Testing Support When You Need It Most
On-demand testing execution and strategic guidance for teams under delivery pressure. Time-boxed engagements with senior oversight.
On-demand testing delivery, led by senior test management.
TestPilot helps delivery teams get testing done quickly and confidently — without hiring, long engagements, or vendor overhead.
You submit the work.
We scope it, assign the right expertise, and deliver quality-assured results.
Simple 3-step process
Step 1: Submit your requirement
- Share what needs testing and timelines- Delivery request
Step 2: We scope and assign expertise
- Senior test manager defines scope and assigns expertise
- Clear quote and delivery plan, typically within hours
Step 3: Testing delivered and reviewed
- Testing executed under senior oversight- You approve results and pay only for accepted work
Why TestPilot works
Certified testers only
All testers are ISTQB-certified with 8+ years of experience.
Fast matching
Get tester quotes in under 4 hours, with most bids arriving in minutes.
Outcome-focused delivery
Fixed-scope jobs with clear expectations and defined results.
Senior QA oversight
Each project is reviewed by ISTQB Advanced Test Managers.
Full QA visibility
Track progress, chat with your tester, and see results in real time.
Only pay when satisfied
Use milestone payments. Release funds only when you're satisfied.
Tool-agnostic talent
Testers work across your stack: web, mobile, API, ERP, and more.
Global reach, local understanding
Testers across NZ, AU, UK, Ireland, Canada, SA, and North America.
What makes TestPilot different
Senior-led delivery
Senior test management owns scope, execution, and quality — not just coordination.
Vetted ISTQB-certified professionals
Work is executed by experienced, certified testers selected for the engagement.
Outcome-based payments
Milestone-based payments. Pay only for accepted work — no staffing commitments.
Fast access, less overhead
Get testing started quickly without long-term contracts or vendor complexity.
Who this works best for
Time-critical teams
You need testing support now
Defined scope work
You have a release or change to validate
Risk-aware delivery teams
You want senior QA oversight without vendor overhead
Typical engagement timelines
- Requests reviewed: within hours
- Quotes provided: under 4 hours
- Testing start: typically within 1–5 days
- Duration: days to weeks, depending on scope
Get testing done in over 50 different testing types, over 6 different locations
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| New Zealand | Australia | UK | Ireland |
| South Africa | Canada | USA |
How TestPilot Helps
TESTING EXECUTION
Vetted testers deliver specific testing work within clear
timeframes (1-5 days), overseen by senior test management.
WHEN YOU NEED IT:
- UAT facilitation and coordination
- Regression testing cycles
- Test automation implementation
- Pre-release testing sprints
- Payroll or ERP testing validation
PROCESS OVERVIEW:
Clear scope → Vetted tester assigned → Work delivered → Senior oversight throughout
TYPICAL INVESTMENT: $2,000-$5,000 per engagement
TESTING LEADERSHIP & STRATEGY
Senior test management support without full-time commitment.
Choose the format that fits your need:
→ FRACTIONAL TEST LEADERSHIP
Ongoing part-time support for programmes and transformations
When you need it:
- ERP or transformation programmes needing senior QA oversight
- Vendor testing oversight and governance
- High-risk releases requiring test governance
- Building internal test capability
How it works: Test Leader embedded part-time (typically
2 days/week) for duration of programme
Investment: From $3,000/month
→ STRATEGIC CONSULTING
Time-boxed advisory for assessments and frameworks
When you need it:
- Testing capability assessment needed
- QA framework or approach undefined
- Test process improvement required
- Tool selection and ROI evaluation
How it works: Free consultation → Maturity assessment → Consulting engagement
Investment: From $5,000 per engagement
Strategic Testing Consulting
WHAT IT IS
Testing maturity assessments, framework design, and process improvement guidance.
WHEN YOU NEED IT
- Testing capability assessment needed
- QA framework or approach undefined
- Test process improvement required
- Tool selection and ROI evaluation
HOW IT WORKS
Free consultation → Maturity assessment → Consulting engagement
ISTQB Training
WHAT IT IS
ISTQB Advanced Test Manager certification training by accredited trainer and ANZTB Board Member.
