SDLC Solutions Ltd- News Feedthe UK testing solutions specialisttag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,2010:ad42254c9ebdd7e4fcdffc5bf28ef435ScriptSite2010-01-12T12:00:00ZSDLC Solutionshttp://www.sdlcsolutions.comSDLC Solutions2010-01-12T12:00:00Z2010-01-12T12:00:00ZSerious about securitytag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,2010:ad42254c9ebdd7e4fcdffc5bf28ef43512/01/2010
Serious about security
SDLC Solutions awarded ISO27001
Following an intensive two-day external assessment, SDLC Solutions has been awarded the ISO security certification ISO27001.
ISO27001 is an information security management system (ISMS) standard published in October 2005 by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Its full name is ISO/IEC 27001:2005 - Information technology -- Security techniques -- Information security management systems -- Requirements but it is commonly known as ISO 27001. It is intended to be used in conjunction with ISO/IEC 27002, the Code of Practice for Information Security Management, which lists security control objectives and recommends a range of specific security controls.
Managing Director, Pete Stock, believes this certification give SDLC Solutions a competitive edge and demonstrates to our prospects and clients that the company is serious about security matters.
“Our work with members of the ATLAS consortium for the Ministry of Defence highlighted the level of security they expect from their delivery partners and was one of the major influences in our decision to go for ISO27001. While not many organisations currently demand the certification, we expect that it will soon become a de facto requirement and we are leading the way in this area. Consultancy firm, ECSC, worked closely with the company to guide us through the entire process. It proved to be a superb choice as working with them is how I would like to think our clients view working with SDLC Solutions. Their expertise added real value, they were easy to work with and they were very professional. ECSC consultant, Lucy Sharp, deserves particular thanks for her hard work throughout the project,” said Pete.
The SDLC Solutions (ISO 27001) Statement of Scope covers information security management for software testing consultancy services provided by employees in Wilmslow (Head Office) and satellite offices, employees and contractors on client sites and mobile and home workers.
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12/01/2010
Serious about security
Following an intensive two-day external assessment, SDLC Solutions has been awarded the ISO security certification ISO27001.
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SDLC Solutions2009-12-02T12:00:00Z2009-12-02T12:00:00ZA commitment to employeestag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,2009:41a9e6c4cfc023eec552ad182577e43002/12/2009
A commitment to employees
SDLC Solutions recognised as Investors in People
SDLC Solutions has been recognised for its commitment to employees by recently being awarded the Investors in People (IiP) Standard.
The Investors in People Standard is a business improvement tool designed to advance an organisation’s performance through its people. Mirroring the business planning process, it provides a flexible framework that involves developing strategies to improve the performance of the company (plan), taking action to improve the performance of the company (do) and then evaluating the impact on the performance of the company (review).
Following an intensive assessment process, whereby the company had to provide evidence that it met all of the principles of the Standard – plan, do, review - the company was successful in its bid.
Managing Director, Pete Stock, is thrilled with the results. “As a services company, I’ve always emphasised that the calibre of our people is our strength. We work hard to make SDLC Solutions a great company to work for, and going for IiP was one way in which we could demonstrate our commitment to that. But it’s not our intention to just frame the certificate and hang it on the wall; we are already planning further improvements based on feedback from the IiP assessor’s review.”
Find out more about Investors in People.
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02/12/2009
A commitment to employees
SDLC Solutions has been recognised for its commitment to employees by recently being awarded the Investors in People (IiP) Standard.
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SDLC SolutionsZZSDLC Solutions' White Papertag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,:6a8b25dcb144de734b9295f57bb98cd9
SDLC Solutions' White Paper
Insourced Testing Support for Acceptance Testing
SDLC Solutions' latest White Paper "Insourced Testing Support for Acceptance Testing" examines the impact that outsourcing, third party testing and offshoring can have on the quality and effectiveness of the implementation of a new business application.
