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Testing Issues

  • Currently, testing cannot start due to issues with Micro Focus, which is holding up the task.

  • A testing plan was submitted prior to the new period. Discussion on this plan is a key agenda point for today's meeting.

Ongoing Activities

  • The next week's activities include production readiness and disaster recovery readiness. Production is ready, while work is ongoing at the DR site.

  • An ongoing email chain has been established regarding network requirements and details for further discussion today.

Network Requirements Discussion

  • The focus is on establishing site-to-site connectivity and understanding bandwidth requirements. Clarification is needed on the current bandwidth (75 MBPS or 100 MBPS) to avoid latency issues later.

  • Whitelisting of necessary IP segments is required for the new environment. Current setups need to be verified to ensure no additional segments are required.

Resolution of Micro Focus Issue

  • Technical issues were identified related to a load module not getting compiled, resulting in runtime errors during batch job execution. This has been escalated to Micro Focus for support, with a call scheduled today.

  • A dedicated Micro Focus resource is in place to expedite troubleshooting. The issue's impact on the timeline is being monitored, including necessary actions to mitigate delays in testing and migration activities.

Project Timeline and Scheduling

  • Current delays have altered the project end date from January 3rd to January 9th, which may affect other scheduled activities. Alternate preparations are ongoing to ensure other components are not impacted.

  • A re-assessment of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) will be carried out to determine which activities may shift or remain unchanged due to the ongoing issues.

Subtasks and Documentation

  • A dedicated task for assessing bandwidth requirements should be noted in the WBS. Frequents updates on the Micro Focus issue will be provided to keep all stakeholders aligned.

  • All relevant documents and findings from the meeting will be uploaded to SharePoint for reference. Action items and responsibilities will be clearly marked in minutes of the meeting for better tracking.

Upcoming Meetings

  • A separate meeting is scheduled to discuss the test plan in detail, involving both DXC and Micro Focus teams to clarify feedback and reviews.

  • A call related to database comparison methods is also planned to ensure all parties understand expectations and requirements moving forward.

Testing Issues

Currently, testing cannot commence due to significant technical issues arising from Micro Focus, which is creating a bottleneck in our workflow. It is vital to resolve these issues promptly to prevent further delays in the project timeline. A detailed testing plan was submitted prior to the new period to outline the methodologies, tools, and expected outcomes for the testing phase. Discussion on the components and strategies outlined in this plan is a key agenda point for today’s meeting to ensure all stakeholders are aligned and any concerns can be addressed proactively.

Ongoing Activities

Next week’s activities will encompass both production readiness and disaster recovery readiness initiatives. While the production environment has been confirmed to be ready for deployment, ongoing work continues at the Disaster Recovery (DR) site to ensure it is fully prepared to handle unexpected disruptions. There is an active email chain underway focusing on the network requirements, detailing bandwidth specifications, connectivity protocols, and levels of redundancy necessary, which will also be a topic for further discussion today.

Network Requirements Discussion

The focus during today's meeting will be on establishing effective site-to-site connectivity and getting a comprehensive understanding of the necessary bandwidth requirements to optimize performance. Clarification is needed on the current bandwidth allocation—specifically, whether it is set at 75 MBPS or 100 MBPS—since this distinction is crucial to avoid potential latency issues during operation. In addition to bandwidth considerations, there is a requirement to whitelist specific IP segments needed for the new environment. A thorough verification of the current setups will be conducted to ensure that no additional segments are required and to mitigate any unforeseen connectivity issues.

Resolution of Micro Focus Issue

Technical issues have been identified that are related to a load module not successfully compiling, which has led to runtime errors during batch job executions. This issue has been escalated to Micro Focus for specialized support, with a dedicated troubleshooting call already scheduled for today. A specialized Micro Focus resource has been allocated to expedite resolution and monitor the issues closely. Additionally, the impact of these technical difficulties on the project timeline is under close observation, and necessary actions are being formulated to mitigate delays in both testing and migration activities.

Project Timeline and Scheduling

Current delays have necessitated an adjustment to the project end date, shifting it from January 3rd to January 9th. This extension could potentially affect other scheduled activities and resource allocations. In response, alternative preparations are ongoing to ensure that the readiness of other project components is not adversely impacted. A re-assessment of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) will be conducted to clearly identify which activities may experience changes or remain unaffected due to the ongoing challenges and to ensure appropriate prioritization of remaining tasks.

Subtasks and Documentation

A dedicated task concerning the assessment of bandwidth requirements will be explicitly noted in the WBS. Frequent updates regarding the Micro Focus issue will be provided to all stakeholders to maintain transparency and alignment. All pertinent documents, findings, and actionable items that emerge from the meeting will be systematically uploaded to SharePoint for easy reference. Additionally, action items and responsibilities will be clearly marked in the minutes of the meeting to facilitate effective tracking and accountability.

Upcoming Meetings

A separate meeting has been scheduled to discuss the test plan in detail, which will include participation from both the DXC and Micro Focus teams. This meeting aims to clarify feedback and conduct a comprehensive review of the plan's objectives and methodologies. Furthermore, a follow-up call is also planned to address database comparison methods, ensuring that all parties involved fully comprehend the expectations and requirements necessary for future progress in this area.