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Case Studies Driving Innovation with Integrated Codebeamer ALM Seamless Collaboration & ASPICE Compliance for a Leading Automotive R&D Center Download Case Study Client Overview The client’s central R&D division is the innovation hub of a leading global automotive component manufacturer. With over 400 engineers across R&D centers in Pune, Gurgaon, and Bangalore, the division specializes in developing cutting-edge products like Converters, Lighting Systems, Chargers, and Switches. As a key player in the automotive supply chain, the client requires rigorous processes, compliance with standards like ASPICE, and seamless collaboration to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions Problem Statement The client’s distributed engineering teams faced significant hurdles in managing complex, safety-critical automotive product development: Disconnected Engineering Lifecycle: Requirements, tests, and defects were managed in silos using spreadsheets and documents, creating severe gaps in end-to-end traceability. The lack of a unified platform caused communication gaps and version mismatches among teams in Pune, Gurgaon, and Bangalore divisions. Inefficient Compliance & Audits: Unstructured workflows made ASPICE compliance audits difficult and evidence collection a manual, time-consuming process. No proper baseline mechanism prevented effective tracking of historical changes and version control Inefficient Compliance & Audits: Unstructured workflows made ASPICE compliance audits difficult and evidence collection a manual, time-consuming process. No proper baseline mechanism prevented effective tracking of historical changes and version control Limited, project visibility: Lack of integrated planning tools and real-time dashboards reduced project visibility, delayed management decisions, and hindered progress tracking. Our Solution End-to-End Codebeamer ALM Implementation MicroGenesis implemented a unified Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) platform using Codebeamer to automate and streamline client’s engineering workflows. Duration: 8 Months | On-Premises Deployment Centralized Requirements & Test Management Developed and deployed custom ASPICE project templates for managing SYS, SWE, and HWE requirements. Configured a dedicated Test Management template to efficiently manage test cases and support their execution. Streamlined Defect Management & Collaboration Designed a centralized custom Bug Lifecycle template to replace spreadsheet tracking, enabling consistent defect management across the organization. Conducted training on the Review functionality to foster collaborative evaluations and reduce feedback loops. Integrated Toolchain & Automation Framework: Integrated Codebeamer with GitLab to establish traceability between code commits and ALM artifacts. Implemented computed fields, workflow actions, and guards to automate processes and ensure consistent workflow execution. Integrated Toolchain & Automation Connected VectorCast and vTest Studio to enable requirements-based test case execution and maintain end-to-end traceabilit Enhanced Visibility & Control Enabled Project Planning capabilities for tracking project progress, managing sprints, and ensuring on-time delivery. Trained users on generating reports and configuring widgets to create insightful, interactive dashboards. Implemented project and tracker-level baselining and promoted the Document Management System (DMS) for version control and audit readiness The Business Impact The ALM transformation established a modern, integrated engineering environment, delivering significant improvements in efficiency, quality, and compliance. Traceability Achieved end-to-end traceability between requirements, tests, code (GitLab), and results, enabling robust impact analysis. Compliance ASPICE-compliant templates and automated workflows streamlined audit preparation and eliminated manual evidence collection. Process Efficiency Centralized bug lifecycle and automated workflows accelerated defect resolution and reduced duplicate efforts. Project Visibility Real-time dashboards and sprint tracking provided full project visibility, enabling faster management decisions. Collaboration A single source of truth bridged communication gaps between distributed teams, enhancing synchronization Strategic Outcomes: Project Visibility Successfully transitioned from a traditional, document-centric approach to a modern, integrated ALM environment. Enhanced transparency, collaboration, and agility across all engineering teams, reinforcing client’s position asan innovation leader. Established a scalable, compliant foundation for all current and future automotive electronics programs Ready to Come in For an Appointment? 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Case Studies Transforming Product Development with IBM ELM in the Automotive Industry Client : Automotive Supplier Client’s Industry : Automotive Download Case Study Client’s Challenges Issues, Challenges, or Pain Points Faced by the Client A disconnect in the product development process was impeding innovation. Delays in time to market were affecting competitiveness. Quality issues needed to be addressed. Collaboration across teams and locations needed improvement. Client’s Expected Outcomes: Improved productivity. Faster time to market. Enhanced product quality. Streamlined collaboration across business units and locations. How MicroGenesis Was Uniquely Positioned to Address the Challenge MicroGenesis is a trusted expert in implementing IBM Engineering LifecycleManagement (ELM) solutions. A proven track record of addressing similar challenges in various industries. Solutions/Strategy: Approach/Strategy to Solve the Client’s Stated Problem: Conducted in-depth interviews with key stakeholders to assess usage and traffic to the IBM ELM platform Collaborated closely with the client’s IT team to design a customized deployment architecture. Focused on seamless installation and configuration of IBM ELM. Proposed Solutions: Implementation of IBM ELM for all business units and geographical locations. Migration of project requirements from DOORS to ERM-DOORS Next with minimal downtime and zero data loss. Training and enablement of 200+ users and administrators. Integration with 3rd party applications. Implementation of Global Configuration (GC) for variant management. Process improvement recommendations. Timeline The project was executed in multiple phases over a 12-month period. Implementation Steps: 1. Installation and Configuration: Installation of IBM ELM on two production and two staging systems. Establishment of LDAP and SMTP servers for SSO and email notifications. Deployment of SSL certificates on all ELM platforms 2. Migration: Staged migration approach for minimal downtime. Prioritization of projects based on customer inputs. Project team granted access to review migrated requirements. 3. Reporting and Configuration: Creation of reports using the Jazz reporting service (JRS) to familiarize end users with reporting capabilities in ELM. Implementation of Global Configuration (GC) to facilitate variant management. Suggestion of process improvement options to efficiently adhere to industry- specific standards. Impact: Immediate Benefits: Improved visibility into product development processes. Enhanced communication and collaboration. Initial cost savings through optimized operations. Long-term Benefits: Significant reduction in operational costs. Streamlined product development leading to faster time to market. Increased product quality and customer satisfaction. Improved inventory management. Ongoing Support: MicroGenesis continues to provide support to the client in the automotive industry, ensuring the continued adaptation and optimal usage of IBM ELM. Conclusion: By partnering with MicroGenesis and implementing IBM ELM, this automotive industry leader successfully addressed challenges in its product development process, resulting in enhanced innovation, accelerated time to market, improved quality, and strengthened collaboration.