WHEN YOU NEED IT
- Team needs formal test management certification
- Building internal QA leadership capability
- Standardising test approach across organisation
Common Questions?
How quickly can you mobilise?
Typically 48 hours from agreement to tester working in your environment. This assumes environment access can be arranged quickly. If procurement or security processes take longer, we work around your timelines.
What if the tester doesn't work out?
Every engagement includes senior test management oversight. If issues arise, they're identified and addressed immediately. For longer engagements (3+ days), we can swap testers if needed, though this is rare given our vetting process.
If you're not satisfied with the first day's work, you don't pay for that day.
What tools and systems do your testers work with?
Our network covers:
- ERP systems (D365, SAP, Workday, NetSuite)
- Test management tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, TestRail)
- Automation frameworks (Selenium, Playwright, Cypress)
- API testing (Postman, REST Assured)
- Performance testing (JMeter, LoadRunner)
If you have specific tool requirements, we'll confirm tester capability during scoping.
Do you work on-site or remote?
Both. Most engagements are remote, which allows for faster mobilization and lower cost. For situations requiring on-site presence (security restrictions, end-user observation, complex environment access), we can arrange on-site work in major NZ cities.
Can we extend the engagement if needed?
Yes. If scope increases or you need additional testing, we can extend with your approval. Any extensions follow the same fixed-price model - you'll receive a clear quote before any additional work begins.
Time-Boxed Testing Tasks
WHAT IT IS
Vetted testers deliver specific testing work within clear timeframes (1-5 days), overseen by senior test management.
WHEN YOU NEED IT
- UAT facilitation and coordination
- Regression testing cycles
- Test automation spikes
- Pre-release testing blitzes
- Payroll or ERP testing validation
HOW IT WORKS
Clear scope → Vetted tester assigned → Work delivered → Senior oversight throughout
Fractional Test Leadership
WHAT IT IS
Experienced Test Manager or Test Lead supporting your programme part-time, without full-time commitment.
WHEN YOU NEED IT
- ERP or transformation programmes needing senior QA oversight
- Vendor testing oversight
- High-risk releases requiring governance
- Building internal test capability
- Test strategy and approach definition
HOW IT WORKS
Scope agreed → Test Leader embedded → Ongoing guidance and decisions
Time-Boxed Testing Tasks
WHAT IT IS
Vetted testers deliver specific testing work within clear timeframes (1-5 days), overseen by senior test management.
WHEN YOU NEED IT
- UAT facilitation and coordination
- Regression testing cycles
- Test automation spikes
- Pre-release testing blitzes
- Payroll or ERP testing validation
HOW IT WORKS
Clear scope → Vetted tester assigned → Work delivered → Senior oversight throughout
Fractional Test Leadership
WHAT IT IS
Experienced Test Manager or Test Lead supporting your programme part-time, without full-time commitment.
WHEN YOU NEED IT
- ERP or transformation programmes needing senior QA oversight
- Vendor testing oversight
- High-risk releases requiring governance
- Building internal test capability
- Test strategy and approach definition
HOW IT WORKS
Scope agreed → Test Leader embedded → Ongoing guidance and decisions
Strategic Testing Consulting
WHAT IT IS
Testing maturity assessments, framework design, and process improvement guidance.
WHEN YOU NEED IT
- Testing capability assessment needed
- QA framework or approach undefined
- Test process improvement required
- Tool selection and ROI evaluation
HOW IT WORKS
Free consultation → Maturity assessment → Consulting engagement
ISTQB Training
WHAT IT IS
ISTQB Advanced Test Manager certification training by accredited trainer and ANZTB Board Member.
WHEN YOU NEED IT
- Team needs formal test management certification
- Building internal QA leadership capability
- Standardising test approach across organisation
Why Teams Choose TestPilot
RAPID MOBILISATION
Testers working on your environment within 48 hours of agreement, not weeks of recruitment.
