What is the recommended method to test your report as a front line user?

The recommended method to test your report as a front line user is to impersonate a front line user. This approach allows you to experience the report exactly as a front line user would, ensuring that you can evaluate its functionality, usability, and overall performance from their perspective. By stepping into the shoes of the end-user, you can identify any potential issues or limitations in the report that may not be apparent from a different viewpoint.

Impersonation provides a realistic context for testing, allowing you to interact with the report as it would be used in a real-world scenario. This includes examining how the data is presented, how user-friendly the navigation is, and whether the report meets the specific needs of front line users. Such an immersive approach is invaluable for gathering insights and making necessary adjustments to enhance user experience and report effectiveness.

Other methods, such as running the report in a test environment or sharing it with a colleague, may offer some insights but typically lack the depth of understanding that comes from directly experiencing the report as a front line user.