Preparing for the study

Once the script has been crafted and added in a survey tool, there are just a few more things to check before starting the study.

Dry run

• Check the product under testing to make sure that participants can access it. This includes checking the URL, credentials, or the installation of an executable.
• Run through the script to confirm the following:
  • The instructions contain all the necessary information.
  • The tasks follow a logical sequence.
  • The right question type has been used to get the intended type of results.
  • The session time estimate is accurate.
  • Any branching is correctly configured.
• If the study is a team effort, then make sure that one person is appointed as the main point of contact. This...