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This document provides a detailed explanation of vulnerability assessments, including their purpose and necessity, as well as the differences from penetration testing, which is often confused with it. It also introduces the main types, such as web application assessments and platform assessments, and four key points to consider when selecting a vulnerability assessment service. To protect your company from the continuously evolving cyber attacks, it is essential to regularly assess vulnerabilities and prioritize responses accordingly. [Contents] ■ What is a vulnerability assessment ■ Main types of vulnerability assessments ■ Methods and approaches for vulnerability assessments ■ Utilizing and selecting vulnerability assessment services *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Other security

This document focuses on each position in the testing process, explaining the skills required for each role, the impact of resource shortages, and potential solutions. It also clearly outlines the means and challenges of securing testing resources, as well as the benefits of outsourcing testing. We hope this will assist in strengthening your testing framework and solving challenges in your development environment. [Contents] ■ Three types of personnel shortages in testing resources ■ Problems caused by shortages of testing resources ■ The ideal and reality of building a testing framework ■ The strengths of AGEST that support testing quality *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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This document explains perspectives and practical improvement points for enhancing test quality. It introduces the two main reasons why improving test quality can be challenging, as well as five key points to keep in mind to ensure test quality. Test quality is determined by design and structure. Multidimensional verification, including user perspectives, requires specialized knowledge, skills, and systematic process design. [Contents] - Reasons why the accuracy improvement of test design is not progressing - Necessary actions to ensure test quality - Limitations and challenges faced in increasing the comprehensiveness of test items *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce the mobile app testing feature "TestArchitect for Mobile," developed by LogiGear, a group company of AGEST. It operates using an Appium server and can utilize not only in-house devices but also cloud services like Remote TestKit. Since it operates through the Appium server, a Mac with Xcode installed is used for testing iOS devices. 【Benefits】 ■ Test code can be created quickly ■ Test code is easy to read ■ Test execution is simple ■ Programming languages are available *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Other IT tools

This document provides a detailed introduction to the essential points necessary for successfully implementing test automation, aimed at those considering test automation. It clearly explains why test automation is gaining attention, the mechanisms of test automation, and the effects and benefits of test automation. Since it relates not only to the overall quality of the system but also to usability, performance testing is indispensable in the development process. [Contents] ■ What constitutes successful test automation ■ Secrets to leading test automation to success ■ Six criteria for leading test automation to success *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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This document explains the criteria for companies that are tackling test automation for the first time to avoid stumbling in tool selection, as well as key points to identify tools that fit their needs. It provides detailed insights into the reasons why the introduction of test automation tools may fail and two perspectives to reconsider before selecting a tool. Test automation tools should not be chosen based on "which product is the best," but rather from the perspective of whether they align with "the company's objectives and conditions." [Contents] ■ Why do failures occur in selecting automation tools? ■ Before choosing a tool, articulate your company's "objectives" and "prerequisites." ■ Five criteria for evaluating "test automation tools" as considered by professionals. ■ Important considerations to avoid mistakes in tool selection. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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This document provides a detailed explanation of "test analysis." It introduces the tasks involved in test analysis and explains the importance of test analysis as a "foundation for testing" and a "relay point connecting testing and quality." Let’s correctly understand the significance of test analysis and promote effective and constructive testing activities. [Contents] ■ What is test analysis ■ Importance of test analysis ■ To everyone involved in development and testing *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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This document explains the importance of outsourcing testing to a third-party organization and the key points for selecting a test vendor. It clearly outlines why a third-party perspective is necessary, the "market defect risks" surrounding user companies, and the benefits of utilizing third-party verification services. If you are struggling with the burden of work from development to testing or looking to improve quality, we encourage you to read this. [Contents] ■ Reasons why third-party verification is necessary ■ What third-party verification services are ■ How to choose a test vendor *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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This document introduces reflections on the customer's project. Based on the project explanation, it provides detailed insights into three topics: "The Path from Test Engineer to Improvement Promoter and Scrum Master," "How Quality Improvement and Process Enhancement Were Achieved," and "Tips for Successfully Managing Agile Projects." To fulfill the role of a Scrum Master, it is essential to steadily step up through reflections, one step at a time. [Contents] ■ Introduction ■ Project Challenges and Improvement Examples *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

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This document primarily introduces the "Benefits of Utilizing Testing Specialists." It also provides a detailed explanation of the increasing impact of system malfunctions, changes in the IT environment, and common challenges faced in testing frameworks relying on internal resources. Testing companies often possess different strengths, such as industry expertise, system knowledge, support processes, testing methodologies, and cost-effectiveness. Therefore, it is important to choose a testing company that matches the testing objectives and desired outcomes. We hope this document serves as a helpful reference for those facing quality challenges. [Contents] ■ Background of the increasing use of testing companies ■ Issues that testing companies address ■ Benefits of utilizing testing companies *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce the "AGEST-style Exploratory Testing," which covers the disadvantages commonly associated with exploratory testing. By using the "AGEST Generic Test Charter," which incorporates our unique know-how, we aim to eliminate subjectivity as much as possible. We propose tests that maximize effectiveness within the limited "schedule" and "budget." 【Advantages of Exploratory Testing】 ■ Can identify defects in a short period (flexible and rapid testing is possible) ■ Often allows testing to begin even when documentation is incomplete or minimal ■ Can adjust the weighting of tests on the spot ■ When conducted by experienced testers, unexpected defects (such as overlooked considerations) can be discovered in a short time *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Software (middle, driver, security, etc.)

