Results for tag: "Test Data Management"

Test Data Management (TDM) is a branch of the data storage and management domain that focuses on the process of creating, securing, and managing test data used in the development and testing of software applications. The need for TDM has risen with the increase in software development and the complexity of applications, which require robust and secure data sets for effective testing without compromising sensitive information. TDM involves the generation of non-sensitive yet functionally representational data sets that can be used across development, testing, and quality assurance phases to ensure the reliability and performance of software without risking exposure of real data. This practice includes data masking, data subsetting, data cloning, and synthetic data generation. It is essential for compliance with legal requirements and industry standards that govern data privacy and security. Test Data Management solutions are designed to improve software quality, efficiency in the development life cycle, and provide compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR. These solutions are increasingly integrated with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines within DevOps practices to enable speed and agility in testing processes. Prominent companies operating in the Test Data Management market include Informatica, Delphix, CA Technologies (Broadcom), IBM, and Solix Technologies, among others. These companies offer a range of solutions and services tailored to facilitate the effective management of test data within the software development lifecycle. Show Less Read more