The energy sector relies on software systems that must remain reliable, secure and continuously available. Any faults or inefficiencies in these systems can lead to interruptions in energy distribution, financial losses or risks to public safety. Because of this, the importance of auditing software used in the energy domain continues to grow. An effective audit helps organizations understand how well their software engineering practices support stability, performance and resilience. A methodological framework provides a structured way to evaluate software processes across the entire lifecycle. It allows auditors to examine requirements, architecture, implementation, testing and deployment activities in a consistent manner. This clarity is especially valuable in the energy sector where systems often integrate legacy components, real time monitoring tools and modern cloud-based solutions. A unified method helps reveal gaps that may remain hidden during routine development. Auditing also contributes to improving organizational maturity. When teams receive well documented findings, they can adjust development practices, strengthen quality assurance processes and align their work with international standards. These improvements help prevent defects, reduce technical debt and support long term system sustainability. For energy companies working in a rapidly changing technological environment, such feedback is essential for maintaining competitiveness. Finally, a methodological framework supports transparency and trust. Stakeholders including regulators, customers and partner organizations expect energy software systems to operate safely and predictably. Audits show that the organization is committed to quality and is actively monitoring risks and vulnerabilities. This strengthens confidence in the reliability of digital energy infrastructure and promotes responsible innovation.
The proposed study presents software developed to support a methodological framework for auditing software engineering practices in the energy sector [1]. The tool was designed to help organizations systematically evaluate the quality of their development processes. It automates data collection, structures audit procedures and simplifies the preparation of analytical reports. By integrating industry standards and best practices, the software assists both auditors and engineering teams in achieving a unified understanding of process maturity. The software includes modules for tracking requirements, architectural decisions and testing activities. These modules allow users to upload project documentation, verify its completeness and compare it with defined audit criteria. In the energy sector, where systems must meet strict reliability expectations, consistent documentation plays an essential role. The tool therefore highlights missing artifacts, inconsistencies and potential risks that may affect future system behaviour. Another important feature is the automated evaluation engine. It analysis project data and performs scoring based on selected models such as ISO/IEC 25010, ISO/IEC 12207 or CMMI-DEV. This allows organizations to quickly identify strengths and weaknesses in their software engineering practices. Using such automated assessments reduces the time needed for manual audits and helps maintain objectivity in the evaluation process. The tool also provides visual dashboards that display audit results, risk levels and compliance indicators. These dashboards help engineering teams and managers better understand where improvements are needed. For energy companies operating complex systems that combine IoT devices, SCADA components and cloud services, this visual overview helps prioritize corrective actions and allocate resources more effectively. The software supports continuous auditing. Instead of conducting audits once per year, organizations can monitor their development processes throughout the entire lifecycle. Regular checks make it easier to detect deviations early and prevent critical issues in energy systems. In this way, the developed software directly supports the methodological framework and helps ensure that energy sector applications remain secure, reliable and aligned with modern engineering standards.
Using AuditSoft in the educational process provides students with practical exposure to real software engineering audit workflows. Instead of learning abstract definitions of standards and quality models, students can interact directly with a tool that implements these principles. This makes it easier to understand how software requirements, documentation quality and development practices are evaluated in real industrial environments, especially in the energy sector where reliability and security are essential. The software also supports active learning by allowing students to upload their own projects for evaluation. They can see how their design decisions influence audit results and immediately understand which aspects need improvement. This feedback loop helps develop a deeper understanding of software lifecycle processes and encourages students to adopt better engineering practices from the beginning of their studies. Through visualization features, students quickly grasp complex relationships between processes, quality attributes and risks. Another benefit is the alignment of academic training with international standards such as ISO/IEC 25010 and ISO/IEC 12207. This prepares them for professional environments where compliance and process quality play a central role.
In conclusion, integrating AuditSoft into the educational process significantly strengthens the practical orientation of software engineering courses. It allows students to connect theoretical knowledge with real audit procedures, supports active learning, and builds familiarity with international standards. As a result, graduates gain valuable competencies that improve their readiness for professional work in the energy software domain and other safety-critical industries.
References:
1. Liutak, I. 2025. AuditSoft (v1.0): A methodological auditing tool for software engineering practices in the energy sector. Retrieved from https://audit-9f24b.web.app/page/home.
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