Integrating from External Sources CTEL-TM-OTM Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–24

1. 21application · medium

   A test manager is evaluating a new testing tool recommended by an industry analyst. The tool promises to improve test efficiency, but the analyst report is based on a survey of a small sample of companies. The test manager's organization has a complex legacy system. What should the test manager do to evaluate the relevance of this external source?

   • AConduct a proof-of-concept with the tool on a representative legacy system
   • BAsk the analyst firm for a custom report for the organization
   • CReject the tool because the sample size is small
   • DRely on the analyst report because it is from a reputable firm
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2. 22application · medium

   A test manager at a medical device company is updating the test strategy to align with the latest regulatory expectations. The company operates globally, and the product is sold in the EU and the US. Which external source should the test manager prioritize to ensure the test strategy meets mandatory regulatory requirements for the EU market?

   • AIEEE 829 standard for software test documentation
   • BFDA guidance documents on software validation
   • CEU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) 2017/745
   • DISO 13485 standard for quality management systems
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4. 23application · medium

   A test manager is evaluating a new industry best practice guide published by a well-known consultancy. The guide recommends a specific test automation approach that could significantly reduce regression testing time. However, the guide is based on projects in a different domain (e-commerce) and does not reference any industry standards. What should the test manager do first to evaluate the source's applicability?

   • AReject the guide because it is not based on a formal standard
   • BAsk the consultancy to provide a custom version for the organization's domain
   • CCompare the guide's recommendations with the organization's current test process and identify gaps
   • DAdopt the approach immediately because it promises time savings
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5. 24expert · hard

   A test manager is integrating a new industry best practice for test automation into the test process. The best practice conflicts with an existing internal process that has been effective but is outdated. The test manager has a good relationship with the source provider and can seek advice. What is the most effective way to integrate the best practice?

   • AAsk the source provider to change the best practice to fit the current process
   • BConduct a gap analysis between the best practice and the current process, then pilot the best practice in a small project
   • CReplace the current process immediately with the best practice
   • DKeep the current process and ignore the best practice to avoid conflict
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