Tool qualification per ISO 26262-8 determining when development and verification tools require qualification based on Tool Confidence Level (TCL 1-3) derived from Tool Impact (TI), Tool Error Detection (TD), and ASIL. Covers qualification methods (increased confidence from use, evaluation of tool development, validation), tool classification, qualification evidence packages, and practical strategies for compilers, static analyzers, requirements management, and test automation tools.
Tool Confidence & Qualification
Determine tool confidence levels (TCL) and when qualification is needed. Build auditable arguments for your toolchain with targeted tests and controls.