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Communications Test Solutions

Hughes Systique Corp (HSC) offers test automation, feature and compliance testing, interop and integration testing services for terminals and core network infrastructure OEMs, ISVs and service providers. As a company, HSC has significant expertise in the complete lifecyle of testing and automation. Our test tool components provide our customers with complete automation and  scriptability features which greatly reduces time to market and increases testing accuracy.


White Paper/Open Sources related to Communications Test Solutions


Making Agile Work on Offshore Development
Abstract:  HSC recently participated in the prestigious Project Management Leadership (PML) 2011 event where we presented our experiences in successfully applying Agile methodologies to large projects executed offshore from the customer site.The paper was selected as a runner up in the abovementioned event.   Abstract: Other than understanding the organizational and cultural aspects related to application of Agile methods, modification and adaptation of Agile practices to suit the organization’s business context and existing systems and processes is imperative for making Agile work.
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MakingAgilleworkinOffshoreModel634377788620613065.pdf
A unique project management model for end-end delivery
Abstract: In the today’s market scenario of intense competition, the organizations face the challenges of low price and high quality. The traditional model of separate teams for delivery puts additional burden on these factors adding to additional pressure. The key to success is knowledge re-use wherever possible and spreading the roles and responsibilities across the different delivery phases. The intent of the paper is to highlight one such practice for handling these challenges.
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hsc_uniquePMfore2edelivery-PML2011634375212486087488.pdf
Evaluation of Load/Stress tools for Web Applications Testing
Abstract: With the continued tightening of expenses, IT organizations are forced to do more with less. The emergence of open source software has given IT organizations the opportunity to reduce their development cost without sacrificing quality. Software applications such as Apache web server and Open Office productivity package are examples of open source products used by businesses to reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) within their organizations.The high cost of performance test automation software is requiring QA professionals to begin to evaluate open source alternatives.
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White-Paper-on-Performance-Tools-Evaluation633851524252635439.pdf
RFC 3261 UAC and UAS test cases for SFTF
Abstract: This document has been contributed by HSC to the SIP Forum Test Framework (SFTF) organization at https://www.sipfoundry.org/sftf under the GNU LGPL license. This document captures each MUST, MAY, SHALL, SHOULD and RECOMMENDED clauses of a UAC/S as per RFC 3261 and describes test cases and call flows which could be used to test the required behaviour.
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RFC-3261-UAC-and-UAS-test-cases-for-SFTF633851529182322939.pdf


Case studies related to Communications Test Solutions

VAS Product/Technical Support
Abstract: The OEM was looking for a capable partner to provide a cost effective solution for round the clock technical support services for their VAS Products, to 3 operators in Europe. The product line consisted of products like WAP Gateway, SMS/MMS Gateway, AAA servers, Statistics Platform and others. HSC Solution:
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Mobile TV Technical/Product Support
Abstract: The OEM was looking for a capable partner to provide a cost effective solution for round the clock technical support services for their Mobile TV Product line, to more than 10 operators across the world (Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific). The product line consisted of 3 different product offerings for Mobile TV.
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Directway Support System (DSS)
Abstract: Directway Support System (DSS) is an Operations and Business Support System for process automation for providing satellite based broadband services. It has the following functions Ordering Provisioning/Installation Billing Customer Care Self Care Portal The customer had a requirement to carry out complete release testing , periodically available from their development team, to ensure its flawless working before deployment in live network.
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Mass Mobile Device testing strategy
Abstract: An ISV wanted to deploy a popular mobile application across hundreds of devices but was not sure on how to test their application quicky and effectively. HSC worked with the customer on the following areas: Segregate the device market into device families Identify leading devices of each family Formulate a testing strategy that assured 100% compatibility across all devices by testing by family type Created a hybrid test lab which involved local and remote device access to manage costs As a followup, HSC also executed the testing service for this customer.
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Wimax BS testing
Abstract: The customer had a requirement to carry out functional and load testing of its WiMAX base station at its premises. HSC participated in Test Case identification Test Case authoring Test Execution & Analysis Various features of BS e.g.
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Testing capacity dimensioning and effect on mobile network
Abstract: The client had planned to increase capacity for number of simultaneous voice calls for an operational satellite network using its solutions in thw ME region. The need was to look for a partner for testing the enhancement before going live. The main need was to test Secondary Gateway components which would handle the enhanced call loads. Customer benefit Offshore development led to cost savings Complete ownership meant customer can focus on other key tasks A time bound delivery led to reduction in time to market Integration Testing at Client in US and then at Operator's network in ME region Proximity of HSC, India to Operator’s location in ME helped meet the support effectively GS: Ground Station NSS: Network switching Subsystem TCS : The Traffic Control System (TCS) responsible for real-time assignment and release of resources (frequency, timeslot, and power) on a per-call basis.
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User Terminal and Packet Data Gateway Testing
Abstract: The customer was looking for end to end testing services for their deployed voice features over a mobile satellite network. HSC tested the User Terminal & Packet Gateway integration points. Customer benefit Complete ownership meant customer can focus on other key tasks Successful integration of UT- Gateway Station carried out. HSC Solution Lead the planning and execution of Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) test cases at Client Site. Lead the development and execution of System Integration & Verification (SIV) test cases. Participation in the integration at customer (of customer) site.
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