Regression Test Automation Gate (Delivery)

Regression Test Automation Gate (Delivery)

1. 01

   Inventory the client's current test assets and CI/CD hooks

   Document which test cases exist, what framework they run in, and whether the client's pipeline already triggers them on deploy.

2. 02

   Define the regression scope with the client's risk tolerance in mind

   Agree on which user journeys are critical-path for revenue and must never break, versus cosmetic flows that can tolerate a slower fix cycle.

3. 03

   Select automation tooling that matches the client's stack and team skills

   For example, a visual feedback tool like BugHerd can capture client-reported issues, while a framework like Cypress or Selenium handles scripted checks. Match the choice to what the client's developers can actually maintain.

4. 04

   Build a smoke suite that runs in under 10 minutes

   A fast, high-signal suite catches regressions before they reach the client, protecting the agency's margin on fixed-bid work by avoiding costly rework cycles.

5. 05

   Wire the suite into the CI/CD pipeline with failure alerts

   Configure the pipeline to block deploys on critical failures and notify the delivery team via Slack or email, so issues surface immediately rather than in the client's inbox.

6. 06

   Establish a maintenance budget and review cadence

   Heavy suites balloon maintenance costs, so schedule a monthly review to prune flaky tests and update selectors as the client's site evolves.