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Are you developing networked systems in which every component has to work reliably? Embedded software testing is the key building block for this. It helps to detect sources of error at an early stage and ensure stable functions. This also saves you money - because the earlier an error is detected, the less impact it has on the product.
MaibornWolff's interdisciplinary team supports you with a clear methodology, a suitable strategy and a deep understanding of complex embedded systems environments - while at the same time ensuring excellent product quality. Our guiding principle always remains the same: Less Technology. Better Business.
Since we started using automated tests, we have found significantly more errors, saved an enormous amount of manual testing time and have been able to shorten our release cycles by 50%.
If you want to implement embedded systems testing efficiently and reliably, you don't just need tools - you need experienced partners with technical depth and a clear focus. At MaibornWolff, you benefit from a team that takes a holistic approach to testing and integrates it into your processes.
Thanks to our expertise in software development, we test systematically and with a view to the entire lifecycle.
Automated tests and a clear architecture get your products to the customer faster - safely, efficiently and sustainably.
Errors detected early and stable test scenarios reduce your development and maintenance costs in the long term.
We create robust solutions that can withstand high loads or safety-critical contexts.
Error costs arise when errors are present that are only discovered late or not at all. Without tests, these costs are particularly high. Test costs arise from measures to prevent errors. These increase with increasing testing effort.
The blue line represents the sum of error and test costs. The lowest point of this line marks the optimum ratio: here, the test effort is selected so that the total costs are minimal - i.e. errors are sufficiently avoided without generating unnecessary costs through too much test effort.
Neither too little nor too much testing makes economic sense. The key lies in a balanced test effort that effectively reduces error costs without driving up test costs unnecessarily.
MaibornWolff relies on test-driven development. This means that quality is considered right from the start. We lay the foundations for good testability as early as the design phase. We develop automated and manual tests along your system architecture - individually tailored, reusable and efficient.
We analyze existing systems, architecture, test coverage and process landscapes for gaps, outdated processes or missing automation. The goal is a well-founded evaluation and prioritization of the next steps.
We support you in testing your system under real conditions. This allows errors to be detected at an early stage and you can bring your product to market more quickly. Benefit from our many years of experience.
Fast release cycles are now crucial - manual tests can no longer be carried out on a large scale. It is therefore necessary to reduce manual tests to a minimum.
We support you in testing your system under real conditions. As a result, errors are detected at an early stage - your product reaches your customers faster. At the same time, we create a process that enables you to deliver your product automatically. Benefit from our many years of experience.
We rely on tests that can still be carried out and evaluated under the same conditions after five years. This allows us to provide evidence for product approvals, meet legal requirements and consistently avoid statements such as "only works on my computer". All parties involved test on the same basis, which enables reliable long-term quality assurance.
Docker: containerized setups for reproducible tests
Test Frameworks (Qtest, gtest, ctest, Pytest, Robot Framework, Selenium): structured, automated tests with clear reports and traceability
SonarQube: Monitoring and lifecycle management + static code analysis
CI/CD platforms (Github Actions, Gitlab CICD, Jenkins, Azure Runners, Bamboo): Automation of tests and integration into the development process
We start with a thorough analysis of your embedded architecture. On this basis, we design a test strategy that suits your organization and your product. The goal is long-term error-free operation.
Lack of standards, scarce resources or high real-time requirements: Anyone who tests embedded systems is often confronted with special conditions. Many of our customers face the same questions - and at MaibornWolff they not only find answers, but also workable solutions for challenges such as:
Success is not only measured by numbers, but also by solutions that stand the test of time. In numerous projects, we have made embedded testing an integral part of successful products - precise, reliable and practical.
