IBM ELM
Engineering Test Management
Engineering Test Management is a flexible and scalable solution for planning, executing, and tracking tests across industries such as Medical Devices, Defense, Energy, Finance, and Manufacturing. It ensures full traceability to requirements and defects.
IBM Engineering Test Management Overview
IBM Engineering Test Management (ETM) is a collaborative, web-based test management tool that supports the entire testing lifecycle. It helps teams plan, design, execute, and track tests while ensuring traceability and quality control. Key features include:
1. Test Planning & Traceability
- Create and manage test plans, schedules, and milestones.
- Link test cases to requirements for full traceability.
2. Test Design & Execution
- Design reusable manual and automated test cases.
- Track execution results, defects, and status in real time.
3. Integration & Automation
- Seamless integration with IBM ELM tools (e.g., DOORS Next, EWM).
- Supports test automation tools like Selenium, JUnit, and Rational Functional Tester.
- REST APIs and OSLC for connecting with third-party tools.
4. Collaboration & Reporting
- Role-based workflows and shared test artifacts.
- Custom dashboards, real-time metrics, and advanced reporting via JRS or RPE.
5. Configuration & Quality Management
- Manage multiple versions and baselines of test artifacts.
- Global configuration management for complex systems.
- Integrated defect tracking and quality metrics.
Training in Engineering Test Management
We offer comprehensive training in IBM Engineering Test Management (ETM), covering everything from foundational concepts for beginners to advanced test planning, execution, and administration. Our courses are designed to support testers, quality managers, and engineers at all experience levels, helping teams build strong test practices within the IBM ELM environment.
Whether you're just getting started or aiming to enhance your skills in test management and analysis, our training programs equip you with practical knowledge to confidently manage the entire test lifecycle using ETM.
Interested in ETM training for your team? Contact us to discuss your goals, explore course options, or arrange a customized training session.


Customized Widgets for IBM ETM
Celeris develops custom widgets that enhance the power and usability of IBM Engineering Test Management (ETM). Designed to streamline test planning, execution, and tracking, our widgets help teams work more efficiently by simplifying complex workflows, automating repetitive tasks, and improving collaboration across testing and development teams.
With tailored interfaces, intuitive visualizations, and enhanced reporting capabilities, our solutions adapt ETM to fit your unique test processes. The result is a more agile, user-friendly environment that supports smarter decision-making and greater visibility across the test lifecycle.
Achieve more with Celeris custom widgets - purpose-built to extend and optimize your ETM experience.
Learn more about IBM Engineering Test Management
For detailed information about features, capabilities, and product updates, visit IBM’s official Engineering Test Management (ETM) page below.

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