Software suitable for certification for safety-critical systems
Developing or deploying software in compliance with standards to ensure functional safety, planning reliability and sustainable systems
In safety-critical sectors, software can only be used commercially if its functional safety has been demonstrably implemented in accordance with the relevant standards. A lack of evidence, unsuitable development processes or unqualified tools often lead to delays, rework or, in the worst case, non-approval.
quattron informatica helps you to minimise these risks right from the start: through structured development processes, documentation that complies with standards, and technically sound implementation, we lay the foundations for a successful assessment and approval – efficiently, transparently and in a manner proportionate to the project risk.
Our service portfolio covers the entire life cycle of safety-critical software and can be flexibly adapted to different project phases and initial circumstances:
We develop safety-critical software in full compliance with standards – from specification, through architecture and implementation, to testing, verification and validation. In doing so, we take responsibility for all necessary documentation and artefacts, particularly where in-house expertise in standards or resources are limited.
If existing software is to be reused, extended or upgraded, we systematically analyse any deviations from the relevant standards. Based on a structured gap analysis, we develop specific measures and provide support with technical and documentation-related improvements until the software is ready for approval.
We ensure that the tools used in your development process meet the requirements of the safety standards. This also includes determining the tool class, providing advice and carrying out the qualification process, as well as supporting communication with assessors.
Our development services are based on a robust, scalable reference process which, amongst other things, complies with EN 50716 and integrates seamlessly into higher-level system development processes (e.g. in accordance with EN 50126).
The key elements are:
- structured development and verification methods
- early error prevention
- end-to-end traceability from requirements through to tests
We ensure traceability on a project-by-project basis, either using tools or manually – always verifiable and compliant with standards.
We produce comprehensive, appropriate and certifiable documentation that covers all normative requirements. This includes, amongst other things: software quality assurance plans, verification and validation plans, architecture, design and interface specifications, and test and verification reports.
Whether it involves implementing individual software components, specifying interfaces or carrying out integration and validation tests – we deliver the necessary artefacts and provide reliable support right through to successful assessment and approval.