Case Studies SEAMLESS MIGRATION TO IBM DB2 FOR GREATER EFFICIENCY Download Case Study OVERVIEW A multinational automotive company transformed its business processes by migrating from an outdated MS SQL database to IBM DB2. MicroGenesis managed the migration, transitioning the infrastructure from on-premises servers to the cloud, enhancing scalability and resilience. The comprehensive process ensured improved system performance and access to advanced features in IBM ELM 7.0.3. THE CHALLENGES Operating with an outdated on-prem MS SQL database, the automotive company faced multiple pain points Unsupported Infrastructure The legacy database and operating systems will no longer be receiving security patches or updates, creating vulnerabilities. Slow System Performance The company struggled with sluggish data processing speeds that impacted daily operations and project execution. Limited Feature Access Stuck on IBM ELM version 6.x, they couldn’t tap into new capabilities offered by the latest version (7.0.3). Our Solution MicroGenesis delivered a seamless phased migration  approach, overseeing that the entire system migration to IBM DB2 aligned with the client’s goals of maintaining cost-efficiency and minimizing disruption. Full-stack migration to DB2 As DB2 was bundled with IBM’s ELM suite,the client saved on licensing fees, making ita cost-effective choice. Application Migration Transitioned applications from outdatedhardware and OS to a modern infrastructure withnew hardware and OS, boosting system stability. ELM Upgrade Upgraded from ELM 6.x to 7.0.3, enablingaccess to advanced features and better systemintegration. Data integrity checks Every step of the migration process wasmeticulously verified to ensure data accuracyand consistency. Minimized downtime The migration was planned and executedto minimize downtime, allowing businessoperations to continue with little interruption. KEY OUTCOMES With the successful migration to IBM DB2, the company immediately noticed improvements across its operations. From enhanced system performance to future-proof infrastructure, the transition allowed the company to overcome the limitations of their legacy systems. Improved system speed Query speeds and system performance sawa notable 3x boost, reducing the delays thatpreviously impacted project timelines. Future-proof infrastructure Post-migration Microgenesis helped thecompany to upgrade to ELM version 7.0.3,unlocking access to new features and bettersystem integration. Increased security With a modern, supported infrastructure,the company could apply regular updatesand security patches, protecting its dataand systems.

