What is TestAuto2 — Automotive Safety Solution?
TestAuto2 is an integrated automotive functional safety solution for Polarion ALM that combines Nextedy Risksheet and PowerSheet to support ISO 26262, ISO 14971, AIAG-VDA FMEA, and IATF 16949 compliance workflows. It provides preconfigured document templates, risksheet configurations, traceability models, and dashboards specifically designed for automotive safety engineering. See the Solution Overview for detailed architecture and capabilities.Do I need both Risksheet and PowerSheet licenses?
Yes, TestAuto2 requires both Nextedy Risksheet and PowerSheet licenses to access all features. Risksheet powers the HARA, FMEA, and control plan modules with risk assessment matrices and automated calculations. PowerSheet manages the requirements traceability matrix (RTM), verification coverage sheets, and multi-level relationship visualization. See Licensing FAQ for detailed license requirements and tier differences.Can I customize the ASIL calculation logic?
Yes, the ASIL calculation is defined in the HARA risksheet configuration using custom formulas. You can modify the severity-exposure-controllability matrix mappings by editing the risksheet JSON configuration file in.polarion/nextedy/sheet-configurations/. The default logic follows ISO 26262 Part 3 Table 4, but you can adapt it for company-specific safety policies. See Configure Custom Formulas for implementation details.
How do I migrate existing FMEA data from Excel spreadsheets?
TestAuto2 provides a structured import process for Excel-based FMEA data. First, map your Excel columns to Polarion work item fields (Failure Mode, Severity, Occurrence, Detection, etc.). Then use the Import FMEA from Excel guide to create work items via Polarion’s Excel import tool. After import, configure the risksheet to display the data in your preferred layout. The migration guide includes sample templates for DFMEA and PFMEA formats.What standards does TestAuto2 support?
TestAuto2 provides preconfigured workflows and document templates for multiple automotive safety standards. The solution natively supports ISO 26262 functional safety (ASIL classification, HARA, safety goals), ISO 14971 medical device risk management, AIAG-VDA FMEA methodology (Action Priority), IATF 16949/APQP (control plans, special characteristics), and ISO 21448 SOTIF. See the Standards Compliance Model for detailed methodology mappings.Can I use TestAuto2 for medical device development (ISO 14971)?
Yes, TestAuto2 includes ISO 14971 support with HAZID risk matrices, harm-hazard-risk traceability, and risk control effectiveness tracking. The data model includes Hazard, Harm, Risk Record, and Risk Control work item types with severity-probability-risk level calculations. While the solution is optimized for automotive workflows, the ISO 14971 components are fully functional. See ISO 14971 Risk Management for the risk management framework.How do I add new users to my TestAuto2 project?
Users must first have Polarion accounts with appropriate global roles. Then add them to your project via Project Administration → Users & Roles, assign project-specific permissions (Safety Engineer, Design Engineer, V&V Engineer roles), and ensure they have Risksheet/PowerSheet licenses if they need to edit risk documents or traceability sheets. See Manage User Permissions for role-based access control configuration.What’s the difference between Verification and Validation test cases?
In TestAuto2’s V-model implementation, Verification Test Cases confirm that design outputs meet input requirements (e.g., system requirements verify customer requirements), while Validation Test Cases confirm the final product meets user needs in the intended operating environment. Verification asks “Did we build it right?” and Validation asks “Did we build the right thing?” See Verification vs Validation for detailed methodology and traceability requirements.How do I generate the Safety Readiness Scorecard?
The Safety Readiness Scorecard is automatically generated from your project’s Home Dashboard using Velocity macros that query document statuses, traceability coverage, and verification evidence. Navigate to the Home page, locate the “Standards Compliance Overview” widget showing ISO 26262 coverage metrics, and click “Generate Scorecard” to export a PDF report. See Generate Safety Readiness Scorecard for customization options.Can I integrate TestAuto2 with external test management tools?
Yes, TestAuto2 supports linking to external test execution evidence through Polarion’s Hyperlink fields and attachment capabilities. You can reference test results from tools like Vector CANoe, dSPACE ControlDesk, or Jenkins CI/CD pipelines by adding evidence URLs to Verification Test Case work items. For deeper integration, use Polarion’s REST API or SOAP web services to synchronize test execution status. See Link to External Evidence for implementation patterns.Common Question Decision Matrix
| If you’re asking about… | See this FAQ section |
|---|---|
| Project setup, installation, licenses | General FAQ (this page) |
| ISO 26262, ISO 14971, AIAG-VDA compliance | Standards Compliance FAQ |
| HARA workflow, ASIL, safety goals | HARA FAQ |
| FMEA workflow, Action Priority, failure modes | FMEA FAQ |
| RTM, coverage gaps, link roles | Traceability FAQ |
| Risksheet/PowerSheet customization | Configuration FAQ |
| License tiers, user assignment | Licensing FAQ |
| Slow loading, large documents | Performance FAQ |
See also
- Solution Overview — Complete architecture and feature walkthrough
- Quick Start Checklist — New user onboarding steps
- Troubleshooting Index — Common issues and diagnostic procedures
- Risksheet General FAQ — Nextedy Risksheet product documentation