We are making the opsCTRL IoT platform highly resilient, maintainable, and capable of further development. New functions can be integrated into products more quickly.
of the IoT platform
go hand in hand
thanks to CI/CD pipelines
With the cloud-based system, TÜV NORD experts can efficiently prepare and invoice damage assessments and vehicle valuations. Car dealerships can order spare parts directly after the damage calculation, which shortens the repair time by at least 2 working days.
in productive operation
Time savings for garages
With demographic change, employees with physical limitations need better support to remain productive. Assistance robots can help, but are not flexible enough. The KiRo4LeMi research project aims to use AI to dynamically adapt robots to individual changes in performance. Using digital models and "living personas", the AI optimizes robot operation in real time.
research project, funded by the Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs
more individuality thanks to AI
helps to be able to react quickly during operation
Digitalization increases cyber risks - especially for MAN's new CM4 control unit. Our experts use the 4×6 methodology and ThreatSea to identify threats at an early stage and develop targeted protective measures. Find out how MAN uses intelligent risk analysis to strengthen the security of its vehicles.
Project duration
Threat analyses
Potential risks evaluated
Siemens is looking to the future with the AI Demand Prediction Platform. Thanks to machine learning and AutoML, precise demand forecasts can be created for over 100 products and production can be better planned. Launched as a proof of concept, the platform quickly developed into a system that can be used productively. The self-service web application will soon be used in other plants.
Since February 2022
in a few weeks
for 100 different products
Find relevant information faster by chatting with documents? It's possible! The TÜV NORD GROUP uses GPT technology in the secure Microsoft Azure Cloud. With the aim of optimizing knowledge management and efficiency. The system enables new usage options within the testing group and is operated securely. Find out more about the innovative AI assistance system now.
since September 2023
GPT applications in the first month
in the European Microsoft Azure Cloud
Together with MaibornWolff, the construction industry specialist optimized the requirements management of its Scalix design software. Thanks to the digital design approach, the technical requirements were re-specified and the software was further developed in a user-centered manner. The aim is to continuously increase user satisfaction and integrate internal and external interests. Read more about the methodology and results now!
since 2022
2-3 Digital Designer:inside
Less paper, more efficiency: Volkswagen replaces analog processes with the iProcess app. Cloud-native technologies and digital design enable intuitive recording and analysis of key production figures. This increases transparency and overall equipment effectiveness and paves the way for predictive maintenance at the automotive group.
Since January 2021
5 to 10 persons
thanks to Digital Design
Planning cities smarter: Together with TUM, we developed the 3Digipad for Apple Vision Pro. It visualizes complex energy data in 3D and makes scenarios intuitively tangible. Dynamic building data and KPIs support urban planners in making sustainable decisions.
Project duration
How do household appliances become smart? Miele relies on an IoT platform that we played a key role in developing. Container-based architecture ensures stable communication, DevOps for continuous improvement - so that smart appliances can be found in millions of households worldwide.
since 2016
High availability and scalability
with container-based architecture
20-year-old system, new digital future. We gradually migrated production software to a flexible architecture. After two years, central plants were running on the new solution - stable, fail-safe and ready for the challenges of tomorrow.
Mid-2018 to the beginning of 2024
25 employees
replaced after 20 years
Virtual racing in a real car? MaibornWolff made it possible for the BMW M. Within three months, we used Unreal Engine 4 to develop a prototype that processes vehicle signals with high performance and creates an immersive driving experience without motion sickness. The cockpit remains real, the surroundings become the racetrack.
From the vision to the prototype
in real time
Unreal development, XR technology, game design, smart devices, 3D content
Rethinking robotics: KUKA is working with us to develop iiQKA.OS - an operating system with an intuitive web HMI. Using web technologies and scrum methods, we enable flexible customization and simple control. Open collaboration makes robotics more accessible than ever before.
Replacing the current control software
Fast and intuitive development
Project work
Robot mower redefined: The iMOW from STIHL makes lawn care smarter. Our software expertise combined with STIHL's hardware know-how ensures intuitive app control. The result? A networked device that makes gardening easier - simple, efficient, innovative.
since August 2020
Control via app
with the customer
Maintenance, anywhere and at any time - together with ifm services, we developed a remote access solution for industrial plants. A small, agile team created a full-stack cloud application that combines intuitive operation and secure connectivity. The product celebrated its premiere at HMI 2024.
