1. Software Quality Assurance is all we do.
For 23 years, BenchmarkQA has helped software project teams identify their
quality issues and go on to deliver higher quality software, resulting in fewer
defects and an overall positive and direct impact on their bottom line.
We offer four primary services:
Consulting Services Training & Seminars
Staffing Services Local Outsourcing Test Lab
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2. Bringing in someone from the outside who
knows software quality processes inside and
out was key to resolving our quality
issues.
Development Director
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3. Consulting Services
Quality Path
Expert, objective, robust assessment of current state of quality
Get prioritized, actionable recommendations to build a high-
performance future state of quality
Cost-justify changes and investments in quality process improvement,
resources, and tools
Quickly implement a sustainable, results-driven quality program
Ensure performance through quality program over-site, measurement,
and continuous improvement programs
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4. We have leveraged BenchmarkQA to address
some of our key software quality initiatives, and
we are most definitely better off as a result of
our relationship with [them].
Technical Manager
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5. Consulting Services
Managing & Mentoring
Experts in QA, 15-year average QA tenure
Quality practices in Agile, Data Validation, Data Warehouse
Manage, provide direction, and transfer knowledge of best practices to
your team resources
Measure and track performance to ensure success
Automation & Performance
Determine when and what to automate for greatest ROI
Choose and implement the appropriate tool set
Design and implement an architecture and suite of easily maintained tests
Design and implement a cost-effective performance test strategy
Ensure optimal performance with no surprises
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6. BenchmarkQA has an impeccable
reputation in the market. I want to be
associated with that level of success and,
more importantly, that level of integrity.
Betty
Senior Consultant
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7. Staffing Services
More than a staffing company; we re a Quality Assurance company.
Database of 1000+ local QA professionals. We know the talent in this
market.
All engagement types including contract, contract-to-hire, direct
placement
Flexible and innovative engagement models including Flex Team,
Outsourcing, and On-demand)
Competitive rates
We understand QA processes, tools, and challenges we can qualify
candidates to ensure a great fit
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8. Staffing Services
Staffed Positions
QA Process Consultant
QA Tools Expert
QA Manager
QA Lead
QA Analyst/ Sr. QA Analyst
Business Analyst
Automation Analyst/Architect
Tester/Test Engineer/Sr. Test Engineer
QA Project Manager
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9. By far the best training seminar I ve
attended. From my team s added knowledge
and understanding, I m convinced my ROI
will be through the roof!
QA Manager
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10. Training
Classes Available:
Structured Software Test Planning (SSTP) core two-day training program
True Quality Begins Long Before Testing
Building Internal Support for Software Testing
The Zen of Test Metrics
Requirements Management
Writing Testable Requirements
Ten Ways to Avoid Automation Failure
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11. Training
Tenants of BenchmarkQA s Course Design
Industry best practices are defined and broken down into
organized steps to help participants incorporate into existing
processes.
Our experienced QA experts share their experiences and coach
class participants on how to avoid costly road blocks.
Class participants are challenged to think outside their comfort
zone to envision better processes and how they can make a
positive impact.
Participants return to the workplace energized to improve
quality and to work cohesively with project team members to
deliver a better software product.
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12. Local Outsourcing Test Lab
Local resources as great rates.
Keep your testing local at lower than market cost
Have your testing projects managed by experts in
quality assurance
Ensure timely test coverage and minimize costs with
our flexible test resources
Determine how involved you want to be in
overseeing the testing project
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13. BenchmarkQA Highlights
Focus: 23+ years dedicated to the business of Software Quality Assurance
Process Maturity and Depth: Our proprietary testing methodology, templates
and training programs have grown out of our experience and accumulated best
practices managing testing projects in our lab.
Industry Recognition:
CityBusiness 50 Fastest Growing Private Companies
INC 500 Fasting Growing Private Companies in America
Caliber of talent: Our brand, our reputation for excellence, and our commitment
to our employees allows us to attract and retain the best talent in our industry and
provide exceptional resource stability for our clients.
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14. Focused on Service
Going the extra mile for our customer is our norm.
Software Quality Forums
We hold quarterly events to provide information and peer networking
opportunities for our valued clients.
White Papers, Articles and Resources
Our website contains a host of quality assurance and testing related white
papers, articles and resources to provide insightful and helpful information
to help you release higher quality software and achieve your quality goals.
Integrity
BenchmarkQA is committed to delivering services that exceed your
expectations.
Our reputation for high quality talent and service-minded staff comes from
22 years of putting our clients needs first and always acting with integrity.
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15. Thank You!
For additional information on how BenchmarkQA can be of
assistance, please call:
952.392.2400
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