Einführung eines prozessorientierten Testmanagements

Abstract

This bachelor’s thesis explores the implementation and benefits of process-oriented test management as a key component of quality assurance in complex IT projects. The primary objective is to enhance transparency, efficiency, and traceability through structured testing processes. By systematically linking business processes to test cases, redundant tests can be identified and eliminated, allowing for a more focused test scope and broader coverage through representative testing. A central element is the integration of change requests, which makes it possible to track process changes and their impact on existing test cases. This significantly reduces the risk of unexpected issues after project approval. Additionally, Master Data Governance plays a crucial role in establishing consistent terminology across systems. This harmonization ensures that system data forms a reliable “Single Source of Truth,” which is essential for consistent test documentation and automated evaluations. Process-oriented test management also lays the foundation for future test automation. The modular structure of the test architecture, combined with standardized terminology and the removal of duplicates, creates a robust database for automation strategies. Furthermore, the structured documentation enables targeted monitoring of transactions and test sequences, helping to identify and prioritize automation potential. This work demonstrates how organizations can sustainably improve test quality through clear processes, consistent data, and strategic alignment, while simultaneously building a scalable and automation-ready testing landscape.

Date of Award	2025
Original language	German (Austria)
Supervisor	Christina Feilmayr (Supervisor)