6 factors that lead to poor software performance testing

1. 6 factors that lead to poor software performance testing What is performance testing? It is a testing method through which the speed, scalability, reliability and responsiveness of a software product or application under test are validated. It tests the product’s or application’s ability to perform under varying workloads. Performance bottlenecks are identified and solved. Following are the six factors that lead to poor software performance testing: 1 Performance goals are not well-defined: Specific performance targets should be set to test the product or application adequately. These targets should be measurable. Key aspects such as acceptable error rates, supporting infrastructure targets (free memory, CPU consumption etc.,) and transaction response times are taken into consideration. 2 Infrastructure monitoring is carried out in a haphazard manner: If transaction response times are being focused upon to carry out the performance testing process, without taking into consideration additional monitoring, then the outcome will not be satisfactory. 3 The performance test environment is not properly set up: There is some level of interpretation involved in performance test results. If the testing is not carried out in a production like environment, then the results may vary. 4 A methodical approach isn’t being followed: A methodical approach ensures good performance testing. There is a goal for every test execution that needs to be proved. A number of cycles are required to reach that goal. 5 Endurance testing is not carried out properly: Generally, an endurance test runs for 72 hours to make sure that the system is stable enough and is able to still perform as per the expectations. But, there will be scenarios where organizations because of the tight schedule may not provide a 72 hour window for endurance tests and rather may provide below 20 to 30 (it depends) hour window. 6 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are not defined: The thresholds for metrics are defined by Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that you don’t want to cross. Conclusion If you are looking forward to implementing performance testing for your specific project, then do get connected with professionally acclaimed software testing Services Company that will provide you with a tactical testing strategy that is in line with your project specific requirements. www.TestingXperts.com To know more about our services please email us at info@testingxperts.com USA | CANADA | UK | NETHERLANDS | SOUTH AFRICA | UAE | INDIA | SINGAPORE © TestingXperts, All Rights Reserved © www.testingxperts.com