Test results have a consistent format and are regularly shared within the tribe/org.
Test results are regularly collected and reported but may lack granularity or detail.
Test results are usually documented, but primarily for major milestones or phases/releases.
There is limited traceability from requirements to test cases and results.
There is some distinction between test types/levels and platforms, but there's no comprehensive view.
The team may rely on basic documentation during specific stages, such as system or integration testing, but fails to apply consistent reporting - across all phases of the SDLC.
The tribe follows a consistent process for reporting test results, with established templates and guidelines to ensure clarity, consistency, and uniformity.
Test results provide a comprehensive view across various test types, levels and platforms (cross-browser, per-OS).
Reporting is mostly quantitative (e.g., number of passed/failed tests) without much qualitative feedback.
Transparency is increasing, and data is regularly shared within the tribe.
Test/code coverage per test level and per product started to be collected and analyzed.
Clearly defined risks, issues, and dependencies, making them readily accessible to everyone, containing sufficient information for easy - comprehension, and ensuring they are regularly updated with the latest progress
The reporting solution provides quantitative and comparative metrics on test coverage, performance variations, newly added or modified tests, and issue severity across testing phases, all compared against previous releases.
Regular audits, reviews, and refinements are taking place to ensure the accuracy, relevance, and continuous improvement of the reporting solution, and the derived insights are documented and made accessible to the tribe and relevant stakeholders.
Test results are not just reported but also analyzed for patterns, trends, and insights, empowering the tribe to iteratively and incrementally enhance both their processes and the quality of their deliverables.
Comprehensive test result reports are automatically generated and are accessible to the entire tribe/org.
Test/code coverage per test level and per product is regularly analyzed and improved.
The process of capturing, storing, and reporting test results is largely automated.
Result reports offer clear insights into defect tracking, highlighting issue trends across various phases.
The tribe utilizes test results not just for risk assessment but for proactive improvement in the SDLC.
All testing, including functional, non-functional, cross-browser, per OS, and all levels per the test pyramid, is fully integrated into a seamless reporting and decision-making process.
All stakeholders, including non-technical ones, can easily access and understand the test reports, fostering trust and transparency.
How are test results currently reported in your team or organization, and what is the level of detail and frequency of these reports?
How well are test results integrated with other software development processes (like CI/CD, defect tracking) and effectively communicated to different stakeholders, including both technical and non-technical members?
To what extent is automation used in the generation, analysis, and dissemination of test results, and what tools are currently in place to support these processes?
Beyond basic test results, what additional quality metrics (like code quality, usability, security vulnerabilities, risks, defect leakage) are being tracked, and how comprehensive is the test coverage across different test types and levels?
How are test results utilized in identifying, assessing, and managing risks, and in driving continuous improvement in your software development processes?