MICROFOCUS | TestPro | Software Testing Consultancy

THE BRIEFTHE BRIEF

Microfocus faced a critical challenge of bridging their testing skills gaps while ensuring efficient resource allocation. They sought to expand their testing team swiftly to meet the growing demands of their project while recognising the need to upskill their existing staff and enhance their testing capabilities.

CHALLENGESCHALLENGES

Rapid Expansion

Microfocus faced the urgent need to expand their testing team to meet project demands.

Skill Shortage

Finding skilled professionals within their budget and desired timeline proved to be a significant challenge.

Testing Capabilities

They desired to improve their testing capabilities and stay updated with the latest industry trends.

SOLUTIONSOLUTION

Tailored Training

TestPro Academy provided ISTQB-certified software testing training to upskill existing staff, enhancing their proficiency and knowledge.

On Demand Resourcing

TestPro provided highly skilled technical resource to supplement the testing team, filling resource gaps and bringing fresh skills and perspectives.

Cost-effective

Our solution offered a cost-effective solution by providing access to low-cost, highly quality resources.

RESULTSRESULTS

Enhanced Capabilities

80%

increase in certified testers. Upskilling the existing staff and integrating trained graduates improved Microfocus overall testing capabilities.

Resource Integration

50%

50% reduction in onboarding time. The highly skilled resources seamlessly integrated into the testing team, contributing immediately to projects and minimising delays.

Budget Optimisation

30%

cost reduction. Leveraging low-cost, trained resources allowed Microfocus to optimise their budget while maintaining high-quality testing services.

“We loved the flexibility and practicality of the TestPro Academy. The expert trainers upskilled our existing teams while technical resources supported where required. It worked well - the training was excellent and we even hired some of the resources permanently”

Greg Bell, Head of Testing, Microfocus

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