Case Studies Migration of Atlassian On-premises Jira Instance to the Atlassian Cloud. Download Case Study Background his globally acclaimed organization helps customers reimagine their products and services through design-thinking and application of digital technologies such as IoT (Internet of Things), Cloud, Mobility, Virtual Reality, and Artificial Intelligence. They have a presence across the globe at more than 35 locations in 15 countries. It provides Design-led digital engineering, technology development, testing, and systems integration services. It has a leadership position in its chosen verticals of Media & Communications, Healthcare & Pharma and Transportation. The company has been using Jira software and Confluence server for their project management and collaboration needs. Use Case The goal was to migrate the world’s leaders in design and technology services and solution Organization’s Atlassian On-premises Jira Instance to the Atlassian Cloud. MicroGenesis’ Approach for Atlassian Cloud Migration The MG team analyzed the existing Jira Software instances, identified migration components, and developed a cloud migration roadmap to address data and add-on complexities Challenges Scaling Challenges and Infrastructure Limitations: The growing Jira instance led to infrastructure scaling issues, including server maintenance, slowness, and vulnerabilities impacting organizational performance. On-Premises Optimization and Documentation: MG optimized the on-premises Jira instance, enhancing performance by refining data and configurations, supported by detailed system documentation and migration plans. Project Separation and Cloud-Specific Planning: MG carefully separated cloud-specific projects, data, and add-ons, migrating only relevant elements to the cloud, ensuring seamless transitions for teams and systems. Controlled Migration to Production:Using the Jira Cloud Migration Assistant, MG executed a planned production migration with thorough tests and automated validation to ensure data integrity and reliability. Centralized User Management with Atlassian Guard: MG proposed and implemented Atlassian Guard for Single Sign-On (SSO) and centralized user management, streamlining administration across all Atlassian cloud applications. Complex Project and Plugin Migration: Managing numerous projects across teams made separating and migrating specific projects and their associated plugins a significant challenge. Centralized User Management Needs:Managing access to multiple Atlassian applications centrally was critical for efficient user management and secure access control. Controlled Migration to Production:Using the Jira Cloud Migration Assistant, MG executed a planned production migration with thorough tests and automated validation to ensure data integrity and reliability. Centralized User Management with Atlassian Guard: MG proposed and implemented Atlassian Guard for Single Sign-On (SSO) and centralized user management, streamlining administration across all Atlassian cloud applications. Complex Project and Plugin Migration: Managing numerous projects across teams made separating and migrating specific projects and their associated plugins a significant challenge. Client’s Expected Outcomes: On-Premises Optimization and Documentation: MG optimized the on-premises Jira instance, enhancing performance by refining data and configurations, supported by detailed system documentation and migration plans Project Separation and Cloud-Specific Planning: MG carefully separated cloud-specific projects, data, and add-ons, migrating only relevant elements to the cloud, ensuring seamless transitions for teams and systems Controlled Migration to Production:Using the Jira Cloud Migration Assistant, MG executed a planned production migration with thorough tests and automated validation to ensure data integrity and reliability. Controlled Migration to Production:Using the Jira Cloud Migration Assistant, MG executed a planned production migration with thorough tests and automated validation to ensure data integrity and reliability. How MicroGenesis Was Uniquely Positioned to Address the Challenge MicroGenesis is a trusted expert in implementing IBM Engineering LifecycleManagement (ELM) solutions. A proven track record of addressing similar challenges in various industries. Results: A behemoth part of Jira software application now  successfully moved to the Atlassian Cloud and with  implementation of Atlassian Guard by the MicroGenesis, the Customer teams are now fully active with 2000+ users  using the Cloud products and its plugins seamlessly within the cloud environment.   The Atlassian cloud migration team at MicroGenesis  successfully completed the migration and third-party app  integrations within the anticipated time period without  affecting teams’ productivity and company operations The Global organization now has project management and collaboration tools that are more effective and secure to match their expanding business demands individually with respect to their teams on the On-premises and the Cloud Jira. 

