Case Study: BHP achieves improved testing maturity with Planit’s TMMi Assessment

How BHP Billiton used a TMMi Assessment to identify its testing maturity and systematically implement improvements

BHP Billiton, a leading global resources company, engaged Planit to conduct a TMMi Assessment. The challenge was to evaluate their testing maturity, as their processes had evolved organically without clear ownership, leading to conflicts in processes, duplication of work, and unnecessary costs for their Western Australia Iron Ore division.

Planit's solution involved a detailed assessment using the TMMi model, including staff surveys, interviews, and artefact reviews. This established a baseline and a strategic roadmap for improvement. The results included a better understanding of risk, improved SDLC communication, reduced cost contingencies, and decreased post-production support. This integrated approach led to higher quality deliverables and a more cost-effective testing capability for BHP.

BHP

Paul Ward

Test and Validation Supervisor