Hypothesis-Based Testing

We utilise a unique test methodology developed by our test partner, STAG Software, called Hypothesis-Based Testing (HBT). This can be implemented for our clients as part of a test process improvement or managed service engagement. 

HBT is a personal test methodology that is powered by a scientific defect detection technology (STEM 2.0). The idea is to “hypothesise potential types of defects that can impede the experience in a scientific manner and prove that they do not exist”.

STEM 2.0 (STAG Test Engineering Method) is a defect detection technology that consists of eight personal disciplines driven by a core of 32 scientific concepts that enable each discipline to be performed scientifically. It consists of a scientific inquiry process assisted by techniques, principles and guidelines to break down the problem, identify test criteria, hypothesise potential defect types, formulate a test strategy, design test cases, identify metrics and build appropriate automation. 

The key results delivered by HBT/STEM over the last ten years have been to reduce defect escapes by a minimum of 30%, accelerate test development, drive a 50%-300% increase in ROI for automation, reduce support costs by 30% and increase test coverage by a minimum of 250%.

For further information, you may wish to watch our HBT webinar (opens with Windows Media Player) or read about this HBT success story.

Alternatively, contact us at sales@epicentre.co.uk.