Software Planner is an award winning application lifecycle management (ALM) tool that helps Information Technology (IT) departments manage all components of software development including managing customer requirements, project deliverables, test cases, defects, and support tickets.

Coupled with collaborative tools like document sharing, team calendars, interactive dashboards, knowledge bases and threaded discussions, teams begin communicating more effectively and begin delivering solutions quickly and with high quality.

Used by over 70,000 users in 24 countries, Software Planner helps great companies like Acer Computers and Procter and Gamble manage their software projects with maximum effectiveness.

Application Testing Defined

Application testing is the process of testing software in a way that provides a high degree of quality and low degree of risk associated with moving the software to production.  Below are some tips for developing your testing strategy for using application testing software to manage it:

• Plan Your Testing - Once the customer requirements are gathered, your team  should plan your testing strategy.  The best way to do this is to meet with the project sponsor to determine the level of testing needed and the areas that will be tested. 
• Prepare Test Cases once Development Begins - Once the programmers begin developing code to meet the customer requirements, the testing team should developed detailed test cases that will be run once the development is complete.  By doing this in advance, it gives your team plenty of time to thoroughly think out all items you wish to test. 
• Use Application Testing Software - Putting your customer requirements and test cases on-line is an effective way to enhance quality.  It allows you to easily tie test cases to customer requirements ensuring traceability. comprehensive application testing software and management tools allow you to also manage bugs, customer requirements, and test cases. 

How is Software Planner different from other ALM products?

Single tool - Software Planner provides features for managing all phases of the software development lifecycle within a single integrated tool. Most ALM vendors require you to purchase separate products (or suites) that require separate licensing, which can be very costly.

Project Methodology Independent – Software Planner works well with any project methodology including Agile, Waterfall, Iterative, and Spiral. It does not force you into a specific methodology; it embraces your chosen methodology.

Feature Based Pricing – Some teams need to manage all phases of the lifecycle, while others just need to manage specific areas (like defects, test cases, customer specifications, etc). Software Planner allows you to purchase its features ala cart so that you pay for only the features you need.

Concurrent Licenses – Most ALM vendors offer only NAMED user licenses, requiring you to purchase a license for every person that uses the software. Software Planner provides concurrent licenses; you purchase only the number of users you wish to simultaneously connect to the software. Concurrent user licenses allow you to setup an unlimited number of users and normally require about 1/3 the licenses as the traditional named user license.

No Hassle Pricing – Software Planner’s competitive pricing is published on our website and does not change from one client to another. We offer consistent discounts based on long term commitments and volume purchases. For Enterprise clients, we offer up to 2 year financing to allow you to spread the cost of the product over multiple fiscal years.

Future Product Versions at no Cost – Our Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) clients receive future products at no additional cost. Our Enterprise clients in good standing (paid annual support) also receive major and minor versions at no additional cost.

Backed by Outstanding Support – Pragmatic Software’s support enjoys a 92% customer satisfaction rating. Our core competencies are built around providing excellent support. By providing searchable knowledge bases and an easy-to-use support ticket system, you can expect to receive a support follow-up with 1 to 2 hours during business hours. Our support engineers are polite, professional, and quick to react to any questions or issues you raise.