Test Environment Management for Dummies
Test Environment Management in a Nutshell
In a nutshell, Test Environments Management is about ensuring the Environment Managers, Project Managers, Test Mangers, Developers, Engineers & System SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) collaborate to ultimately ensure Environment transparency, readiness and ultimately stability of your environments across the life-cycle.Effective Test Environment is built on 9 Key Activities
As shown in the “Test Environment Management Use Case” belowBenefits of an Effective Test Environment Management Use Case
- Operational Uplift across DevOps & Test
- Enhanced Quality Engineering
- IT and Test Environment Cost Optimization
- Reduced DevTest Disruption
- Reduced IT Infrastructure, License and Service Spend
- Accelerated Delivery (Time to Market)
Relevant Articles
Test Environments – The Tracks for Agile Release Trains
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Test Environments: Why You Need One and How to Set It Up
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What is Data Masking?
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Data Compliance: A Detailed Guide for IT Leaders
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HIPAA vs GDPR vs PCI
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What is Release Management (an ERM & SAFe Perspective)
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