Independent 
Software Testing Services

IV&V testing (Independent Verification and Validation) uses a separate team to verify that the system is built right and validate that it meets user and business needs. They review requirements, design, code, and tests, then execute independent test cycles to confirm both “does it work?” and “does it work as needed and as compliant?”

Yes. Independent QA can plug into your pipelines with CI/CD testing hooks. We integrate automated tests into build and deployment steps, and run targeted independent checks (functional, performance, and regression) on each environment. You still own the pipeline; we bring test design, scripts, and reporting.

Independent testing becomes effectively mandatory when you work in regulated or high-risk environments. For example, products that must prove compliance QA to regulators, handle sensitive data, or go through certifications often need documented, third-party or IV&V testing to reduce conflict of interest.

An independent QA team can cover most standard types of testing: functional, regression testing, performance testing, security and vulnerability checks, usability and accessibility, API testing, and data validation. These fit inside a structured independent QA process that aligns with your delivery model and compliance needs.

Independent QA delivers the most value when risk, compliance, or business impact is high. It may not be necessary when:

• You are building a very early MVP where speed matters more than formal QA.
• Your in-house QA team already operates independently from development.
• Regulatory compliance and uptime are not yet business-critical.

Independent software testing focuses on unbiased validation and risk assessment by a team fully separate from development. Managed testing services may include operational ownership but do not always maintain strict independence from delivery teams. Independent testing is preferred when compliance, auditability, and conflict-free quality decisions are critical.