Test Data Mangement | Glossary

 

Definition

Test Data Management involves creation of non-production data that is designed to mimic the actual systems data, upon which rigorous tests can be performed. This procedure is in service to creating high quality software that will deliver high-performance upon Deployment.

 

Further Reading

  • “Continuous Delivery: Reliable Software Releases through Build, Test, and Deployment Automation”(book), by Jez Humble.
  • For more on Test Data Management , read here and  here.

 

Output Measure| Glossary

 

Definition

Describes the output.  That is,  what was produced and what services were delivered. They don’t address the value/ impact of the work to shareholders though (external or internal). It’s a way of measuring activity.

Further Reading

  • “Output measure in service sectors”, (book) by Zvi Griliches.
  • For more on Output measures, read here,