This document verifies code reviews conducted by AI, clarifying the advantages and disadvantages, and introduces "AI Technical Code Review" as a solution to complement the disadvantages through collaboration between AI and humans. It provides detailed information on the general classification of artificial intelligence, examples of products utilizing deep learning, and the features of AI Technical Code Review. Understanding what AI can and cannot do, and utilizing AI in appropriate situations, leads to better code reviews. [Contents] ■Basic knowledge of AI (Artificial Intelligence) ■Practical implementation and challenges of code reviews using AI ■AGEST's AI Technical Code Review *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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This document introduces our "AI Smart Web Diagnosis" service. It provides a detailed explanation of the importance of vulnerability assessments, including social trends surrounding cybersecurity and the EC site security guidelines scheduled for implementation in 2025. Additionally, it includes the flow of the diagnosis and a Q&A section, making it a useful resource for those considering implementation. We encourage you to download and review it. [Contents] ■ Importance of vulnerability assessments ■ Corporate concerns regarding vulnerability assessments ■ What is AI Smart Web Diagnosis? ■ About AGEST *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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• Other security

"TestArchitect" is a highly maintainable test automation tool that can handle automated testing under various conditions with a single tool. It is recommended for companies that want to "keep costs down and achieve cost-effectiveness early" or "execute automated tests in complex environments and conditions." Additionally, it allows for automated testing on real mobile devices, can record operations to create test cases, and features a keyword-driven approach that makes it easy to understand. 【Features】 ■ Supports a variety of applications ■ Handles various tests with a single tool ■ Enables automated testing on real mobile devices ■ Can record operations to create test cases ■ Easy to understand due to its keyword-driven approach *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Our "Test Automation Support Service" can assist at any stage of the process, whether it be consideration for implementation, construction, or operation. In addition to tool selection and consideration of test targets, as well as assessing the feasibility of automating existing tests, we also conduct PoC implementation as needed to support your decision-making. Furthermore, we provide maintenance services and training, creating and modifying scripts in response to functional additions and changes, and performing maintenance on the created automated test scripts to prevent obsolescence. 【Strengths】 ■ Flexible response ■ One of the leading multi-tool vendors in Japan *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce our "Software Testing (Third-Party Verification)" services. We address challenges such as "lack of resources in test design/execution" and "being overwhelmed by numerous defects during testing or after release." An independent third party, who is neither a developer nor a user, conducts objective testing, allowing for the detection of defects in advance through unbiased testing. 【Some of the challenges we solve】 ■ Lack of resources in test design/execution (personnel and equipment) ■ Being overwhelmed by numerous defects during testing or after release ■ Inability to cope with shortened release cycles and increasing test volumes ■ Concerns about the quality of systems requested from development vendors ■ Inability to conduct highly specialized tests in-house (such as vulnerability assessments and performance testing) *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce our "Vulnerability Assessment Service." We offer flexible responses tailored to the assessment targets, including web application assessments, smartphone application assessments, platform assessments, and penetration testing. Additionally, our easy-to-understand assessment reports are a key feature, providing a comprehensive overview of the assessment results, risks, response guidelines, scoring for each assessment item, the status of detected vulnerabilities, and detailed explanations of what needs to be addressed. 【Strengths】 ■ Flexible scheduling ■ High-precision assessments ■ Adjustments to fit your budget *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Other security

The "EDR Monitoring Service" is a fully outsourced EDR monitoring operation service that requires almost no console operation by the customer. We provide comprehensive support from receiving alerts to isolating endpoints and removing malware, as well as assisting with measures to prevent recurrence. Additionally, since we can fully outsource the process from receiving alerts from the EDR to threat removal and recurrence prevention support, it enables secure and safe security measures even without internal resources. 【Features】 ■ Secure and safe security measures are possible even without internal resources ■ Endpoint isolation is implemented within 45 minutes in the event of an incident ■ Registered as a service compliant with the "Information Security Service Standards" established by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Other security and surveillance systems

We would like to introduce our "Agile Testing Support" services. We select effective test types and methods based on the project status and product characteristics, and conduct continuous trend analysis of defects and evaluation of testing approaches. We support the establishment of a QA system that utilizes the analysis/evaluation results in planning and continuously improves while running sprints. 【Features】 ■ Support for building quality in Scrum ■ Assignment of engineers with Agile expertise ■ Introduction of effective test types ■ Proposal and implementation of non-functional testing based on product characteristics ■ Promotion and operation of test automation *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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