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Validation Testing Services

Under the Escrow terms and conditions SES offer two types of Validation Services.

Please note that we strongly recommend Validation Testing on all deposits, however if you require an Escrow without any form of Validation please contact one of our consultants to discuss your requirements.

Basic Validation

The Basic Validation confirms that the media supplied contains the correct software and that the software attributes are correct and meet expectations. The checks that are carried out are summarised below:

  • Check that the Source Code is apparent on the Media
  • Ensure that any compressed files can be de-compressed
  • Assess whether any files on the media are encrypted; if encryption is detected, we will ensure that the files can be decrypted and the decryption method will be noted
  • Check all passwords are correct
  • Scan supplied media for viruses
  • Check that source code files can be retrieved; a sample number of files shall be viewed to ensure that they can be retrieved
  • If any of the above checks fail, the provider of software will be notified and asked to provide a replacement, which will be retested
  • Further checks will be made as necessary to complete the process

Complete Validation

The Complete Validation service provides a more comprehensive approach than Basic Validation and requires an SES consultant to visit the software developer/provider site. The role of the SES consultant in the Complete Validation is to ensure that the source code on the media supplied is present and correct. Also, that it can be built into the target application as expected by the client.

This service is tailored to each specific application and a detailed report is provided to each party confirming the steps involved in building the source code into the target application.

Whilst the Basic Validation service is a straightforward process that takes a similar amount of time for most applications, the Complete Validation Services is likely to vary depending on the size and complexity of the application in question. Please contact an SES Consultant to discuss this in more detail.

Testing accreditations

  • Lloyds Register Quality Assurance to the ISO 9001: 2000
  • TickIT Quality Standards
  • Accredited by the British Computer Society to provide the ISEB Foundation and Practitioner Courses in Software Testing

For more information on our agreements and services please contact us on 0161 440 2700 or email enquires@s-e-suk.co.uk.