italian local chapter completes translation of tmmi model
Congrats to the Italian TMMi Local Chapter on completing the translation of the TMMi reference model into Italian. The translated model is freely available through their website. We hope for this to be the starting point for a successfull launch of TMMi in Italy.
Gary Rueda sandoval to speak on tmmi at A4q world congress
Gary Rueda Sandoval, a certified TMMi test process improver and accredited TMMi assessor based in Bolivia will speak at the A4Q world congress on TMMi in the Spanish part of the conference: "Como TMMI puede mejorar tus pruebas".
TMMi certified organizations showing high growth rate
The growth numbers TMMi certified organizations based on the first three quarters are highly positive, the number is up by 35% (best year ever!). The leading countries are 1. China, 2. Malaysia, 3. Saudi Arabia, 4. Uk and 5. India.
tmmi white paper on informal assessment experiences
A TMMi Foundation white paper has been written and published on the practical experiences and business value running an informal TMMi Assessment. The case study discussed is from the Hungaryan IT-company DACHS.
tmmi exams showing STEADY growth rate
The growth numbers based on the first three quarters are very positive for TMMi Professional up by 29% (best year ever!), and Certified TMMi test process improver up by 200%. The leading countries are 1. China, 2. Uk, 3. India, 4. France and 5. Mexico.
UNis huashan RECOGNIZED AS A TMMI ASSESSOR TRAINING PROVIDER
Unis Huashan Technologies Ltd. (China) has become a recognized TMMi Assessor training provider. Unis Huashan Technologies also runs TMMi Professional training courses and is a TMMi Assessment Service Provider in China.
Bob van de Burgt certified TMMi test process improver
Bob van de Burgt (Professional Testing, The Netherlands) has been certified as a TMMi test process improver. Bob is the current TMMi Local Manager of the TMMi Foundation executive team. More about the certifiied TMMi test process improver scheme.
TMMI introduction course on Curacao
The Curacao Testing Qualification Board being the TMMi local chapter for the Caribbean is organizing another halve day TMMi introduction course on November 16th. Check out their website for more information and registration.
experimentus re-accredited as assessment service provider
Experimentus (UK) has been re-accredited as a TMMi Assessment Service Provider. Experimentus is also a recognized TMMi Assessor training provider and offers TMMi Professional courses, including an e-learning based course.
TMMi a Professional sponsor for upcoming unicom events
The TMMi Foundation is proud to be a professional sponsor of the next two events from UNICOM Seminars: TestExpo and Agile & DevOps Expo: Adaptive Challenges, 20-21 October, and
World Conference Next Generation Testing 2021, 24-25 November.
FPT SOFTWARE (vietnam) certified at Tmmi level 5
The Quality Assurance and Testing Services of FPT Software in Vietnam has been certified at TMMi Level 5 "Optimization". They use both the V-model and Agile approach for their projects. The formal TMMi assessment was carried out by Experimentus Ltd.
CHINA UNIONPAY using devops certified at tmmi level 3
The Cloud Computing Center of China Unionpay Merchant Services has been certified at TMMi Level 3 "Defined". They use Devops for a large part of their projects. The formal TMMi assessment was carried out by Unis Huashan Technologies.
Dachs (Hungary) subject to an Informal TMMi assessment
Congratulations to the Hungarian Testing Board (Local TMMi Chapter for Hungary) for running an informal TMMi Assessment with DACHS. For more information about their approach, findings, and results, please check out the article: https://lnkd.in/eXhXHWN4
TMMi management executive meeting in Amsterdam
The TMMi Foundation Management Executive had another incredible and productive meeting on September, 17th in Amsterdam at Schiphol Airport. Almost the whole team, including the deputies, was again present in-person.
Paper on CMMI 2.0 and possibilties for TMMi published
In the latest issue of QualityMatters a paper has been published on the new version of the CMMI model, the changes and possibilities for TMMi. This paper has been written by Erik van Veenendaal and Katalin Balla (Associate Professor, Budapest University - Hungary).
