Zarządzanie jakością i niezawodnością oprogramowania w systemach związanych z bezpieczeństwem

This article is concerned with the methods of ensuring the required quality and reliability of software in safetyrelated systems. The basic types of software reliability models and their specific properties are presented. The principles of managing the process of software development, based on the "Model V" life cycle, with particular emphasis on the role of inspection and testing processes are discussed. Also the methodology of quality management and reliability of the software recommended by the PN-EN 61508-3 are outlined. At the end the concept of application to support the process of assessing the quality and integrity of the safety-related software is described.