Android Update Testing | Test Zebra Android Updates

Automated Android Update Testing

Test Zebra LifeGuard Android updates in a fraction of the time with our Update Assurance Service

When did you last undertake Android device update testing?

Many organisations don’t implement Zebra LifeGuard security updates because they fear disruption to critical business processes. This can lead to poor device performance and exposure to devastating cyber attacks.

The solution is to undertake Android update testing before updates are deployed, but this can be time consuming and expensive. Nuffield Technologies offers a fast and thorough testing and quality-assurance service for devices and apps using a unique combination of automated and manual methods.

The Problem With Android Update Testing

Are you stuck between a rock and a hard place?

Most businesses operate in an uncomfortable limbo, fearing both cyber attacks if they don’t update their devices and critical failures if they do. Given that Zebra’s hard-working devices can last up to 10 years, they could be running an Android OS that’s years out of date – leading to poor performance, increased risk and non-compliance with standards like ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials. The National Cyber Security Centre clearly recommends keeping device software fully up to date, so don’t ignore this business-security fundamental.

In addition, because regression testing can be time-consuming for each quarterly software update, you could quickly find yourself facing an overwhelming, extensive and costly process to protect yourself properly.

However, carrying out essential updates can:

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Protect your business from cyber breach

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Reduce the risk of downtime

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Maintain ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials compliance

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Optimise device performance

So what’s the solution?

Our semi-automated Android testing service is fast, accurate and cost effective

Nuffield Technologies offers an Android Update Assurance service that combines automated pre-rollout update testing with manual testing where required. We can automatically test Zebra Android updates and third-party software updates. We can run literally thousands of automated tests in a fraction of the time it takes manual engineers, and run fully manual tests where appropriate.

These Android compatibility checks exactly replicate your device setup in a test environment, to ensure you can roll out software updates without impacting business operations.

Following our tests, our Acceptance Certificate provides a guarantee that your devices can be updated and your software and hardware will work securely and smoothly.

Is automated software update testing thorough?

In a word, yes. Our automated process will test Zebra updates, Zebra devices and your apps quickly, but it also introduces consistency. You can be assured the critical elements of your system have been properly tested – there’s zero fatigue or ‘brain fade’.

Does automation pose a risk to the process?

Our Android Assurance is definitely not a thoughtless or ‘blind’ process. Our device update testing is designed and overseen by humans. There are also specific elements that we ensure are tested by specialist software engineers.

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Our Reseller Service

Could our white-label testing win you more business?

Many Zebra resellers cannot confidently offer LifeGuard support plans because they don’t have the capacity to thoroughly undertake testing of Zebra updates. Instead, they limit their aftercare to helping clients when there’s a problem with their devices or software.

This is because the cost of hiring software testers – a highly specialised skill – can be prohibitively expensive.

We offer a white-label service to resellers. This allows you to confidently sell LifeGuard as part of a package that includes your own (outsourced) Android Assurance service. Including the service can generate monthly revenue for you. It can also reduce the cost of support, because your clients will experience fewer problems if you are rolling out tested updates. Contact us for details.