Case Studies Advanced Autonomous Robotics for Defense R&D Download Case Study Delivering Mission-Ready Navigation in GPS-Denied Environments Field-Testing Reduction 0 % Deployment Acceleration 0 % Client Profile: Our client is a premier government research organization operating under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. Based in Bengaluru, this strategic R&D institution specializes in advanced robotics, autonomous systems, and underwater defense technologies. With a highly skilled workforce of 500+ scientists and engineers, it drives cutting-edge innovations for national security applications, including unmanned platforms, AI-enabled systems, and secure communication solutions. Problem Statement The client faced critical gaps in deploying autonomous systems for defense applications: Localization Failure: Inability to maintain accurate positioning indoors/outdoors without GPS signals, risking mission integrity. Sensor Fusion Complexity: Unreliable real-time integration of LiDAR, IMU, and stereo camera data, causing navigation drift. Software Capability Gap: Limited in-house expertise to develop scalable ROS2-based autonomy stacks for path planning and 3D mapping. Validation Bottlenecks: Absence of Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation (HILS) delayed algorithm testing, escalating field deployment risks. Accelerated Timelines: Stringent 12-month deadline to meet Ministry of Defence milestones amid resource constraints. Our Solution: MicroGenesis delivered a modular autonomous navigation stack with end-to-end capabilities: Core Technical Architecture ROS2 Foxy Navigation Stack: – Unified framework integrating real-time localization, 3D mapping, path planning, and mission control nodes. – Seamless sensor fusion for LiDAR, IMU, stereo camera, and GPS. Validation Infrastructure: Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation (HILS): Gazebo/ROS2 framework emulating underwater conditions, enabling 80% pre-deployment validation. Precision Localization Engine: – LiDAR-Inertial SLAM: Generated real-time 3D maps with <5 cm drift and 12-DOF altitude data. – EKF-Based Fusion: Combined IMU, GPS, and LiDAR inputs for continuous drift compensation in GPS-denied zones. Accelerated Timelines: Stringent 12-month deadline to meet Ministry of Defence milestones amid resource constraints. Development Approach Phase Activities Tools/Outputs Development Custom ROS2 nodes for SLAM, EKF, path planning C++, Python, Nav2 Stack Testing HILS validation of obstacle navigation Gazebo, RViz, Ubuntu 20.04 Deployment Docker packaging; on-premises integration Docker, GitLab CI/CD Knowledge Transfer SDD/ICD documentation; on-site training Technical manuals, simulation reports Business Impact: The solution delivered mission-ready autonomy within 12 months, achieving quantifiable outcomes: Performance Metrics KPI Result Operational Impact Operational Impact <5 cm drift in GPS-denied environments Reliable navigation in critical zones Testing Efficiency 80% validation via HILS pre-deployment 40% reduction in on-site testing time Deployment Speed Dockerized configuration 30% faster integration Project Timeline Compliance On-time delivery within 12 months Met MoD defense milestones Strategic Advantages Future-Ready Architecture: Modular design enables AI-based semantic mapping and swarm coordination upgrades. Client Autonomy: Comprehensive documentation/training empowered in-house team ownership Tactical Demonstration: Successfully validated autonomous multi-floor transitions with dynamic obstacle avoidance.

An integrated business services company, headquartered in
London, having offices in 17 countries throughout the UK, EMEA,
USA, and Asia.

Our client is an advanced R&D hub for electronics and mechatronics. They are a key
global automotive component manufacturer with over six decades of industry
presence.

Our client is a leading organization in the defence aviation sector, pushing the
boundaries of aeronautical innovation and aircraft development. With expertise
in designing and building aircraft, the organization has been at the forefront of
projects that strengthen the air defence capabilities.

Our client is a leading organization in the defence aviation sector, pushing the
boundaries of aeronautical innovation and aircraft development. With expertise
in designing and building aircraft,

Our client is a leading organization in the defence aviation sector, pushing the
boundaries of aeronautical innovation and aircraft development. With expertise
in designing and building aircraft, the organization has been at the forefront of
projects that strengthen the air defence capabilities.