Formal Processes:
Formal Testing Methodologies:
Our games testing methodology is well in line with the rigorous standards of the IT Industry with all processes certified under ISO 9001:2000.
The elements of this methodology include:
A well-defined Lifecycle of testing including stages for Strategy and Planning, Design, Implementation, Execution and Closure
VeriSoft-standard test asset templates for test case writing, bug reporting etc. which are customized for each gaming customer
A resource pyramid with clearly identified roles and responsibilities
Risk management and escalation mechanisms built into the project management process
Established Communication mechanisms internally as well as with the customer
Project Delivery Processes:
Rigorous project management techniques used at VeriGames are based on metrics and structured reviews to track the metrics for the purpose of status checking and continuous improvement.
The metrics maintained are for:
Effort
Productivity
Effectiveness
Completion
Customer Satisfaction
Authorized Partnerships with OEMs
All major manufacturers – Sony, Nintendo and Microsoft - have extended their support to VeriGames (VeriSoft) with authorizations to procure their equipment as well as secure access to their websites.
Offshore Infrastructure
A key component of the VeriGames Advantage is the offshore model. Offshoring has transformed the IT development landscape and VeriGames believes that the Gaming industry is poised to reap the same benefits by exploiting the maturity that has been achieved in the offshore delivery mechanisms.
This offshore project delivery capability is supported by a facility with strict access security, mechanisms for protection of the client's Intellectual Property, uninterrupted power, large redundant internet bandwidth provided by multiple service providers, game consoles from all OEMs, and video-recording set up for bug reporting.
In addiotion, for most effective use of resources as well as to meet the time-to-market requirements, our team works in two shifts. All facilities for transport, food and security are provided to our teams. The multiple shift working also allows for more overlap with our American customers.
Near-shore services – For successful off-shore execution, it is sometimes necessary to have some of the activities such as planning done on-site at the beginning of the execution. Our senior resources work collaboratively with the customer team for a short period on-site for this purpose.
Flexible and Professional Teams
We understand the dynamic nature of the games industry with very narrow windows of opportunity and have successfully ramped up and down the team size as per the testing requirements of the customer. We do maintain a core group at all times.
Our teams are a mix of hard-core gamers who are rigorously trained in testing and testing professionals who are game-enthusiasts.
The resources are selected through a well-established recruitment process and their skills honed by a well-thought-out structured training program, conducted by internal as well as external faculty.
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