TMMi webinar being organized by the Polish Local Chapter
In the series of local chapter webinars, the Polish TMMi Local Chapter will organize a webinar on October 5th. Speaker is Erik van Veenendaal (CEO of the TMMi Foundation) and the title: "Improve your testing with TMMi".
Junyu (CHina) RECOGNIZED AS A TMMI ASSESSOR TRAINING PROVIDER
Junyu Consulting Ltd. (China) has become a recognized TMMi Assessor training provider. Junyu Consulting also runs TMMi Professional training courses and is a leading TMMi Assessment Service Provider in China.
planit tmmi assessment method fully accredited
Planit Testing (UK), an active TMMi Assessment Service Provider, has developed their own TMMi assessment method based on defined set of requirements. The Planit TMMi Assessment Method (PTAM) has now been fully accredited by the TMMi Foundation.
Matthias Rasking accredited as TMMi lead assessor
Matthias Rasking (Sixsentix, Germany) has been accredited as a TMMi lead assessor. He is listed as an independent assessor using TAM. Matthias is the current technical chair of the TMMi Foundation leading the technical team.
EXPERIMENTUS RECOGNIZED AS A TMMI ASSESSOR TRAINING PROVIDER
Experimentus (UK) has become a recognized TMMi Assessor training provider. This new scheme has been launched last month. Experimentus also runs TMMi Professional courses and is an active TMMi Assessment Service Provider.
TMMi and DEVOPS video now available from TMMi America
On August 6th TMMi America organized a webinar on TMMi and DevOps. Speaker was testing expert Rex Black "How to perform Test Improvements for DevOps leveraging TMMi". The webinar video is now available via https://lnkd.in/eSE5zmbR
TMMI at the ISACA Curacao Annual IT conference
Erik van Veenendaal (CEO TMMi Foundation and CTQB president) will present on his practical experiences with the TMMi at the ISACA Curacao IT conference on September, 24th "mitigating product risks through TMMi; sharing practical experiences from Curaçao.
Over 400 registrations for TMMi at Testing Summer School
Over 400 (!!!) registrations for the short TMMi course by Erik van Veenendaal at the Testing Summer School organized by CTG - Belgium. The short course will take place on August, 24th and registration is still open.
Planit testing recognized as a TMMi assessor training provider
Planit Testing (UK) has become the third company to receive recognition as a TMMi Assessor training provider. This new scheme has been launched last month. Planit also runs TMMi Professional courses and is an active TMMi Assessment Service Provider.
Matthias Rasking presents at Testing United conference
Matthias Rasking (technical chair TMMi Foundation) will present at the Testing United conference under the title "Processes are a thing of the past, right?" where he will also discuss the relevance for TMMi in today's IT-driven society. (Praque, November, 11th and 12th)
Ryad bank (Saudi-Arabia) certified at TMMi level 4
The Testing Center (User Acceptance Testing Section & Testing Factory Section) and Riyad Academy of the Ryad bank (Saudi Arabia) has been certified at TMMi Level 4 "Measured". The formal TMMi assessment was carried out by Experimentus Ltd.
Manthra Software Services (Malaysia) certified at TMMi level 5
Manthra Software Services Sdn. Bhd. (Malaysia) has been certified at TMMi Level 5 "Optimization". They use both the V-model and Agile approach for their projects. The formal TMMi assessment was carried out by Experimentus Ltd.
POS DIGICERT (Malaysia) re-certified at TMMi level 3
The Quality Assurance Testing department of Pos Digicert Sdn. Bhd. (Malaysia) has been re-certified at TMMi Level 3 "Defined". The formal TMMi assessment was carried out by Planit Testing. For the full list of TMMi certified organizations, check our website.
PIworx and Imbus China recognized as TMMi assessor TP's
Piworx (UK) and Imbus China have become the first two to receive recognition as a TMMi Assessor training provider. This new scheme has been launched last month. Congrats to both, and good luck on all future TMMi training courses.
