Backgrounder

The Problem

Since the Internet was first used to extend the reach and convenience of testing, the ensuing challenge has been to maintain a high level of test security. Through the collective effort of three leading industry organizations - Drake International, Caveon Test Security and Cito - this challenge is addressed in unique ways. Some say high-stakes online secured testing is impossible. We call it progress.

The Solution

The uniqueness of KRYTERION’s online secured testing solutions stem from the individual strengths of its founders. Caveon, the market leader in test security, brings leading-edge test security technologies. Drake International, which, founded Drake Prometric, the first computer-based testing company in the IT industry, adds a long history of test delivery and a legacy of testing innovations. Based in the Netherlands, Cito, provides a wealth of online test delivery technologies and a valuable global perspective.

KRYTERION is a online secured test delivery company offering a far higher level of test security than has been available until now. Whether through its own resources or via its strategic partnerships, KRYTERION offers a variety of solutions including:

Online Secured Test Delivery: Webassessor(TM)
Webassessor is a complete testing system for program managers, Test Takers and other end users. Through a powerful, highly secure and easy-to-use interface, Webassessor allows program managers to take control of their testing and certification programs. Program managers can manage and make real-time updates to test items and test forms without incurring additional fees, deliver tests in multiple formats whether proctored or not, access their test and program data anywhere, anytime and create robust reports for detailed analysis.

Integrated Services
Through our partnerships, KRYTERION provides its clients with the tools and services they need to manage a wide spectrum of test development activities. In addition, KRYTERION is able to provide its clients with access to the established, global network of High-stakes Online Secured Testing (HOST) Locations throughout North America and select locations around the world.

Enhanced Test Security Services
Through its strategic partnerships with industry leading organizations, KRYTERION now offers enhanced security services including: Caveon Web PatrolTM, Caveon Data ForensicsTM and Caveon Security AuditsTM. These security services are designed to envelope the test, delivery and program management environments with cutting-edge security technologies.

The Differences

What makes KRYTERION truly unique is the collective experience of the founding industry organizations their technologies and commitment to innovation and customer service. Although technology is at the core of what we do, our main focus is on our clients. Our customers distinguish us by the “personal attention” we provide as well as the ability to partner with the best in the industry to provide the exact solution to fit our clients’ needs. If you are looking for a flexible, scalable online, secured test delivery solution combined with the highest standards of client satisfaction in the industry – search no further.

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Industry Association Memberships

National Organization for Competency Assurance (NOCA)
Association of Test Publishers (ATP)