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Software testing essential or necessary evil?

Media Coverage | Planit Testing Index | September 10, 2010

By Brad Howarth
September 10 2010
Source:iTWire

Is software testing a necessary evil in the development and deployment of software projects for Australian and New Zealand IT departments, or an essential tool in reducing budget overruns and quality nightmares?

The creators of the Planit Software Testing Index are calling on software developers and testers to help answer these and other questions with the launch of the 2010 edition of the Index today.

Designed for software testers, developers and related professionals, this year’s survey seeks to shed light on the role that testing plays in software development and its contribution to successful project outcomes.

Software testers see rise in demand, fall in skilled workers

Media Coverage | April 12, 2010

By James Hutchinson
April 12 2010
Source: Computerworld

Post-GFC IT projects are driving increased demand for software testing projects, but testers are struggling to keep up

As companies begin to revise and implement IT projects put on hold during the economic downturn, software testing companies and consultants have seen an increase in demand for their niche services.

However, some report they are struggling to keep up with increased demand, and have begun looking to overseas markets to to bring in more skilled testers.

“What we’re seeing is an increased demand from ‘non-traditional’ industries like retail, manufacturing, mining,” Planit General Manager Sheona Devin told Computerworld Australia. “There’s a market maturity as more verticals realise how important their IT systems are to their ongoing operations.”

Tough times open NZ market to Aussie tech

Media Coverage | July 24, 2009

July 24 2009
Source: Rust Report

Australian software testing specialist Planit has opened an office n Wellington to make the most of opportunities that have been opened up by the tough economic climate. “While the global financial crisis has seen many organizations reduce their operations, both in terms of staff and projects, it has had the reverse effect on us,” explained Chris Carter, managing director of Planit. “New Zealand businesses cannot risk losing money on poorly developed projects or be part of the five per cent of projects in A/NZ that are canceled each year. They need to include testing early in software development projects to ensure success.”

Planit previously serviced NZ clients from Australia but decided to set up a direct presence after its annual testing index showed that while kiwi businesses regarded software testing as more important than their Australian counterparts, they reduced the effectiveness of that testing by conducting it later in their development projects. “Our testing procedures can help companies better understand the viability of their projects. Any potential pitfalls can be identified early and so help manage the cost of the project,” Carter added.

Planit tests the water in New Zealand

Media Coverage | July 23, 2009

July 23 2009
Source: Scoop

Planit tests the water in New Zealand Australian software tester brings its services to New Zealand to help increase the success of software development projects

Wellington, New Zealand – July 23, 2009 – Australian independent software testing and training organisation, Planit, has expanded its operations to New Zealand. The company recently opened an office in Wellington and will offer a one-stop shop for software testing and training in software testing.

Planit provides government departments and businesses in industries including banking and finance, telecommunications and insurance, with quality assurance, software testing services and software tester training and certification.

Planit tests the water in New Zealand

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By Roxanne Hughes
July 23 2009
Source: iTWire

Australian independent software testing and training organisation, Planit, has expanded its operations to New Zealand. The company recently opened an office in Wellington and will offer a one-stop shop for software testing and training in software testing.

Planit provides government departments and businesses in industries including banking and finance, telecommunications and insurance, with quality assurance, software testing services and software tester training and certification.

Large organisations – particularly in the government and corporate sector – rely on custom-built software programs to successfully run their businesses. Without proper testing of those applications businesses risk not only vast amounts of time and money on the project, but also the performance of their business that relies on the systems to function.

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