ReachOut, the Beta-Testing Platform for Collaborative Research Projects, OW2online'20, June 2020.
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The ReachOut project, funded by the European Union's Horizon 2020 program, focuses on creating value for research projects through beta-testing campaigns. These campaigns align partner expectations, enhance product quality, and help identify market opportunities by engaging with external users. The platform provides comprehensive templates and tools for managing these beta-testing efforts, facilitating easier communication and reporting.
ReachOut, the Beta-Testing Platform for Collaborative Research Projects, OW2online'20, June 2020.
- 1. The REACHOUT project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 825307. The Beta-Testing Platform for Collaborative Research Projects Alexandre Lefebvre, UShareSoft 17 June 2020
- 2. 17 June 2020 22020 Creating Value for Research Projects Users do not want just code Product attributes create value
- 3. 17 June 2020 32020 Where a Beta-Testing Campaign Fits A form of external user acceptance testing Released to a limited audience external to the programming team Time-bound into a campaign
- 4. 17 June 2020 42020 What Are the Benefits of a Beta- Testing Campaign? Helps align partners expectations by providing them a single point of convergence Generates quality because a beta version usually undergoes a full cycle of internal system and usability testing Enforces product attributes, such as packaging, tutorials, documentation, installation, on- line user support, promotion, etc. Helps identify exploitation opportunities reported by beta testers who are external potential users Benefits by Nick Youngson CC BY-SA 3.0 Alpha Stock Images
- 5. 17 June 2020 52020 Why a Beta-Testing Campaign in a Research Project? If a project can launch a beta testing campaign of its results it has what it takes to bring value to the market, engage with users, partners and complementors and develop its ecosystem. Dissemination Exploitation Community Contributors Early adopters Impact Market value Recognition
- 6. 17 June 2020 62020 Questionnaire The ReachOut Methodology Campaign Manager ClosingPeopleWritingTechnologyStrategy Packaged Software Test scenario Documentation Tutorials Promotion Actions Leaflet Incentives Partners Involved Support Contact Campaign Dashboard Beta testers ReportingCampaign Page
- 7. 17 June 2020 72020 ReachOut Platform has Templates for Key Building Blocks Campaign Manager Home Page The entry point to the BetaCenter Campaign Page Form-based and customizable Beta documentation template Checklist and examples Feedback collection Draft Questionnaire Reporting package Reporting format Communication Package Pre-written mails and communication material Fine print Agreement, Consent, Disclaimer, GDPR notice Photo credit: CC BY Holger Zscheyge We have it all prepared We have it all prepared for you!for you!
- 8. 17 June 2020 82020 My Home Page The Campaign Manager page The entry point to the BetaCenter Becomes active upon registration and login Provides Campaign Manager access to resources Edit project description Create and edit beta-testing campaigns, Access questionnaire Access campaign dashboard
- 9. 17 June 2020 92020 The Campaign Web Page Template The Campaign Page is the landing page for the beta testing campaign A form guides the Campaign Manager and automatically creates the Campaign Page Project description Logo and website Beta campaign description Beta tester registration link Requirements for participating Download and documentation links Key dates
- 10. 17 June 2020 102020 The Monitoring Dashboard 24 Checkpoints Self-Evaluation Visual Synthesis Helps reporting To partners To reviewers Management Strategic decisions Project level Preparation Tactical decisions Back-office tasks Execution Live campaign Results & reporting
- 11. 17 June 2020 112020 Define Goals and Scope of the Campaign Identify and Assign Key Roles On-going recruitment of beta testers and follow-ups. Organization of support actions: workshops, webinars, etc. 1-2 months 1 month Timeline of Your Campaign 1-2 months Closing People Writing Technology Strategy Prepare Software Draft Testing Plan Develop Beta Documentation Develop Communication Material Build contact list Engage with Beta Testers Complete results and reports
- 12. 17 June 2020 122020 First Things First: Register your project! What happens once you register? We will arrange an online presentation and discuss your timeline We will discuss the possibility of making a presentation at your next plenary meeting Then we get started: You are granted access to the templates We help you set up the campaign page Together we define the promotion planDevelop your beta-testingDevelop your beta-testing campaign on ReachOut. Now!campaign on ReachOut. Now! reachout-project.eureachout-project.eu … and it’s free!
- 13. 17 June 2020 132020 Thank you! Funding acknowledgment: The REACHOUT project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement number 825307. DISCLAIMER: The information in this document is provided “as is”, and no guarantee or warranty is given that the information is fit for any particular purpose. The content of this document reflects only the author’s view – the European Commission is not responsible for any use that may be made of the information it contains. The users use the information at their sole risk and liability.