Through its unique Bootcamp training program, Planit is taking responsibility for recruiting software testing resources suitable for Optus and training them up over a two-year period. In turn, Optus provides a platform for on-the-job training, giving those staff highly specialised skills within the telecommunications industry.
Throughout the program, Planit will continue to provide theoretical training, which can quickly be turned in to practical skills through on-the-job training. Over time, these people become highly experienced software testers, with particular emphasis on the telecommunications sector.
While Planit is responsible for the initial selection of resources, Optus makes the final call on those suitable for the program. Though Optus admits nothing can prepare you for real life testing, it finds Planit’s training provides people with sufficient ability to successfully put into practice the theories learned. And, because everyone in the Optus team has already completed the Planit testing certification courses, there is a real understanding of the gaps and challenges that come with translating theory into good practice. This understanding has also prompted Optus to rotate Planit’s resources through different projects and phases of testing, giving people a good feel for the entire testing lifecycle.
Over time, Planit continues to build on the testing fundamentals through certification programs and training, so team members are constantly increasing their theoretical skills. At the end of the two-year program, both Optus and Planit will look at the leadership capabilities of recruits and, if equipped, the telco will promote staff as appropriate.