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PM Role in Testing

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This job aid shows Campus Project Managers how to access, use and manage ServiceNow during CHRS testing.

Testing Workflow

workflow diagram

Testing Management

testing managment workflow

Before you Start

  • Have DUO installed on your cell phone.
  • Have your cell phone nearby.
  • Install Cisco AnyConnect on your workstation.
  • Get Cisco AnyConnect installed Review test with original tester.
  • Cisco AnyConnect is a virtual private network that you must authenticate with to access CHRS test systems.
  • Navigate to ServiceNow
  • Select your campus, then click Login
csu login page
  • Click Send Me a Push.
duo login page
  • Approve the DUO push on your cell phone.
approve page, click approve
  • Click on All > Dashboards
screenshot of drop down menus of all and dashboard
  • Click on star to add dashboards to Favorites
screenshot highlighting the Star symbol
  • Click on Wave # Dashboard (this is your wave 3, 4, or 5)
example of wave dashboard

ServiceNow Dashboard

  • Service Now Dashboard shows all tests assigned to campus
  • Each test will have a status
example of dashboard pie chart
  • Dashboard will show status of Wave testing
  • Unexecuted: The original state of the test.
  • In Progress: You are still working on the test.
  • Passed: Finished. The actual results match the expected results.
  • Failed: Test failed because the system is not working. A ServiceNow ticket opens automatically.
  • Blocked: Test cannot be completed at this time. Work with your campus and the testing team to resolve the issue so you can continue testing.  
  • Retest: The test failed previously. The issue was fixed. The status is set to retest so you can re-attempt the test.
  • Campus Review: Use this status if your campus requires a review before determining the test results.
  • Bar graph of tests
  • Click on status to view module cases – you can change view by group and/or how stacked
example of testing by module
example of tests by status
example of test graphs
  • Viewing Tests  
  • Click to view tests by module or status
  • Next page will list all tests based on status or module  
  • Examples:
example of all tests passed
example of tests that failed
example of campus review page

Management of Statuses

  • Campus Review
    • A tester will change status of a test if they are unable to complete the test.
    • PM to review test with original tester and module SMEs if applicable to determine issue
      • Blockage – does tester have correct permissions, correct employee ID, etc. Work with campus team and/or CO team to determine reason for block
      • User Error – Confirm that tester completed the correct steps
      • Failure – all steps completed in test and the test results did NOT match expected results
    • Tester to retest if blockage removed or User error has been corrected
    • Failed – PM will change status on test to failed
  • Failed
    • Failed test will result in automatic generated ServiceNow ticket
    • Complete all fields in form Click on Update
    • ServiceNow Ticket is generated and sent to appropriate team
  • Blocked
    • A test may be blocked and not deemed a failed test if:
      • Tester may not have correct permission
      • Wrong employee ID
      • Process not being run
      • Prerequisite not completed
    • PM to work with Campus team and CO team to resolve blocked test

Management of Testing Action

  • Monitor Dashboard Daily
  • Statuses
  • What are you reviewing?
    • Campus Reviews
      • Are any tests in campus review?
      • Schedule time to meet with tester?
      • Determine next steps
    • Unexecuted?
      • Follow up with tester if tests have been stagnant
      • Determine if tests need to be moved to another tester
      • Provide support to tester if needed o Blocked tests
      • Follow up with campus team and/or CO team on status of blockage being removed
    • Retests
      • Follow-up with tester that they will need to retest  
  • Assess overall status of campus testing
    • Percentage of tests completed
    • Number of days left in testing period
    • Reach out to CO PM if any questions or concerns
  • Tips
    • Schedule specific group testing sessions in addition to the Test Labs scheduled by the CO.
    • Discuss time management with testers
      • Encourage testers to block out time on calendar
      • Begin testing immediately do not procrastinate
      • Anticipate any conflicts that may arise with day to day job
      • Schedule short periods of time for testing each day versus blocking an entire day for testing
    • Send reminders to testers
    • Send update of overall campus progress to all testers
    • Encourage questions
    • Schedule 1:1 time if needed with a tester
    • Reach out to CO PM with any questions and/or concerns
    • People want to know what they do and what they think matter, celebrate successes throughout this project
      • Highlight progress
      • Send thank you notes
      • Send appreciate note to testers and their supervisors at end of testing
      • Plan a campus end of testing celebration

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