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Full Code Validation

The primary function of this option is to ensure that the code we will ultimately hold in our vaults is complete, accurate and can be built into a working application. This is achieved by witnessing and recording the software vendors own development team executing a complete build of the software in their own environment.

Added to this and perhaps the most important deliverable aspect of this exercise, is the detailed report created by the SES consultant which contains vital information that any programmer would need in order to quickly and effectively deploy the software.

SES strongly recommends a Full Code Validation as the minimum level of protection for any software application that is of a critical nature to the end user, or is a revenue generating application.

Key Benefits of Full Code Validation

  • Proves that the code held under the escrow agreement is complete, accurate, and contains all the source code and build files, the build having been witnessed by our consultant
  • Random functionality testing carried out on the built application at the end of the validation exercise to confirm the application functions correctly
  • Independent report compiled and deposited in escrow along with the complete code deposit. Report includes unique details of any third party tools, build environment and build processes executed by the developer
  • Increased DR capability as the escrow agreement with the validation option provides a greater degree of certainty that the code held in escrow can be used effectively
  • Added protection against the loss of key development staff involved in developing/building the application
  • Peace of mind for the escrow beneficiary that all necessary build documentation is held in escrow for the purpose of a rapid deployment of the software in the event of a release of source code
  • Assurance that even the most complex applications can be rebuilt based on the SES independent validation report
  • Secure transportation of the validated source code by SES consultant

For more information please contact our Validation Specialists on 0161 440 2700 or email enquiries@s-e-suk.co.uk