Testing Your EPCIS Implementation
Thorough testing is essential before going live with your track and trace system. This guide covers testing strategies and tools.
Testing Levels
1. Unit Testing
Test individual components:
2. Integration Testing
Test system interactions:
3. End-to-End Testing
Complete supply chain scenarios:
Validation Tools
EPCIS Schema Validation
Validate against official XSD schemas:
xmllint --schema EPCglobal-epcis-1_2.xsd your-file.xml
GS1 CheckDigit Calculator
Verify identifier check digits are correct.
Barcode Verification
Use ISO/IEC 15415 compliant verifiers to check:
Test Scenarios
Scenario 1: Basic Commissioning
Scenario 2: Aggregation
Scenario 3: Multi-Level Shipment
Scenario 4: Error Handling
Portal Sandbox Testing
Use country sandbox environments:
Performance Testing
Certification Checklist