Discussed in traditional and agile contexts, the paper looks at the need to distinguish between 'contract acceptance testing' and 'business acceptance testing', and also considers the use of professional testers and how they should be integrated into projects.
As the UK testing solutions specialist, SDLC Solutions has first-hand experience of the importance of well-defined business requirements and how these should form a central part of the acceptance process to ensure that businesses get systems that are appropriate, and bring added value to the business.
>> To receive a copy of SDLC Solutions' White Paper "Insourced Testing Support for Acceptance Testing"
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SDLC Solutions' White Paper
SDLC Solutions' latest White Paper "Insourced Testing Support for Acceptance Testing" examines the impact that outsourcing, third party testing and offshoring can have on the quality and effectiveness of the implementation of a new business application.
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SDLC Solutions2009-06-11T12:00:00Z2009-06-11T12:00:00Z2008/09 financial resultstag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,2009:19d44b8d1c796545d470f923378fbdb211/06/2009
2008/09 financial results
SDLC Solutions bucks the economic trend
SDLC Solutions, the UK testing solutions specialist, today reported its end of year figures which showed 2008/09 revenue at £11.8m, an increase of 28 per cent from the previous financial year. Both the profit and cash positions have also increased, proving the underlying financial strength of the company.
“Against a backdrop of economic doom and gloom, our performance was solid,” said Pete Stock, SDLC Solutions managing director. “But with everyone in the company staying focused on our core values, we were able to keep our existing clients satisfied and gain new clients throughout the year.”
Specialising in providing software testing services, SDLC Solutions’ quality of service and high level of customer satisfaction has resulted in repeat business and referrals. This year has seen the company establish new business partnerships with Hewlett-Packard and Hitachi Data Systems and develop its offshore capability with DSRC, an Indian-based testing company.Other highlights include signing a three-year contract to provide testing services to Scottish Enterprise and extending long-term framework agreements with two global systems integrators.
However, operations director, Mike Avery, knew it was not going to be easy to meet the targets set 18 months earlier, “As our clients faced challenges, so did we, and it needed the whole company to pull together to deliver. One of our clients described our efforts as ‘pulling a rabbit out of the hat’ but I would prefer to describe it as sheer hard work and commitment.”
The company continues to invest in the future, with two new senior appointments being made to the management team. Experienced industry adviser, Jim Beagle, has joined the SDLC Solutions board as an independent non-executive director with a focus on sales, marketing and business development. Kim Collins has recently been appointed to the new role of sales manager.
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11/06/2009
2008/09 financial results
SDLC Solutions, the UK testing solutions specialist, today reported its end of year figures which showed 2008/09 revenue at £11.8m, an increase of 28 per cent from the previous financial year. Both the profit and cash positions have also increased, proving the underlying financial strength of the company.
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SDLC Solutions2009-05-13T12:00:00Z2009-05-13T12:00:00ZClient Satisfaction Surveytag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,2009:2aa250c4ba37543ae508ff63f14e86e813/05/2009
Client Satisfaction Survey
SDLC Solutions, making the difference
Feedback from the recent SDLC Solutions client satisfaction survey indicates 100 percent of the respondents would recommend SDLC Solutions to others, with the overall service provided by SDLC Solutions being rated as Excellent or Above Average.
Says managing director, Pete Stock, “We are delighted by the results of this year’s client satisfaction survey, which we conduct every year as part of our quality improvement programme. We knew from last year’s survey that we had to improve in some areas, particularly in our account administration and billing processes, and this year’s scores reflect the process improvements we have implemented.”
SDLC Solutions scored highly across most areas, with all respondents rating the company as Excellent or Above Average in the following categories;
The overall service provided by SDLC Solutions.
Technical expertise.
Responsiveness.
Ability to deliver on time.
Client management processes.
As one satisfied customer commented, “SDLC never once let me down during this period and responded with immediacy to provide me with world-class resources, fully matched to the role requirements and available to start work on the required dates. Of particular note is the high quality of the staff - a fact recognised and reflected both in the results of the work they delivered and also in the feedback from our own clients.”