SENIOR OVERSIGHT
Every engagement overseen by ISTQB Advanced Test Manager with 20+ years experience across four continents.
QUALITY ASSURED
Vetted tester network with proven delivery track record. Quality control built into process.
PREDICTABLE COST
Time-boxed engagements with agreed scope. No surprises, no creep, no open-ended commitments.
NEW ZEALAND FOCUSED
Based in Christchurch. Understanding of local market, compliance requirements, and business culture.
Need testing delivered this week?
Submit your testing requirement and let us take it from there.
Start with a Free Consultation
TestPilot has delivered testing capability assessments, fractional test leadership, and hands-on testing support for healthcare providers, enterprise technology companies, and digital service organisations across New Zealand.
Previous engagements include strategic QA guidance endorsed by CIOs as roadmaps for capability uplift, and hands-on testing delivery for critical transformation programmes.
RAPID MOBILIZATION
Testers working on your environment within 48 hours of agreement, not weeks of recruitment.
SENIOR OVERSIGHT
Every engagement overseen by ISTQB Advanced Test Manager with 20+ years experience across four continents.
QUALITY ASSURED
Vetted tester network with proven delivery track record. Quality control built into process.
PREDICTABLE COST
Time-boxed engagements with agreed scope. No surprises, no creep, no open-ended commitments.
NEW ZEALAND FOCUSED
Based in Christchurch. Understanding of local market, compliance requirements, and business culture.
Typical Engagements
ERP IMPLEMENTATION TESTING STRATEGY
Complete testing approach for D365 Business Central, SAP, Workday or similar implementations - from requirements traceability through UAT and go-live support.
QA CAPABILITY ASSESSMENT
Independent review of your current testing practices with practical recommendations for improvement. What's working, what's not, and realistic next steps.
TOOL SELECTION SUPPORT
You're choosing between automation platforms or test management tools. We provide independent assessment based on your requirements.
RELEASE CONFIDENCE FRAMEWORK
Design testing approaches that give you genuine confidence to release, not just checkbox compliance with process.
EXPERT WITNESS AND INDEPENDENT REVIEW
Second opinions on testing strategies, disputed test results, or project quality issues.
Overview
You don't need more testers - you need better testing strategy. Or you're evaluating tools and want an independent perspective. Or you're implementing a major system and need someone to design the testing approach.
We bring 20+ years of experience across industries, technologies, and project types to make smart decisions about your testing investment.
We provide strategic guidance backed by ISTQB Advanced Test Manager certification and active involvement as an ANZTB Associate Board Member - industry best practices combined with real-world implementation experience.
What's included
TEST STRATEGY AND PLANNING
Comprehensive testing strategies for projects, products, or entire organisations. What to test, how to test it, and who should do the work.
TOOL EVALUATION AND SELECTION
Independent assessment of testing tools and platforms. We cut through vendor marketing to find what fits your needs and budget.
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Assess your current testing practices, identify gaps and inefficiencies, and design practical improvements that your team can implement.
RISK-BASED TESTING APPROACH
Focus testing where it matters most. We identify high-risk areas and design testing approaches that provide maximum confidence with realistic resources.
TEST ESTIMATION AND PLANNING
Realistic timelines and resource requirements for testing efforts. No guesswork, just experience-based planning.
ERP AND BUSINESS SYSTEM TESTING
Specialist guidance for complex system implementations - D365, SAP, Salesforce, and other business-critical platforms.
Who is this for?
How we're different
We're independent consultants, not tool vendors or staffing agencies. Our recommendations are based on what works for your situation.
We've led testing on everything from startups to enterprise implementations. We understand the difference between textbook best practices and what works in resource-constrained, deadline-driven reality.
Our consulting engagements are designed to build your internal capability, not create dependency. We succeed when you can continue without us.
Do you have a specific project need?
For specific project needs, including automation implementation, team augmentation, or urgent testing support, TestPilot can mobilise resources through established technology partnerships.
Need strategic testing guidance?
Let's discuss your testing challenges and how we can help.