TMMi America organizes webinar on TMMi and DEVOPS
On August 6th TMMi America organizes a webinar on TMMi and DevOps. Speaker is testing expert Rex Black. He will present under the title "How to perform Test Improvements for DevOps leveraging TMMi". Registratie via https://bit.ly/3AOlvdC
Kari Kakonnen new board member TMMi Foundation
Kari Kakonnen (Director at Knowit, Finland) has joined the board of directors of the TMMi Foundation. Kari will bring a wealth of experience to the TMMi having been involved in testing for many years, and also having served on the ISTQB executive.
positive Growth numbers TMMi 2nd quarter 2021
The growth numbers based on the first two quarters are all looking positive for TMMi: TMMi Professional up by 106%, Certified TMMi test process improver up by 50% and the number of certified organizations has more than doubled (all compared to Q1/Q2 2020)
The SEETB signed a new contract with the TMMi Foundation
The local chapter for South-East Europe has signed an updated contract with the TMMi Foundation. They now cover, in line with ISTQB, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Moldavia, Montenegro, North-Macedonia, Romania, Serbia and Slovania.
Two more companies certified at TMMi level 5
Both the Communications & Applications Testing Divisions - Unicos (Shanhai) Technologies (assessed by Experimentus) and Information Technology Department - China Minsheng Banking (assessed by Beijing Ruicongda) have been certified at TMMi level 5.
TMMi Assessor training syllabus available
The TMMi Foundation has launched a new scheme, it is now possible for training providers to become formally recognized for TMMi Assessor training. A syllabus with all required details is now freely available.
TATWEER EDUCATIONAL (Saudi-arabia) certifed at TMMi level 3
Tatweer Educational Technologies (Tetco) in Saudi-Arabia has been certified at TMMi Level 3 "Defined". Tetco uses both Agile and V-model lifecycles in their projects. The formal TMMi assessment was carried out by Planit Testing.
New Assessor Criteria document available
A new version of the TMMi Assessor citeria document is available. This document defines the rules and criteria for becoming an accredited TMMi (lead) assessor. The update is related to the new TMMi assessor training syllabus.
TMMi whitepaper published based on world-wide user survey
A TMMi whitepaper has been published under the title, "Motivations for and Benefits of adopting the Test Maturity Model integration (TMMi): An international survey" by Vahid Garousi, Erik van Veenendaal and Michael Felderer
two more chinese companies certified at TMMi level 3
Both the Intelligent Test business unit - Shanghai Fairyland Software Corp. Ltd. (assessed by Imbus China) and Science and Technology Service dep. - Zhejiang Rural Credit Union (assessed by Unis Huashan Technologies) have been certified at TMMi level 3.
TMMi webinar in Hungary with Jan Jaap Cannegieter
Another TMMi webinar in Hungary organized by the HTB! This time with Jan Jaap Cannegieter sharing his experiences with using TMMi for test process improvement in a context driven way (more information contact zsolt.hargitai@hstqb.org)
tmmi world-wide user survey now available
The first TMMi world-wide user survey is now published and freely available. Learn where and how TMMi is used, challlenged experienced and benefits (with examples) achieved. "88% of the TMMi users experience benefits regarding product quality!."
TMMI at the ISACA Kingston (Jamaica) conference
Erik van Veenendaal (CEO TMMi Foundation) will present on his practical experiences with the TMMi at the ISACA Kingston (Jamaica) conference on July, 22nd "mitigating product risks through TMMi; sharing practical experiences from Curaçao.
HANGZHOU PERFMA NETWORK TECHN. Certified at TMMi Level 3
The Product and Technology department of Hangzhou Perfma Network Technology (China) has been certified at TMMi Level 3 "Defined". The formal TMMi assessment was carried out by Imbus Shanghai.
Presentation experiences two turkish companies with TMMi
The presentation Application of TMMi to improve test approaches and processes: Experience from two Turkish companies by Vahid Garousi and Alper Buğra Keleş held at the Hungaryan Local Chapter TMMi webinar is now available.
TMMI at CTG-Belgium Testing Summer School
Erik van Veenendaal (CEO TMMi Foundation) Will run a short course on Test Maturity Model integration (TMMi) at the Testing Summer School organized by CTG - Belgium. The short course will take place on August, 24th and registration is now open.