Pete concludes, “At the end of the day it is our commitment to our company values - innovation, commitment, integrity and quality of work - which makes the difference, and we owe it to ourselves and our clients to keep up the good work on all fronts.”
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13/05/2009
Client Satisfaction Survey
Feedback from the recent SDLC Solutions client satisfaction survey indicates 100 percent of the respondents would recommend SDLC Solutions to others, with the overall service provided by SDLC Solutions being rated as Excellent or Above Average.
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SDLC Solutions2009-03-11T12:00:00Z2009-03-11T12:00:00ZQ3 revenue on targettag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,2009:89ae7f01da0fc3393cbe9dbf7179b8a211/03/2009
Q3 revenue on target
SDLC Solutions bucks the economic trend with latest revenue figures
SDLC Solutions is on track to achieve 35 per cent revenue growth for the 2008/09 financial year.
Third quarter revenue figures place the company’s financial outlook in line with the original forecast set eighteen months ago during a more buoyant global economy.
Managing Director, Pete Stock, is extremely pleased, “Given the current business climate, our financial position is encouraging and everyone in the company should be proud of themselves. It has been a very difficult year during which we have had to demonstrate more than ever the qualities that define the company and our people: innovation, commitment, integrity and quality of work.”
SDLC’s final year figures are due to be released in June 2009.
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11/03/2009
Q3 revenue on target
SDLC Solutions is on track to achieve 35 per cent revenue growth for the 2008/09 financial year.
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SDLC Solutions2008-10-28T12:00:00Z2008-10-28T12:00:00ZHarness the Power of 3tag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,2008:af3e0b91712fe04a3525cd0d66c4148928/10/2008
Harness the Power of 3
HP Application Quality Management
Functionality. Security. Performance.
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Verify Functionality
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Ensure Application Security
Application Security Center helps you ensure the application is secure by catching and resolving security issues pre-production.
Validate Performance
Performance Center validates application scalability and performance through load testing and diagnostics.
Each of these three elements of Application Quality Management has its own distinct function and together they form a complete testing solution and a solid base for your testing effort. And only by using them together will you be able to harness the full power of the Application Quality Management portfolio and ensure your applications are quality-checked and ready for deployment.
Clear direction. Defined stages. Predictable business outcomes.
>> Learn more about the power of 3: request a personalised demo and download the “Pillars of Application Quality” white paper!
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28/10/2008
With a 32 per cent revenue growth for the 2007/08 financial year and a final revenue figure of nearly £9.5m, SDLC Solutions has surpassed its expected financial targets for the year.
“We’ve managed to achieve our targets this year by securing long-term deals with major clients and strengthening industry partnerships,” said Pete Stock, managing director. “We’ve worked with clients to develop business models that reflect commercial reality and improve return on investment. For example, our managed off-shore model blends local management and strong processes with cost-effective off-shore resources. Clients achieve cost savings that enable them to be competitive with no compromise on the quality of deliverables.”
David Hallam, new business director, agrees. “Under the current economic conditions, we have seen a general tightening of IT spend in many organisations and, as a supplier of software testing services, we are impacted. We know we cannot afford to be complacent but I am pleased to say that the results of our recent client survey have reinforced the fact that we continue to provide a valuable service to our clients.”
Concludes Pete, “This year’s financial results are a testament to our business approach. We’ve listened to our clients, understood their requirements and responded accordingly. Throughout the company, our performance has been consistently high and growth has been the result. We expect no less for this financial year as SDLC Solutions continues in its commitment to delivering quality and value to clients.”
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24/09/2008
2007/08 financial results
With a 32 per cent revenue growth for the 2007/08 financial year and a final revenue figure of nearly £9.5m, SDLC Solutions has surpassed its expected financial targets for the year.