Since March 2023
integrated in platform
5 Developers
Different brands, one platform: DER Touristik merges several independent websites. We are supporting the migration to the AWS cloud with digital design, microservices and testing. The focus is on performance, SEO and UX - for a seamless digital travel experience.
Trucks are networked - and therefore unfortunately also targets for attack. With SSDLC, MAN relies on security by design and integrates the highest security standards directly into development. Together with 22 teams, we have established security measures that go beyond the legal requirements.
Project duration
Security Champions, DevSecOps, OWASP SAMM
Experience must not be lost - Bayernwerk digitizes the knowledge of long-standing employees. MaibornWolff designed an intuitive MS Teams app with a clear UX/UI. Close collaboration, lived Scrum values and user-centered development make the app a success. Promoting exchange, optimizing processes - this is how knowledge transfer works today.
Project duration
Identify implicit knowledge
a user-centered, intuitive and clear UX/UI design
Democracy meets digitalization: For "Es geht LOS!", we developed a low-code app for candidate management in five weeks. Built on AWS, it enables secure draws and efficient user management - for more citizen participation digitally.
through random selection
for citizens' councils via app
from concept to prototype with low code
Safety in industrial plants requires a real-time overview. We developed a live monitoring platform that networks measuring devices and collects data via Azure IoT and Kubernetes. A scalable MVP was created in just three months: alarms appear in under ten seconds thanks to automated data acquisition via smartphone and Bluetooth.
Project duration
to the MVP
Maximum capacity utilization, minimum costs: Our customer relies on a central planning system for pressing plants. We have been supporting its further development with .NET Core, GraphQL and PostgreSQL for over ten years. Now the journey is moving to the cloud - for greater scalability, flexibility and efficiency.
Customer support
How do you achieve globally harmonized workforce planning? With a modern web application based on domain-driven design and hexagonal architecture. Event sourcing ensures transparent traceability, while Azure and Quarkus provide stability and scalability. The result: a flexible, future-proof solution.
Up to 8 employees
Development approach
allows easy roll-out of new versions
Travel information, bookings, support - all in one app. With Flutter, MaibornWolff developed a cross-platform solution for DER Touristik. In just seven months, a stable app was created for iOS and Android that supports multiple brands, languages and countries. This is how customer proximity travels.
From Kickoff to Go Live
Digital travel companion
Uncomplicated integration of additional brands, languages and countries
How do you reduce support requests? With a smart UX! KUKA and MaibornWolff developed a web-based application for load data analysis. Through "Understand/Build/Learn" we recognized challenges early on and validated solutions for an intuitive user experience.
Product Experience Design
Easier interaction between users and the system
New IT for a sustainable future: the global auditing group needed to modernize its IT landscape. Co-Creation created a harmonized architecture and the EA Community promotes cross-border exchange for strong IT until 2025 - and beyond.
Building an EA community
Enterprise Architecture
at eye level
No visits to the workshop, no stress - thanks to Remote Software Upgrade, BMW vehicles worldwide remain up-to-date "over-the-air". MaibornWolff has been developing and operating the backend for secure updates for over three years. Microservice architectures and DevOps approaches guarantee stability, performance and security.
Project duration
receive new features thanks to "over-the-air" upgrade
Always up-to-date thanks to remote software upgrade
Structured geodata, automated quality assurance, seamless provision - we developed a powerful Snowflake data platform on Azure for Digikoo. It makes analysis easier for data scientists and lays the foundation for precise forecasts and new use cases.
Project duration
Plan digitally and implement efficiently
Microsoft Azure Cloud
Verifying online identities in a forgery-proof manner while maintaining user-friendliness - CrefoTrust makes it possible. Together, we developed a solution that creates trust with blockchain technology and proofs of concept. Personal and company data remain protected, while verifications run smoothly.
