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Slide 1: Title Slide
Project Title: Slate to Banner Integration & Testing Plan
Subtitle: Enhancing Admissions Processes at Cayuga Community College
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Slide 2: Project Overview
Objective: Seamlessly integrate Slate with Banner to improve admissions workflows and data synchronization.
Key Goals:
Validate end-to-end data synchronization.
Test front-end user application submissions.
Ensure accurate data mappings.
Assess admissions processes and workflows.
Slide 3: Phases of the Testing Plan
Phase 1: Front-End User Testing
Phase 2: Admissions Workflow Testing
Phase 3: Data Mapping Validation
Phase 4: Integration Flow Testing
Phase 5: Error Handling and Notifications Testing
Slide 4: Front-End User Testing
Purpose: Ensure ease of use and functionality for applicants.
Key Activities:
Testing with 20 personas (new students, transfers, nursing, athletes).
Collecting feedback on usability and clarity.
Testing for error handling (e.g., invalid inputs).
Metrics for Success:
90% successful submissions without errors.
User feedback collected from all testers.
Slide 5: Admissions Workflow Testing
Purpose: Validate that the admissions team can manage applications efficiently.
Key Activities:
Review of applications, checklist items, and statuses.
Testing real-time updates between Slate and Banner.
Streamlining admissions workflows.
Metrics for Success:
75% of admissions processes successfully validated.
All checklist updates synchronized in real-time.
Slide 6: Data Mapping and Validation
Purpose: Ensure data accuracy between systems.
Key Activities:
Finalizing field mappings.
Testing with sample data sets.
Resolving discrepancies (e.g., Zip+4, GPA scales).
Metrics for Success:
95% of fields accurately mapped.
No unmapped fields remaining.
Slide 7: Integration Flow Testing
Purpose: Validate seamless data synchronization between Slate and Banner.
Key Activities:
Real-time syncing tests for critical fields.
Testing error handling for invalid data.
Monitoring data round-trip processes.
Metrics for Success:
Real-time synchronization latency <5 seconds.
100% of critical fields transferred accurately.
Slide 8: Error Handling and Notifications Testing
Purpose: Ensure the system handles errors effectively and informs stakeholders.
Key Activities:
Testing error logging mechanisms.
Validating email notifications for critical issues.
Resolving error descriptions for better clarity.
Metrics for Success:
100% of integration errors logged and notified.
All notifications actionable and timely.
Slide 9: Testing Environment and Personas
Environment Setup:
Test Slate application portal URL.
Credentials for test environment.
Data sets for testing scenarios.
Personas Overview:
Example Personas: International athlete, part-time student, nursing applicant.
Instructions: Assigned personas will guide testers in completing the application.
Slide 10: Risk Management
Key Risks Identified:
Synchronization delays between Slate and Banner.
Data mapping gaps (e.g., test scores, Zip+4).
Errors in checklist synchronization.
Mitigation Strategies:
Event-driven sync models.
Dedicated sessions to resolve mapping issues.
Enhancing error logging and notification systems.
Slide 11: Metrics for Success
Front-End Testing:
90% successful submission rate.
Admissions Workflow:
75% process validation rate.
Data Mapping:
95% field mapping accuracy.
Integration Flows:
Real-time sync latency under 5 seconds.
100% error handling coverage.
Slide 12: Timeline and Next Steps
Timeline:
Testing Plan Finalization: January 2024
Persona Testing: February 2024
Data Mapping and Validation: March 2024
Integration Testing: April 2024
Next Steps:
Assign responsibilities for testing phases.
Set up testing environment and distribute personas.
Conduct front-end and back-end tests.
Slide 13: Call to Action
Engagement:
Encourage staff to participate in testing.
Emphasize the importance of accurate feedback.
Thank You:
Acknowledge their support in improving the system.
Provide contact information for questions or concerns.