Get Facelift Early in Lifecycle Early LoadRunner and WinRunner tests on DEA allowed GFS to make several configuration and code changes that substantially improved the dependability of the product, thus eliminating costly post-implementation fixes. With Mercury Interactive's tools, the GFS project team was able to focus one by one on the various interfaces provided by the product, ensuring that each component performed properly. An advanced Neptune prototype has also been subjected to load testing, primarily to verify the technology choices, including Java, that make up the new suite of tools. Ongoing Load Testing Spots Bottlenecks, Breakpoints For Gallagher Millennium, load tests currently include up to 1,000 concurrent virtual users executing realistic business scenarios. These tests enable GFS to identify bottlenecks and breakpoints early in the application enhancement schedule, so that system speed and capacity can be maximized in a cost-effective manner.
Scripts are highly re-usable, making the test process faster and more efficient over the long term.
Special LoadRunner features contributing to the success of load testing include the Network Delay Monitor, which can quickly determine if the network is the source of slowdowns. The Network Delay Monitor can also identify the specific network segment causing problems. WinRunner Keeps Tabs on Funcionality WinRunner functional tests are executed at an early stage for all new GFS products and upgrades, permitting cost-efficient code changes. Testing Yields Stronger Sales Tools LoadRunner testing also provides specific answers to customers' questions regarding network capacity, system speed, hardware configuration and other performance issues. The testing program allows GFS to deliver documented evidence of performance claims and demonstrate in real terms the company's commitment to product quality.