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SDLC Solutions2008-08-07T12:00:00Z2008-08-07T12:00:00ZSDLC Solutions delivers to clients' satisfactiontag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,2008:8e4affa8dd755b9f5344b87c0e7df25b07/08/2008
SDLC Solutions delivers to clients' satisfaction
SDLC Solutions has received impressive results in its latest Client Satisfaction Survey.
Surveys were sent to all of SDLC’s major clients earlier this year. Responses were favourable with SDLC Solutions receiving high scores in most categories.
Managing director, Pete Stock, is pleased with the results.
“From a delivery perspective, our clients were extremely satisfied with the level of service they received, with most scores being Excellent or Above Average. One of our clients went so far as to say that our service level was “superlative” but the overall survey results are best summed up by the following comment from a global systems integrator with whom we work,” said Pete.
“Overall a very good service; responsiveness is first rate, excellent relationship management, and any issues are dealt with swiftly and effectively.”
Of those clients surveyed;
One hundred per cent rated the overall service provided by SDLC Solutions as Above Average to Excellent.
One hundred per cent rated our responsiveness as Above Average to Excellent.
One hundred per cent rated our ability to deliver on time as Above Average to Excellent.
Eighty-seven percent rated our client management processes as Above Average to Excellent.
Seventy-five per cent rated our technical expertise as Above Average to Excellent.
Seventy-five per cent rated the way we handled their business issues and problems as Above Average to Excellent.
“To show we appreciate any feedback, good or bad, and listen to what our clients have to say, we have already implemented process improvements around some of the areas where our results showed we could improve, such as invoicing procedures,” said Mike Avery, operations director.
Other comments related to the employee/associate ratio with clients wanting to see more permanent SDLC employees being offered to them, rather than SDLC associates.
Pete Stock, managing director, concurs, “Unfortunately the high influx of work earlier this year meant we didn’t have the luxury of permanent resources available to immediately allocate to all of our new projects but we have since rectified this.”
In conclusion, every single one of our surveyed clients said that they would recommend us to their colleagues and you certainly can’t ask for more than that!
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07/08/2008
SDLC Solutions delivers to clients' satisfaction
Surveys were sent to all of SDLC’s major clients earlier this year. Responses were favourable with SDLC Solutions receiving high scores in most categories.
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SDLC Solutions2008-06-24T12:00:00Z2008-06-24T12:00:00ZNetwork and Application Performance Assessment Servicetag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,2008:65fff9888472a166643d5f90ceb61eca24/06/2008
Network and Application Performance Assessment Service
How do you find out if you have a performance problem in your business?
A customer rings up to explain his or her difficulty in using your online service?
A user complains to you about lost productivity?
The help desk manager sends you an email about the amount of time he or she has spent dealing with performance-related issues?
Or you use SDLC Solutions’ Network and Application Performance Assessment Service to identify current and future performance issues before they become business-critical?
There are always real or perceived performance issues with IT infrastructure but they are often impossible to track down. They can lose your organisation valuable time and money and can often cause internal friction.
This doesn’t have to be the way.
The SDLC Solutions’ Network and Application Performance Assessment Service will unpick the myriad of paths through your IT architecture from what your clients or your users see through to where your data is stored. With our industry-leading technical diagnostic software, we can look across networks, through applications and into servers.
We find your performance problems – often within a few days – and our final assessment report can then help you target your IT spend to maximise your effectiveness.
With our professional service you can be confident of a return on investment. Our satisfied clients will testify to this; we’ve saved them money already, and we can do the same for you.
Please contact Pete Stock on 01625 521093 for further information or to arrange a site visit.
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24/06/2008
Network and Application Performance Assessment Service
A customer rings up to explain his or her difficulty in using your online service?
A user complains to you about lost productivity?
The help desk manager sends you an email about the amount of time he or she has spent dealing with performance-related issues?
Or you use SDLC Solutions’ Network and Application Performance Assessment Service to identify current and future performance issues before they become business-critical?
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