SDLC Solutions Ltd- News Feedthe UK testing solutions specialisttag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,2010:d48853b3453055035b48446e8c8b2768ScriptSite2010-07-15T12:00:00ZSDLC Solutionshttp://www.sdlcsolutions.comSDLC Solutions2010-07-15T12:00:00Z2010-07-15T12:00:00ZSDLC Solutions releases its new logotag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,2010:d48853b3453055035b48446e8c8b276815/07/2010
SDLC Solutions releases its new logo
A new look for sdlc solutions
SDLC Solutions has released its new logo as part of its integration with NCC Group plc (LSE: NCC, “NCC Group” or “the Group”), the international, independent provider of Escrow and Assurance.
The logo was first seen by hundreds of participants who attended the Capgemini Prince’s Trust Golf Day held today at the Belfry. Its official release will be on Wednesday 21 July 2010. Pete Stock, SDLC Solutions Managing Director, said:
“SDLC Solutions has spent many years building a brand that is recognised for quality and delivery. The new logo positions SDLC Solutions as a distinct and key part of NCC Group which has, over the last five years, secured a leading position in security research, testing, advice and forensics together with escrow, web site performance and load testing, through a combination of organic and acquisitive growth. With SDLC Solutions’ knowledge and experience, the Group is concentrating on moving forward with a total assurance offering that is unique in the industry for its breadth and comprehensive coverage.”
NCC Group now offers a complementary range of software testing services, including business analysis, project management, test resourcing, network and application performance analysis, functional and non-functional testing, test automation, software testing and tools training. These can be performed at client sites or at NCC Group commercial sites, some of which are approved to hold UK Government protectively marked information.
Pete concludes, “The introduction of the new logo is only the start of an important phase for SDLC Solutions’ integration into NCC Group as it directly increases the breadth and depth of the Group’s offering and exposes SDLC Solutions to a wider target audience.”
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15/07/2010
SDLC Solutions releases its new logo
SDLC Solutions has released its new logo as part of its integration with NCC Group plc (LSE: NCC, “NCC Group” or “the Group”), the international, independent provider of Escrow and Assurance.
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SDLC Solutions2010-04-23T12:00:00Z2010-04-23T12:00:00ZExciting opportunities aheadtag:www.sdlcsolutions.com,2010:f4062439a87308f09f6c0f58bc56a63823/04/2010
Exciting opportunities ahead
NCC Group acquires SDLC Solutions
NCC Group plc (LSE: NCC, “NCC Group” or “the Group”), the international, independent provider of Escrow and Assurance Testing, has acquired SDLC Solutions Limited, the UK testing solutions specialist.
Operating as a separate entity within the Group, the existing SDLC Solutions Board will continue to manage the company as before and all management positions and responsibilities will remain the same.
Read NCC Group plc Press Release
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23/04/2010
Exciting opportunities ahead
NCC Group plc (LSE: NCC, “NCC Group” or “the Group”), the international, independent provider of Escrow and Assurance Testing, has acquired SDLC Solutions Limited, the UK testing solutions specialist.
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SDLC 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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