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Conduct a Performance Testing Risk Assessment

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Author: Scott
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Summary:

For the most part, the performance tester is the only person on the project who has the information and experience to assess project and business risks related to performance. Typical areas of risk include: unrealistic acceptance criteria, unsuitable test environment, test schedule, test resources, limited access to real users and a team-wide lack of understanding about when and how performance testing can add value to the project. Identifying these risks early significantly increases the odds of success for the project by allowing time for risk mitigation activities.

Objectives:

* Learn how to assess, discuss and document business risks related to application performance
* Learn how to assess, discuss and document project risks related to application performance
* Learn how to assess, discuss and document project risks related to the project schedule and the performance testing strategy and objectives
* Learn how to approach determining mitigation methods for identified risks

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