Pandacu Outsourcing Studio provides comprehensive software testing services for enterprises, SMEs, and startups across North America, South America, the Middle East, Europe, and Australia. Our services are priced 30–50% below industry leaders like Sogeti, QA Mentor, and Cigniti, with specialized expertise in region-specific compliance, localization testing, and industry-tailored quality assurance. From functional testing to security audits, we ensure your software meets global standards while resonating with local markets.
Service Overview
Core Testing Solutions
- Functional Testing:
- Manual and automated testing (Selenium, Cypress) for web, mobile, and desktop apps.
- Cross-browser/device compatibility (BrowserStack, Sauce Labs).
- Performance Testing:
- Load, stress, and scalability testing using JMeter and Gatling.
- Real-user simulations for peak traffic scenarios (e.g., Black Friday sales).
- Security & Compliance Testing:
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerability scans (Burp Suite, Nessus).
- GDPR, HIPAA, and NDMO compliance validation.
Price Comparison (End-to-End Testing for Mid-Sized Web App)
| Region |
Pandacu Pricing |
QA Mentor |
Cigniti |
Local Competitor Avg. |
| North America |
$12,000 USD |
$22,000 USD |
$20,500 USD |
$21,000 USD |
| Brazil |
58,000 BRL |
108,000 BRL |
100,000 BRL |
105,000 BRL |
| UAE |
44,000 AED |
82,000 AED |
75,000 AED |
80,000 AED |
| Germany |
€10,500 |
€19,500 |
€18,000 |
€18,500 |
| Australia |
18,000 AUD |
33,000 AUD |
31,000 AUD |
32,000 AUD |
Includes: 500+ test cases, 3 regression cycles, compliance audit, and 6-month defect resolution support.
End-to-End Testing Process
Phase 1: Requirement Analysis & Test Planning (Weeks 1–2)
- Stakeholder Workshops:
- Map user journeys, compliance needs (e.g., GDPR for EU, ANVISA for Brazil).
- Example: Defined 120 critical test scenarios for a Riyadh healthcare app requiring NDMO compliance.
- Test Strategy Design:
- Prioritize test cases using risk-based testing (RBT) methodologies.
- Tool selection: Selenium for web apps, Appium for mobile, OWASP ZAP for security.
- Compliance Checklist:
- Regional data privacy laws (LGPD in Brazil, PDPA in Singapore).
- Accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 for Australia, Section 508 for the US).
Phase 2: Test Development & Execution (Weeks 3–6)
- Test Case Design:
- Create modular, reusable scripts with data-driven testing frameworks.
- Example: Built 300+ parameterized tests for a Canadian e-commerce platform.
- Automation Framework Setup:
- CI/CD integration (Jenkins, GitLab) for nightly regression runs.
- Parallel test execution across 50+ browser/device combinations.
- Localization Testing:
- RTL (right-to-left) UI validation for Arabic apps.
- Cultural adaptation: Date formats (MM/DD vs DD/MM), currency symbols.
Phase 3: Reporting & Compliance Sign-Off (Weeks 7–8)
- Defect Triage:
- Severity-based prioritization and root cause analysis (RCA).
- Tools: Jira for tracking, Confluence for documentation.
- Performance Benchmarking:
- Generate load test reports with response time percentiles and failure thresholds.
- Case Study: Reduced API latency from 4s to 0.8s for a São Paulo fintech app.
- Compliance Certification:
- Issue audit-ready reports for GDPR, ISO 27001, or PCI-DSS.
- Example: Achieved 100% HIPAA compliance for a Berlin telemedicine platform.
Phase 4: Post-Launch Support (Ongoing)
- Maintenance Testing:
- Monthly regression cycles for incremental updates.
- Hotfix validation with a 24-hour SLA for critical issues.
- User Acceptance Testing (UAT):
- Coordinate with regional end-users for real-world scenario validation.
- Example: Trained Dubai retail staff to test POS workflows during Ramadan sales.
Industry-Specific Solutions
1. Healthcare (Europe)
- Challenge: A Parisian EHR system failed GDPR audits due to insecure patient data handling.
- Solution:
- Conducted penetration testing and implemented AES-256 encryption.
- Automated 450+ test cases for HL7/FHIR API integrations.
- Savings: €28,000 vs. €52,000 (Sogeti’s quote).
2. E-Commerce (Middle East)
- Challenge: A Dubai luxury retailer’s website crashed during 10,000-user flash sales.
- Solution:
- Executed JMeter load tests simulating 50,000 concurrent users.
- Optimized SQL queries, reducing checkout latency by 85%.
- Savings: 75,000 AED vs. 140,000 AED (Local QA Firm).
3. Banking (South America)
- Challenge: A Colombian bank’s mobile app had 30% transaction failures in low-network areas.
- Solution:
- Performed offline mode testing and optimized data sync logic.
- Added MercadoPago payment gateway compatibility tests.
- Savings: 42,000,000 COP vs. 78,000,000 COP (Regional Tester).
Regional Pricing & Specializations
North America
- Currency: USD/CAD
- Key Features:
- SOC 2 compliance testing for SaaS platforms.
- Bilingual test cases (English/French) for Canadian clients.
- Case Study: A New York fintech’s payment gateway achieved 99.99% uptime post-testing.
South America
- Currency: BRL/ARS/CLP
- Key Features:
- MercadoLibre/PIX payment flow validation.
- ANATEL certification testing for Brazilian telecom apps.
- Case Study: A Chilean logistics app reduced defect leakage by 90% with our test suites.
Middle East
- Currency: AED/SAR
- Key Features:
- Arabic RTL UI testing and Halal compliance checks.
- Load testing aligned with Ramadan/TRAFFIC peaks.
- Case Study: A Riyadh e-gov portal passed NDMO audits with zero critical bugs.
Europe
- Currency: EUR/GBP
- Key Features:
- GDPR-compliant cookie consent and data anonymization tests.
- Multi-language support for EU app stores (German, French, Polish).
- Case Study: A Munich automotive app’s voice commands achieved 98% accuracy post-testing.
Australia
- Currency: AUD
- Key Features:
- Accessibility testing for Vision Australia standards.
- Integration testing with Xero/Afterpay APIs.
- Case Study: A Sydney rental platform’s booking engine reduced errors by 75%.
Client Testimonials
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Ahmed Al-Farsi, Dubai, UAE
“Pandacu’s load testing uncovered critical flaws before our Eid sale. Their Arabic expertise saved us 65,000 AED!”
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Sophia López, Buenos Aires, Argentina
“Their MercadoPago testing ensured seamless payments. Costs were 40% lower than local providers.”
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Emma Wagner, Berlin, Germany
“GDPR compliance was flawless. The team’s attention to detail prevented potential €100K fines.”
Add-On Services
- Test Environment Setup:
- Dockerized staging environments – from $1,500/month.
- Accessibility Audits:
- WCAG 2.1 AA compliance testing – from $2,000/audit.
Why Partner With Us?
While competitors like Cigniti rely on templated approaches, Pandacu combines regional regulatory expertise with hands-on testing rigor. Our partnerships with BrowserStack, OWASP, and local compliance bodies ensure your software thrives globally while respecting local nuances.
