Quality Audit & Process Consulting
Tired of release failures and rising development costs? QA audit is a service that will show how effective your team can be with properly organized testing processes and properly selected tools, and will also consider the feasibility and economic benefits of implementing testing.
Why do you need a software QA audit?
If your product is unstable, releases are irregular and chaotic, or at least one of the points below is present in your team, then your testing processes require revision and optimization – it’s time to conduct QA process improvement
Product quality issues
Testing takes too much time and resources
Problems with testing processes and automation
Missed deadlines and unstable releases
Implementing new technologies or processes
Security and preparation for scaling
What will you get after an audit QA process improvement?
After conducting a quality audit in general, you will receive a specific action plan and, by separate agreement, manual or automated quality control engineers to support at each stage of implementing improvements.
A full analytical report
A document analyzing the current state of QA processes, identified problems, and risk areas.
A roadmap for improvements
A step-by-step plan for eliminating identified bottlenecks with priorities and proposed solutions.
Optimization of processes for your goals
Recommendations for choosing suitable tools, setting up automation, and building an effective testing strategy.
Team training (if necessary)
We will conduct internal training so your employees can confidently work with updated processes and tools.
Setting up quality control and metrics
You will receive a set of metrics and approaches for further control of product quality and the effectiveness of the QA team.
Guaranteed support after implementation (by agreement)
We will consolidate the results and help adapt the team to new approaches or select a specialist if necessary.
How is our Quality Assurance Audit going?
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Step 1: Evaluation
We will audit the tools used, work methodology, and documentation templates. We will evaluate the qualifications of employees and interaction processes.
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Step 2: Synchronization
We will identify and agree with you on measurable indicators of the testing process you strive for.
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Step 3: Analysis
We will conduct a detailed analysis of the sources of problems, such as reasons for missing bugs or missed deadlines, and provide recommendations for eliminating them, using specific techniques and tools.
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Step 4: Result
We will take full responsibility for the results of the solutions we propose.
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Step 5: Additional service
We will help evaluate the results of implementing the solutions we propose.
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Step 6: Implementation
We will select a team that will help implement process improvements that guarantee achieving the desired results.
Who needs a QA audit?
We offer several levels of QA audits, from express assessment to strategic transformation.
Basic audit for small teams that need a basic assessment of QA processes
Duration: 1-2 weeks
Goal: to provide a general overview of the current state of quality and suggest key improvements.
Comprehensive audit for growing projects with complex architecture or rapid scaling
Duration: 3-4 weeks
Goal: to comprehensively understand QA processes and implement improvements.
Test automation audit for teams just starting to automate testing
Duration: 1-2 weeks
Goal: to lay a solid foundation for automation.
Test automation audit for teams that have already implemented automation, but require strengthening
Duration: 2-4 weeks
Goal: to increase the reliability, efficiency, and profitability of automated tests.
Test automation audit for teams striving for full process maturity and integration with new technologies
Duration: 4–6 weeks
Goal: to create a flexible and scalable automation system.
📩 Not sure which format is right for you? Write to us — and we will select a solution for your project.
Why trust Test Squad with your QA audit?
We help teams find weak points in testing, eliminate chaos in processes, and build a high-quality, predictable QA system — without stopping development.
Quick start
We start the audit within 24–72 hours of your request, which will allow you to quickly get an assessment of the quality of processes.
A flexible approach to your scale
Do you need basic diagnostics or a complete QA transformation? We adapt the depth and format of the audit to your project and team.
A customized solution for your business
We do not offer templates. Each audit is a personal analysis taking into account the specifics of the domain, team, and technologies.
Deadline compliance and transparency
We have a clear plan, specific stages, and clear deadlines. All results are in a form that is understandable to you, numeric indicators are unnecessary theory.
Experienced auditors and practicing QA leads
Your project is being worked on by experts with experience in fintech, eCommerce and other industries. We know how QA works and speak the language of business and development.
Rational approach to budget
Audit from Test Squad is several times cheaper than the cost of errors in production. And most importantly, you get not just a report, but an action plan that will save you resources in the future.
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FAQ
What is a QA audit, and why is it needed?
A QA audit is a quality check of current testing processes. It helps to understand why errors get into production, where resources are lost, and how to build an effective quality control system.
Who needs a QA audit, and when should it be conducted?
It is especially useful if:
you are launching a new project or scaling,
frequent bugs occur after the release,
testing has become a “bottleneck”,
you are switching to Agile/DevOps,
Implementing automation or new tools.
What are the goals of a QA audit?
The main goal is to find weak points in the testing process and offer specific solutions: improving product quality, speeding up releases, and reducing the cost of bug fixes.
How long does a QA audit take?
From 1 to 6 weeks – depending on the scale of the project, the volume of processes, and the depth of the check. We agree on deadlines in advance and act according to a clear plan.
Do you check security and risks in QA processes?
Yes. We assess how much testing processes protect the business from failures, data leaks, and vulnerabilities. Upon request, we help prepare for certifications and audits.
Do you provide a report after the audit?
Absolutely. You will receive a full document with:
analysis of the current state,
identified risks,
recommendations for improvement,
an action plan for implementation.
Do you help implement recommendations from the audit?
Yes. We can support the change process, set up tools, train the team, and implement the necessary practices until the result is obtained.
How do you evaluate the success of the audit?
We compare the initial state with the achieved changes: the number of bugs, the speed of releases, the stability of tests, the transparency of processes, and the team’s feedback.
Is there a free consultation before the audit?
We will conduct a preliminary conversation to understand your request and offer the best format.
What are your payment models?
We offer flexible options: fixed price, hourly payment, or support subscription. You choose what is convenient for your business.
Do you provide support after the audit is completed?
Yes, we can continue cooperating, helping your team implement a QA strategy, automate testing, and continuously monitor quality.