or online ticketing support: Email or online ticketing
• Support response times: We work standard office hours and weekends on request.
• User can manage status and priority of support tickets: Yes
• Online ticketing support accessibility: None or don’t know
• Phone support: Yes
• Phone support availability: 9 to 5 (UK time), Monday to Friday
• Web chat support: No
• Support levels: We have account managers to ensure our testing is to the highest standard. The escalation is to the team lead, delivery manager and finally to company directors.

Resellers

• Supplier type: Reseller providing extra features and support
• Organisation whose services are being resold: Neoload, JMeter, LoadRunner, Gatling, K6, Microfocus, Tricentis, Appium, SoapUI, EggPlant

Staff security

• Staff security clearance: Conforms to BS7858:2019
• Government security clearance: Up to Security Clearance (SC)

Standards and certifications

• ISO/IEC 27001 certification: Yes
• Who accredited the ISO/IEC 27001: QAS International
• ISO/IEC 27001 accreditation date: 16/10/2021
• What the ISO/IEC 27001 doesn’t cover: N/A
• ISO 28000:2007 certification: No
• CSA STAR certification: No
• PCI certification: No
• Cyber essentials: Yes
• Cyber essentials plus: No
• Other security certifications: No

Social Value

• Social Value:

  Social Value

  Equal opportunity

  Equal opportunity

  To ensure that our G-Cloud service provision delivers against Equal Opportunity, we will incorporate specific activities aligned with this policy outcome: Reducing the Disability Employment Gap: We will take proactive measures to increase the representation of disabled individuals within our workforce. This includes implementing recruitment strategies that target disabled candidates and fostering an inclusive work environment that supports the needs of disabled employees. Supporting Skills Development for Disabled Individuals: Our G-Cloud service provision will include initiatives aimed at developing new skills among disabled individuals. This may involve offering training programs tailored to their needs, providing opportunities for skill-building activities within the context of our services, and facilitating access to resources that enhance their employability. Influencing Stakeholders to Support Disabled People: We will actively engage with our staff, suppliers, customers, and communities to promote awareness and support for disabled individuals. This could involve advocacy campaigns, educational initiatives, and partnerships with disability organisations to create a more inclusive ecosystem within our sphere of influence. By implementing these activities, our G-Cloud service provision will contribute to reducing the disability employment gap, empowering disabled individuals through skills development, and fostering a culture of inclusivity and support within our organisation and broader stakeholder network.

Pricing

• Price: £100 to £850 a unit a day
• Discount for educational organisations: No

Service documents

• Pricing document

  PDF

• Service definition document

  PDF

• Terms and conditions

  PDF

Request an accessible format

If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need versions of these documents in a more accessible format, email the supplier at ldignan@inspiredtesting.com. Tell them what format you need. It will help if you say what assistive technology you use.