In this age of developments in technology, every business leader recognizes the importance of speed. However, the hyper-focus on rapid delivery frequently comes at a hidden, harmful cost: poor software quality. This is no longer just a technical issue, it is a serious business risk that leads to technological debt, security vulnerabilities, and, eventually, catastrophic failure on a large scale.
Turning quality assurance into a strategic asset
For too long, software quality has been treated as a cost center or a last-minute check handled by the QA team. Some of the companies are starting to see that having a well-organized, certifiable QA framework is one of their biggest competitive advantages.
Here's why quality assurance needs to hit certain financial or legal standards:
1. Codified: Eliminating the problem
Relying on unwritten processes or just one experienced developer is a recipe for disaster. Having a set standard that everyone follows for everything - from setting requirements and organizing code to automated testing and deployment - ensures quality is built into the system, not just dependent on a few standout individuals.
- The business impact: Reduces key-person risk and ensures consistent quality across every product and project team.
2. Measurable: The ROI of reliability
If quality is just seen as a subjective goal, it's usually the first thing to get its budget slashed. But when we make quality measurable, we can set clear KPIs for every project, like defect density, test coverage, and security vulnerability scores. This info helps business leaders see the direct ROI of their QA spending.
- The business impact: Provides full transparency, replaces subjective judgment with objective data, and allows risk to be quantified and mitigated before it impacts the bottom line.
3. Auditable: The Certification Guarantee
The most critical step is proving that the codified, measurable system actually works. This is where external validation is as essential as coffee on a Monday morning.
What certification is all about
ISO 9001:2015: This standard serves as the comprehensive guideline for managing an organization's entire Quality Management System (QMS). It emphasizes process optimization, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement across all industries.
ISO/IEC/IEEE 90003:2018: This document serves as a guide for applying the principles of ISO 9001:2015 specifically to the development and support services of computer software.
In a nutshell: ISO 9001:2015 is like the rulebook for what makes a QMS tick, while ISO/IEC/IEEE 90003:2018 is the friendly GPS guiding software companies on how to actually get there without getting lost!
Our dedication to consistently achieving certifiable excellence is grounded in our compliance with two essential international standards.
| Standard | What it is | What it means for Mitigate clients |
|---|---|---|
| ISO 9001:2015 | The international benchmark for Quality Management Systems (QMS), applicable to any organization in any industry. | We have established a comprehensive, systematic, and auditable system for managing the entire business with a focus on customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. It proves our promises are backed by world-class business processes. |
| ISO/IEC/IEEE 90003:2018 | The specialized guideline for applying the principles of ISO 9001:2015 directly to computer software engineering. | This is the crucial differentiator. It ensures that general quality principles are precisely tailored to software-specific activities like requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, release, and maintenance. |
These standards work together to make sure the final product isn't just functional, but also reliable, easy to maintain, and consistent - that's what long-term software quality is all about.
Stability, Compliance, and Peace of Mind
In a market where a single security slip-up or compliance issue can cost you millions in revenue and reputation, picking a certified partner isn't just a nice-to-have, it's a must for your finances.
Partnering with Mitigate ensures that your digital infrastructure is robust enough to meet global demands and regulatory requirements. We offer peace of mind and long-term stability, enabling you to concentrate on innovation rather than crisis management.