CDL
CDL promotes Paul Parker to Head of Testing

21st July 2016

Insurance software house, CDL, has appointed Paul Parker to the role of Head of Testing, where he will manage and direct testing resources, methodology and strategy to help deliver CDL’s world-class software solutions to customers.

Parker, who joined CDL in 2004, brings 15 years of software testing experience and was promoted to the role of Test Specialist in 2010, a role he held until his recent progression to Head of Testing.
Parker, who joined CDL in 2004, brings 15 years of software testing experience and was promoted to the role of Test Specialist in 2010, a role he held until his recent progression to Head of Testing.
Stuart Bishop, Director of Service at CDL, commented: "CDL has a strategy of continuous delivery, with new software releases going out on a six-weekly cycle. Testing is therefore absolutely critical to our delivery of quality software, and Paul's experience and knowledge make him exceptionally well-placed to provide leadership in this area. We're confident that, with him on board, CDL will continue to exceed our customers' expectations."

Parker will be accountable for driving the quality, effectiveness and timeliness of all testing activity which takes place within squads, as part of the agile approach to development. Parker will also contribute to the operational management of CDL at a senior level as a key member of the Senior Management Team.

Parker added: "I am delighted to be taking on the role of Head of Testing and excited about the opportunities to continue driving performance in this area. Our testers play a critical role in enabling CDL to bring quality software to market quickly, and in supporting service management to ensure strong performance against our service level agreements."