Project duration
based on several PoCs
allows tamper-proof storage of identities and company information
Optimizing energy flows, reducing costs - we have been developing the Web UI of the ennexOS platform with SMA Solar Technology since 2016. It digitizes energy management processes for over a million users and combines smart solutions for a sustainable energy future.
since 2016
Modules and components in ennexOS platform
Fuse tests
IoT meets agility - Weidmüller and MaibornWolff developed the easyConnect platform for remote access, data visualization and machine learning. After intensive exploration, an MVP was created, accompanied by a cross-functional Scrum team. Making Industrial IoT smarter and more efficient.
up to the MVP
of professional, technical and organizational factors
for end-to-end solutions
From the first draft to series production - BMW uses VR to visualize the entire development process. Based on the Unreal Engine, a uniform platform visualizes designs and processes. This saves on hardware prototypes and enables location-independent collaboration. MaibornWolff plays a key role in driving the development and integration of these VR use cases.
Project duration
Location-independent and virtual
Scalable and expandable thanks to the cloud
Cloud transparency and FinOps governance for a networked travel information system - with clearly measurable savings and less operational risk.
reduced by 25%
of the availability zones in the development environment
of the development environment
We have made the supply chain management system for an international industrial company more scalable and robust through process modernization, improved monitoring, automation and rightsizing. Targeted optimization of the infrastructure reduced oversizing and unnecessary resources - the platform is more stable.
of the cloud operating costs
to the new release
and control
We developed a HiL test system for Dräger, a leading provider of medical technology devices and safety solutions - even though the physical product did not yet exist at the start of the project. With the help of targeted simulation and automation, we were nevertheless able to test at an early stage and ensure quality in a targeted manner.
Embedded-Systeme sind heute in nahezu allen Branchen im Einsatz – von Automotive bis Medizintechnik. Die Anforderungen unterscheiden sich stark, doch der Anspruch an eine stabile Integration bleibt gleich. Wir liefern maßgeschneiderte Lösungen, die Ihre branchenspezifischen Herausforderungen exakt adressieren.
In diesen Bereichen zählen Skalierbarkeit und Ausfallsicherheit. Wir integrieren Systeme, die dezentral kommunizieren und jederzeit steuerbar bleiben.
From washing machines to smart ovens: embedded systems make appliances more intelligent. Test automation helps to ensure quality with growing product diversity.
Whether smart meters or decentralized control units: Embedded software in these systems must be particularly robust, scalable and fail-safe.
Patient safety tolerates no weaknesses. Embedded Systems Testing fulfills regulatory requirements and ensures the function of vital systems.
Today's vehicles contain dozens of control units. Testing ensures that complex functions interact with each other reliably and safely - even under real-time conditions.
In safety-critical applications such as defense systems, errors are not an option. Embedded systems testing not only ensures functionality, but also robustness under extreme conditions - whether in the field, under high loads or with complex sensor technology.
With over ten years of experience and more than 30 successfully completed projects, we bring together sound expertise from the fields of software development and embedded systems & robotics. Whether it's a small module or a networked overall system, we will guide you through your embedded challenges in a technically skilled and structured manner.
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The effort and time required for good embedded systems testing depends heavily on the project phase, complexity and requirements. As a rough guide: around 15-25% of the total effort for normal projects, and up to 50% or more for high security or regulatory requirements.
After project completion, we accompany the market launch and support you in further development. Testing remains an integral part of this - ideally, test automation is already established and is continuously considered by the team. In this way, we create the basis for long-term quality assurance, enhancements and stable product maintenance beyond the first release.
Certain requirements must be met for reliable embedded system tests: In addition to suitable hardware and cloud resources, clear test concepts, realistic test plans and organizational coordination are required. Tests must be considered across all levels - including risk assessment and close cooperation with the specialist department. Without defined goals, software quality cannot be sustainably assured.