Strategies for Effective UAT

One of the perks I’ve enjoyed about being a Consultant is that I’ve been able to work in a number of different organisations in a range of roles. I’ve had the pleasure of working in some very small private companies to massive companies with offices around the world, as well as a number of public and government organisations, again both large and small. One would think that each of these different environments would have their own unique challenges, and they do to a certain degree, but you’d be surprised how many things are exactly the same across the board.

Analytical Thinking and Approach

I love solving problems. In fact, I like to consider myself to be a natural problem solver. It’s just how my brain works; I see an issue and instantly my mind switches into problem solving mode. And in IT, there are always problems to be solved.

Introduction: Navigating the Digital Transformation Landscape

Digital Transformation Framework, is in my view, a lot like the ocean’s tide. When on a sailing yacht, you have a few choices when it comes to dealing with tides but deal with them you must.

You can point your nose into the tide, turn on the motor and power through them - trust me, that is not fun. 

Unpacking My UAT Guide

For a number of years, I was responsible for converting a large number of, mostly manual, processes into an automated ticket logging system for a major UK company. Many of these processes passed through a number of teams on their road to completion, and they ranged from routine tasks like creating a new user account to the more complex process of getting new software approved for purchase and installation.

Phases of the Software Development Life Cycle

You’re probably familiar, to one extent or another, with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). You may not, however, be familiar with the SDDC approach to software development. Although, I can almost bet that every person reading this blog has either used it or has purchased software from someone who does.

Introduction to User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

If we were to visit the town where I grew up, I could take you to any place in that town without having to use Sat Nav. I wouldn’t even have to glance at Google Maps to find my way.

You can probably say the same about where you grew up. However, if you hop in my car and we go to a city I’ve never been to before, then I’m going to need some help. Sat Nav, Google Maps, directions, post code…and still, there’s a chance I’ll make a wrong turn along the way.