Department of Software Engineering and IT Security

The Software Lifecycle group creates processes and tools for the efficient development of high-quality software-intensive systems. Security of the software and the system as a whole are considered from the outset “by design.”

Moreover, we implement needs-based integration of agile, formal and (partially)-automated methods to ensure efficiency and enhanced quality of the entire software lifecycle.

The Digital Services & Apps group supports companies in the digitization of their production, products and services. Our activities include, for example, accompanying the design and realization process of services for the data-driven monitoring of processes, of apps for smart homes or of cloud platforms.

We research and develop methods and tools for the development of services and apps. In this regard, we focus on the security of services and apps, ensuring they can withstand internal and external attacks, as well as on user-friendly operating concepts.

The IoT Systems group researches methods and tools for the software engineering of connected technical systems, especially in the areas of mechanical and plant engineering, automation technology, automotive and smart homes.

Among other things, we combine model-based/-driven software engineering with agile procedures to realize reliable systems within short development timespans. We also assist in creating secure, sustainable system connectivity and conduct security analyses on concepts, as well as on marketable devices and systems.