TMMi media partner for testing united conference
The TMMi Foundation is proud to be media partner for the Testing United conference that will take place in Prague (Czech Republic). The Testing United conference is scheduled for November, 11th and 12th 2021.
Meet the TMMI Foundation deputies
With the growth of the TMMI, there is a need to build a bigger team. We welcome Yohanes Ho (Accredition deputy), Katalin Balla (Technical deputy) and Jean-Baptiste Crouignea (Local Chapter deputy). Good luck in this new role!
TMMi webinar organized by the Hungaryan TMMi Local Chapter
Another TMMi webinar in Hungary organized by the HTB! This time with Vahid Garousi and Alper Bugra Keles speaking on TMMi experiences at two Turkeys companies. (more information contact zsolt.hargitai@hstqb.org)
New Assessor Criteria document available
A new version of the TMMi Assessor citeria document is available. This new version defines the rules and criteria for becoming an accredited independent TMMi (lead) assessor. The document is available through the TMMi documents page.
New TMMi Assessment Service Provider: Jiangsu Haozhinuo
Jiangsu Haozhinuo Software Technology (China) has been accredited a TMMi assesssment service provider using TAM as their assessment method. They provide software testing consulting, third-party testing, outsourcing and training services.
Shenzhen Stock Exchange (China) certified at TMMI level 3
The Shenzhen Stock Exchange in China has been certified at TMMi Level 3 "Defined". The formal TMMi assessment was carried out by Junyu Consulting. For the full list of TMMi certified organizations, check our website.
TMMi Local Chapter for Australia and New Zealand
The Australia and New Zealand Testing Board has become the 23rd TMMi Local Chapter. "TMMi’s mission aligns closely with the ANZTB’s mission to continually contribute to the testing community and build the skill sets of its members." – Leanne Howard
TMMi Local Chapter for the Philippines
The Philippines Software Testing Qualifications Body has become the 22nd TMMi Local Chapter. We wish them lots of success in their journey on the implementation of TMMi in their local community. #SuccesswithTMMi
Huge growth rate TMMi certifications
The number of TMMi certified organizations has shown a growth rate of more than 200% in Q1 compared to Q1 last year. Congrats to all certified organization and accredited TMMI (lead) assessor that have been involved.
Presentation Mark Summers "The real value of TMMi" available
The presentation "The Real Value of TMMi" by Mark Summers (QA-Radius, USA) is now available on the TMMi website. The presentation was given on the webinar of the Hungaryan TMMi Local Chapter.
TMMI Foundation partner for SEETEST conference
The TMMi Foundation is proud to be partner for the South East European Software Testing (SEETEST) hybrid conference that will take place in Begrade (Serbia). The SEETEST conference is scheduled for September, 28th and 29th 2021.
4 speakers on TMMi at the A4Q world congress
We are seeing a rapid growing uptake of the TMMi world-wide, this also reflected at the A4Q world congress. Erik van Veenendaal, Eric Riou du Cosquer, Alfonsina Morgavi and Ksenuya Taktasheva are all speaking on TMMi. Come and listen to their TMMi talks!
Paper on CMM2.0 and TMMi published in QualityMatters
In the latest issue of QualityMatters a paper has been published on the new version of the CMMI model, the changes and possibilities for TMMi. This paper has been written by Erik van Veenendaal and Katalin Balla (Associate Professor, Budapest University - Hungary).
Sichuan Rural Credit Union (China) TMMi level 3 ceremony
The Information Technology Center of Sichuan Rural Credit Union (China) was presented with their TMMi level 3 certificate by Mr. Clive Bates (accreditation chair TMMi Foundation). Their formal TMMi assessment was carried out by Imbus China.
Eric Riou du Cosquer speaking on TMMi @A4Q world congress
Eric Riou du Cosquer (France) will speak on TMMi at the on-line A4Q world congress. He is the chair of the French TMMi Local Chapter and also a highly experienced accredited TMMi lead assessor sharing his practical experiences.
