Spherical Quality

What is it?
It is a methodological model, defined and developed by SIPSA, to achieve the systematic application of quality in software development projects in the digital age.

Software Quality in the Digital Age

How did it arise?
From the challenge faced by companies

Software is the foundation of
business development

It is delivered periodically
to adapt to customers

We are all users, we all want quality

Quality assurance must adapt and evolve
Shifting from a flat model to a spherical one.

X Axis Apply QA standards

Y Axis Understand the technological and business environment

Z Axis Understand the user and involve them whenever possible

 

X Axis - Apply QA standards

 

Software Quality Assurance (SQA) is a process that ensures all processes, methods, activities, and work elements in software engineering are monitored and comply with defined standards.

There are process and testing standards that define how to ensure quality, such as: ISO 9000, CMMI model, ISO 15504, Six Sigma, Lean Management, V Model, etc.

Y Axis - Understand the technological and business environment

 

Testing Model Canvas

SUT / From

The key in the testing process is to understand the system under test (SUT).

Environments & Interfaces

The environment and interfaces/connectivity will define the type of testing that can be done at each stage.

Testing

Define what type of test will be conducted at each stage:

  • Unit
  • Integration
  • Functional
  • System
  • Acceptance
  • PlayThePRO

And how (manual/automated).

Acceptance

Clearly define the acceptance criteria not only for Go-Live but throughout all stages.

Define the Quality Gates. 🙂

Implantation

Always align with the business strategy.

The driving force behind testing activities is always production.

SUT / To

In cases where the system will be transformed, it is necessary to understand both SUTs "From" and "To."

Data

Consider what data is needed to test the SUT at each stage: test data or real data coded/anonymized.

Framework: Tools / Processes / Reports

Testing activities depend on each situation, in terms of processes, tools used, and type of reports for the organization.

Testing and Acceptance Team

Don't forget to identify and lead the testing and acceptance team. This is where the knowledge source is.

Z Axis - Understand the user and involve them whenever possible

 

We use methods to understand the end user, from user segmentation to individual study of people.

User segmentation is used to study the types of users and segment their behavior towards the application, dividing them into unique groups.

A user persona is a fictional character that represents each of the user segments on a card.

An empathy map is a visual tool that helps understand a person by entering the mind of a user and gaining their perspective.

User Segmentation User Persona Empathy Map

Quality Project Model

Project phases

SQ Evaluation Meeting

It begins with a meeting to explain the process and the objectives. The SQ evaluation document will be provided.

SQ Evaluation Document

The client answers some questions so that the quality team can evaluate the positioning in the quality ranking of the SQ model.

Quality Plan Definition

Based on the SQ evaluation document, the team defines the quality plan, which will contain all the improvements and the action plan

Quality Plan Implementation

The defined quality plan will be implemented jointly by the client and the expert quality teams

Continuous Monitoring and Support

The implementation of the quality plan will be subject to continuous monitoring and support tailored to the client’s needs

Project Phases

SQ Evaluation Meeting

It begins with a meeting to explain the process and the objectives. The SQ evaluation document will be provided.

SQ Evaluation Document

The client answers some questions so that the quality team can evaluate the positioning in the quality ranking of the SQ model.

Quality Plan Definition

Based on the SQ evaluation document, the team defines the quality plan, which will contain all the improvements and the action plan

Quality Plan Implementation

The defined quality plan will be implemented jointly by the client and the expert quality teams

Continuous Monitoring and Support

The implementation of the quality plan will be subject to continuous monitoring and support tailored to the client’s needs

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Want to know more?
It’s as simple as hitting “play.”

Contact without obligation