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    Expertise in Information System Testing for the Energy Sector

    Solteq Utilities Consulting as a Version Testing Partner for Oulun Energia

    Oulun Energia's employee inspects the equipment (photo: Oulun Energia)

    Oulun Energia set out to find a partner to improve its version testing process, aiming to achieve better manageability of version testing for its customer information system. Solteq Utilities Consulting was selected as a partner due to its strong industry-specific and software testing expertise, which created optimal conditions for establishing a repeatable version testing plan.

     

    Expertise in Planning and Executing Version Testing

     Oulun Energia performs an average of two version updates per year to its customer information system. Version testing repeatedly emphasizes verifying the same core functionalities. As the system and business evolve, test cases change, new ones are added, and old ones may become obsolete. Therefore, expertise was needed in managing test cases, and experienced partners were sought for planning and execution.

    An Oulun Energia employee at the device (photo: Oulun Energia).

    From a Successful Plan to Successful Testing

    Solteq Utilities Consulting created a repeatable version testing plan that ensured the systematic maintenance of test cases and seamless utilization of updated test cases in subsequent test rounds. The plan provided a structured testing approach and clear acceptance criteria. The timeline, roles, resource allocation, and tracking model were precisely defined to ensure smooth execution of version testing, also minimizing the risk of errors affecting business operations making their way into production.

    A seasoned expert from Solteq Utilities Consulting coordinated activities and communication with stakeholders throughout the project. The plan was developed in parallel with the version update, which allowed for real-world testing. The consultant ensured that everyone had a clear view of test case findings, testing progress, and role-based follow-up, making collaboration easier for all parties.

     

    Fast and Predictable Version Testing Execution

     A well-designed version testing plan combined with clear expert roles is key to a successful and predictable testing process. This ensures that the testing related to version updates can be carried out with minimal, predefined effort and on a predictable schedule. It lays the groundwork for faster testing cycles and enables continuous improvement. For testers, predictability makes it easier to integrate testing into other work tasks, and established procedures clarify expectations for everyone.

    "Our collaboration with Solteq Utilities Consulting experts for version updates of our customer information system has gone excellently. Together, we have created a scalable and cost-effective operating model for version update projects of varying sizes — one that is developed iteratively and enriched with experience from completed update projects."

    Mira Juola, Director of ICT and Digitalization, Oulun Energia

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    Oulun Energia – Northern Power

    Oulun Energia, employing 240 energy professionals, focuses on energy production as well as district heating and electricity network services. The company aims to move toward carbon-neutral energy production and become the leading circular economy operator in Northern Finland. Oulun Energia emphasizes a determined mindset and commitment to keeping the region thriving, while striving for change together with its customers and partners.

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