As software-defined products become more widespread and the use of AI continues to advance, it is increasingly important to perform software verification and validation (V&V) earlier and more efficiently.

This presentation introduces a virtual V&V approach that leverages software-in-the-loop (SIL) and Virtual ECUs to integrate and validate software before physical hardware becomes available. It also explains how test automation, AI, and collaboration across the development ecosystem can help shorten development cycles and improve software quality.