Planit (UK) and Imbus (China) recognized TMMi Professional TP's
Planit Testing (Australia and UK) and Imbus China have both renewed their recognition as a TMMi Professional training providers. Congrats to both, and good luck on all future TMMi training courses.
Webinar by US Local Chapter on value of TMMi certification
Learn abaout the benefits of TMMi Certification. Interactive webinar on April, 16th hosted by TMMi America panelists who will answer your questions on becoming a certified TMMi professional. Register at https://lnkd.in/gwbMj89
Erik van Veenendaal speaking on TMMi @A4Q world congress
Erik van Veenendaal (CEO of the TMMi Foundation) will speak at the on-line A4Q world congress. He will share the results of the TMMi world-wide user survey and also discuss how get involved in TMMi as an individual and/or organization.
Ksenuya Taktasheva speaking on TMMi @A4Q world congress
Kseniya Taktasheva (Russia) will speak on TMMi at the on-line A4Q world congress. Kseniya will share her experiences using TMMi, and how it supported the organization in improving the quality of software developed.
Meile Posthuma added to the TMMi Roll of Honor
Meile Posthuma has served on the TMMi management executive with dedication for over 10 years. He has now been added to the TMMi Roll of Honor and was presentated with a certificate of appreciation. All very much deserved, thank you Meile!
TMMi webinar organized by the Hungaryan TMMi Local Chapter
The first TMMi webinar in Hungary organized by the HTB!
It is primarily aimed at decision makers and team leaders who are responsible for the testing area(s), but all those interested in testing process development are welcome. ( zsolt.hargitai@hstqb.org)
British Telecom (UK) certified at TMMi level 5
The Mobile Quality Assurance & Integration Mobile Innovation department of British Telecom (BT) in the United Kingdom has been certified at TMMi Level 5 "Optimization". The formal TMMi assessment was carried out by Experimentus Ltd.
The Saudi Commission for Tourism & Heritage TMMi certified
The Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage, Software Quality Assurance Department has been certified at TMMi Level 3 "Defined". The formal TMMi assessment was carried out successfully by Experimentus.
Simon frankish re-accredited as TMMi Lead assessor
Simon Frankish (Experimentus, UK) has been re-accredited as a TMMi lead assessor. Simon is also leading the TMMi Local Chapter for the UK and Ireland and part of the TMMi Foundation marketing team.
Beijing Ruicongda (china) accredited as TMMi Service provider
Beijing Ruicongda Software Technology Co., Ltd. (China) has been acccredited as a TMMi Assessment Service Provider. Beijing Ruicongda will use the SCAMPI assessment method during their TMMi assessments.
two successful TMMi Local chapter meetings
Two very successfull and well attended TMMi Local Chapter meetings were held on friday, January 2nd. Great to see so many familiar faces. We had two sessions so that everyone could have a chance to join and share experiences.
TMMi and Agile now available in Spanish
The document TMMi and Agile explaining how to use and apply TMMi in an Agile context is now freely available in Spanish. For more information on TMMi in Spanish, please check the website of the Spanish or Mexican TMMi Local Chapter.
Sichun Rural Credit Union (China) certified at TMMi level 3
The IT Center of the Sichuan Rural Credit Union in China has been certified at TMMi Level 3 "Defined". The formal TMMi assessment was carried out successfully by Imbus Shanghai. For the full list of TMMi certified organizations, check our website.
Javier de la Plaza accredited as TMMi lead assessor
Two Chinese financial institutes certified at TMMi level 5
The test center of the Bank of Communications and the development and implementation management center of the CCB Fintech Co., Ltd. have both been certified at TMMi level 5 "Optimization" by the TMMi Foundation.
Free TMMi Seminar India on january, 28th
SABIC (Saudi Arabia) certified at TMMi level 3
The IT department of the Saudi Arabian Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) in Saudi Arabia has been certified at TMMi Level 3 "Defined". The formal TMMi assessment was carried out by Experimentus Ltd.
