
The 5 Key Phases of ERP Testing
1. Planning Phase
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Define the goals and objectives of testing.
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Identify the key business processes and technical needs that need to be tested.
- Create a detailed test plan and share it with key team members and stakeholders for approval.
- Consider any legal or compliance requirements that must be met by the ERP system.
2. Preparation Phase
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Setting up a test environment that closely resembles the live production system.
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Preparing test data that covers everyday operations and possible real-world scenarios.
- Documenting test scripts and identifying the testing tools that will be used.
- Assigning roles and responsibilities to team members involved in testing.
3. Execution Phase
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Run the tests according to the test plan.
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Identify and document any issues, bugs, or defects found.
- Work with developers to fix identified problems and retest to ensure they are resolved.
4. Evaluation Phase
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Reviewing test results to determine the overall quality of the ERP system.
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Deciding on whether the system is ready to go live.
- Documenting lessons learned to improve future ERP testing projects.
5. Maintenance Phase
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New features or updates do not break existing functions.
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The system continues to perform well and remains reliable over time.
Strategies for Comprehensive ERP Testing
1. Risk-Based Testing
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Prioritizing test cases based on their impact on daily operations.
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Allocating resources to the areas most likely to fail.
2. Automated Testing
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Running tests repeatedly to ensure new changes do not break existing functionality (regression testing).
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Testing the performance of the system and its integrations quickly and accurately.
3. User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
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Works as expected for day-to-day operations.
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Is user-friendly and meets business goals.
4. Data Migration Testing
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Is transferred accurately and completely.
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Is consistent and usable in the new system.
- Can be used with existing reports and integrations.
5. End-to-End Testing
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Simulating real-world scenarios that involve multiple departments like sales, finance, and inventory.
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Checking if data flows correctly between different modules.
Why ERP Testing Matters
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A smooth implementation with minimal errors.
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Business processes continue without disruption.
- Compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
Let's work together
Contact us at sales@sparkleweb.in or visit our website at https://www.sparkleweb.in/contact-us to explore how we can help you achieve a successful ERP implementation.
Keyur Kinkhabwala
QA Manager
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