Logical standardises on Mercury Interactive testing tools

In today`s constantly changing business environment, the need for a Web presence is no longer an option but a vital tool in a corporation`s armoury. However, just as important is the need for the Web site to be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and it is a constant challenge for e-business developers to facilitate this.

One way of ensuring 24x7 availability is the correct testing of Web sites all the way through the construction process, and then again, before they go live. Logical SA, a worldwide integrator of e-business solutions and services, has implemented recognised methodologies for testing, especially as many of its developments are high profile.

After looking for a complete testing solution from functional to system integration testing, the Datatec company opted for Mercury Interactive`s product range.

Explains Gina Hishin, development manager at Logical : "We have invested in dedicated testing staff in our development division, so that we are able to deliver a quality solution to our clients. We believed we needed a testing team that used automated tools to deliver quality solutions, so we consulted Mercury Interactive, a company that provides automated software testing solutions," she says. Logical`s Hishin says that her department uses TestDirector extensively, and also uses Astra and LoadRunner for relevant applications.

TestDirector 7i allows testers, developers and business analysts to participate in and contribute to the testing process using a Web-based product to collaborate across geographic and organisational boundaries. Astra validates Web site content, while Loadrunner is the industry standard for Load and stress testing.

"Putting our extensive web development experience together with Mercury Interactive`s automated software testing solutions, means that we are able to give our customers a quality, accurate product on time," Hishin concludes.