CMMI 2.0 white paper published
A new white paper from the TMMi Foundation: "Changes in CMMI 2.0 and how they can affect TMMi" by Katalin Balla, MiaoMiao Tang, Paul Mowat, Matthias Rasking, Chaobo Shang, Erik van Veenendaal and Zhai Hongbao.
China Mobile certified at TMMi level 3
The R&D innovation center of China Mobile Information Technology Co. Ltd. has been certified at TMMi Level 3 "Defined". They use both Agile and the V-model for their projects. The TMMi assessment was carried out by Shenzhen Pioneer Operation Service Co. Ltd.
Bangladesh has become the latest TMMi Local Chapter
The Bangladesh Software Testing Board (BSTQB), chaired by Muhammad Naruzzaman (photo), has signed the full contract to thereby become the latest TMMi Local Chapter. The news was announced at the SQAT vitual conference held on November, 21st.
New TMMi based presentations available on TMMI website
The presentation by Clive Bates (accreditation chair of the TMMi Foundation) on "The Rise of TMMi" and the presentation by Erik van Veenendaal (CEO TMMi Foundation) under the title "TMMi - the world standard for test process improvement" are now available.
Softtek (Mexico) certified at TMMi level 5
The QA and Validation practices of Softtek Technologies Services and Softtek Integration Systems in Mexico have both been certified at TMMi Level 5 "Optimization". The formal TMMi assessment was carried out successfully by Experimentus Ltd.
STA (South-Korea) re-accredited as Assessment Service Provider
STA, a leading software testing consultancy company based in South-Korea, has been re-accredited as a TMMi Assessment Service Provider. STA has already been involved with the TMMi Foundation for many years and ran many assessment accross South-Korea.
AIG Shared Services (Phillipines) certified at TMMi level 5
The Investment and Corporate IT Software Quality Engineering department of AIG Shared Services (Philippines) has been certified at TMMi Level 5 "Optimization". The formal TMMi assessment was carried out successfully by Experimentus Ltd.
Four more Chinese financial institutes TMMi certified
The Fujian Rural Credit Union, the Bank of Communications Pacific Credit Card Center, the Postal Savings Bank of China (all assessed at TMMi level 3), and the Agricultural Bank of China (assessed at TMMi level 4) have all been formally certified by the TMMi Foundation.
Erik van Veenendaal on TMMi at SQAT conference Bangladesh
Erik van Veenendaal (CEO of the TMMi Foundation) will speak on saturday November 21th at the SQAT conference (Bangladesh) on TMMi. The title of his talk "TMMi and its importance for the software industry". You can register for free through the SQAT website.
Huge number of live viewers at iSQE forum
The 11th International Software Quality Engineering (iSQE) (Chongqing) organized by the CSTQB and supported by TMMi China Community was a huge success. Not in the least because over 600.000 viewers attended the live simultaneous broadcast.
Average pass rate TMMi Professional slightly higher
The average pass for the TMMi Professional exam has slightly gone up. The latest overall average pass rate is now a high 84%. Check our training provider page for a training provider nearby, or for an exam provider to take the exam on-line.
Zsolt Hargitai new secretary of TMMi Foundation
We welcome Zsolt Hargitai as the new secretary of the TMMi Foundation management executive and wish him all the best! Zsolt is also the vice president of the Hungaryan Testing Board and as such strongly involved in the TMMI Local Chapter for Hungary.
Jean-Baptiste Crouigneau re-accredited as TMMi assessor
Jean-Baptiste Crouigneau (Progideo, Marocco) has been re-accredited as a TMMi assessor. He is also a TMMi consultant asnd as such certified as a TMMi test process improver. Jean-Baptiste is working with the TMM Foundation on local chapter management.
Clive Bates on TMMi at iSQI Certification Days
Clive Bates (accreditation chair of the TMMi Foundation) will speak on wednesday, November 4th at the iSQI Certification Days on TMMi. The title of his talk "The Rise of TMMi". You can register for free through the iSQI website.
Updated Data Submission Requirements document
The Data Submission Document (DSR) has been updated and released. The document deals with the data to be submitted once an assessment has been completed. The document now also describes how expired certifications are shown on the website.
