Test management doesn't exist in the world of agile, or rather test managers don't—or do they? Agile methods such as Scrum have many traditional test management activities built in. With practices like self-organizing teams, role blurring, and skill diversification, the face of test management is changing. But is that a bad thing? Tom Roden and Ben Williams explore the key tenets of test management in an agile context, the likely dispersal of traditional responsibilities, and the profound effect on teams and managers. Hear their first hand experiences, some new and radical ideas, and research from test management practitioners worldwide in organizations transforming to agile methods. As a test manager and leader, learn how to prepare yourself to adapt and thrive in a changing landscape. As an agile tester or team member, challenge yourself to answer questions about the maturity of your team’s testing capability.
Tom Roden
Neuri Consulting
A partner at Neuri Consulting, Tom Roden is a software delivery coach, consultant, and quality enthusiast, helping people make changes needed to thrive and adapt to their ever-changing environment. Influenced by agile and lean principles, Tom collaborates with teams intent on delivering high quality software with speed and predictability. He helps test managers and leaders establish testing capabilities that can deliver on the promise of agility. Learn more at www.neuri.co.uk. Follow Tom @TommRoden.
Speaker Presentations
Wednesday, May 6, 2015 - 1:45pm
Test Management
The Changing Face of Test Management in an Agile World