CityFibre invests in automated network testing

CityFibre has fully automated its network infrastructure platform test environment. The company describes this as ”a dedicated facility where all new products, network technology changes and software upgrades are rigorously tested prior to implementation across [our] nationwide network.”

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The test infrastructure is provided by Red Helix, with IGXGlobal UK involved in the ‘bespoke automation framework.’ According to the company, the test infrastructure environment is controlled using Quali CloudShell test automation software.

Discussing the innovation, a spokesperson for the company said: “[It] enables testing to be carried out up to 100 times faster, while increasing test capacity by 300 per cent.

“With tests previously taking 15 minutes now taking under ten seconds, and the ability to run tests outside core working hours, CityFibre’s engineers have more time to address issues raised during the tests themselves. The automation solution also enables rapid analysis and interrogation of test data.”

CityFibre CTO, David Tomalin, said: “Rigorous testing is key to ensuring that new products and network technology upgrades can get to market faster. The new infrastructure and processes we have put in place have transformed our capabilities, driving greater speed, volume, accuracy and efficiency. This will deliver even better outcomes for our wholesale partners and the homes and businesses they serve.”