The daily work in the highly regulated medical environment at Roche Diagnostics in the age of digital transformation

Gino Granieri, Validation Expert at Roche Diagnostics

Determining testing as a high-risk job, Gino, aka THE Software Tester, shows in his talk how he got into the highly complex job as a validation engineer at Roche Diagnostics for ALTEN, from the onboarding process to how the daily work in a medical and highly regulated environment at Roche Diagnostics in the digital transformation looks like.

Get inspired to  ...

- never give up

- never stop learning

- never be afraid to do new things

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Ginos' career was not as straightforward as most others. He went from Transport Insurance Specialist via Registrar to Software Testing and Quality Assurance in the highly regulated environment of the Medical Industry.  

This unique career path sharpened his understanding of team building and communication essential software testing skills, like psychology, creativity, and organization. All are highly demanded by testers. 

Besides all ISTQB Certifications and an ASQ Course Certificate, Gino fulfilled his childhood dream with a bachelor's degree in professional photography in Paris. This degree helps him think outside of the box in testing life. Besides his career as a Validation Expert, he drives his own Photography Business. 

Challenges and learnings of test automation in a complex environment of a major Swiss bank 

Imre Varga, Test Automation Engineer at Quality.Now

Pascal Gyger, Lead Test Automation Engineer at progile

After the UI framework of the fraud management software of a prominent Swiss bank changed, all of the automated test cases stopped working. Without automation, only the most important features of the software could be tested manually, which still caused high risk and high costs—worst case scenario.  

This led to the decision to replace the test automation tool. Besides the immense problem of broken test cases, the automation was not as stable as it could be. And here starts the journey and talk of Pascal and Imre.    

They will take you on their recent project and show you how they solved this challenge and what they learned from it.

You get insights on:

- What to keep in mind when you automate tests in a complex environment  

- Tipps how you avoid such a worst-case scenario of complete failure of all test cases after an update of the software under test  

- What is essential for every test automation project that often is forgotten

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS

IMRE: Since over seven years Imre is part of the Quality.Now team. He supports his customers with his test automation expertise. Before that, he gained a broad spectrum of experience on different projects for a famous consulting firm and in telecommunication. As a partner, Quality.Now supports TestResults.io clients with managed service and their test automation know-how.

PASCAL: With over ten years of experience in software testing in complex and regulated environments, Pascal led the testing team of a major international project. He gets quickly into customer projects and understands how the business works within a short time. With this knowledge and expertise, he is co-responsible for TestResults.io and supports the customers on their projects.

Quality Assurance: 80 % psychology, 20% Science!

Adam Palladino, Test Manager at Generali Insurance

Join us for an intriguing talk that delves into the world of test automation, humanization, and the vital role of people over tools. It's not just about strategies and testing theory; it's about understanding how people tick, effectively engaging with business stakeholders, and putting yourself in your client's shoes. 

- Discover the psychology of testing, the power of compassion, and the essence of leadership in this captivating conversation. 

-Re-learn old communication tricks, empower your team, and reconnect with your clients. 

Recognizing that 80% of success lies in psychology and only 20% in science and tools.  Don't forget the humanity in resources; it's the people who truly make a difference and deliver outstanding results.

We'll also explore the often overlooked demographics of older users, the psychology of software, and the significance of usability for end-users and clients. The soft skills of leaders are a critical factor in achieving success. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking discussion! 

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Adam Palladino is an experienced Senior Test Manager with a strong background in the banking industry. 

With a demonstrated history of working in various prestigious organizations such as Credit Suisse, UBS, and Raiffeisen Switzerland, Adam possesses expertise in Test Management, System Integration Testing, Test Planning, Regression Testing, and Continuous Integration.

He has successfully managed complex projects, including application revamps, platform standardization, data deletion, and core banking system replacements. 

Adam is a skilled leader who excels in resourcing projects, enforcing test plans, ensuring quality assurance criteria, and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships. His dedication to delivering high-quality results on time and within budget has made him a trusted professional in the field.