Topic: Importance of Test Plans/Test Protocol

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   Test plans, also called test protocol, are formal
documents that typically outline requirements, activities, resources,
documentation and schedules to be completed. Some form of test plan
should be developed prior to any test.   

The key reasons for developing test plans are:  

    * Preparation: To assure that all reasonable aspects of running a test have been considered.

    * Communication and Training: To train those who need to assist with the test.

    * Effectiveness: To provide a mechanism for
outlining test needs, limitations (listing assumptions), and
justification for purposes of setting expectations, acquiring
resources, investigating unexpected results, assuring normalcy and
effectiveness.

    * Legal and Regulatory Prudence: To enable
replication and protection of discoveries made, to mitigate potential
litigation costs from use of those discoveries, and to help provide
evidence to show regulatory bodies of efficacy.

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Ishi Newbie Joined: 03May2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 1	Topic: Importance of Test Plans/Test Protocol Posted: 03May2007 at 4:19am
	Test plans, also called test protocol, are formal documents that typically outline requirements, activities, resources, documentation and schedules to be completed. Some form of test plan should be developed prior to any test. The key reasons for developing test plans are: * Preparation: To assure that all reasonable aspects of running a test have been considered. * Communication and Training: To train those who need to assist with the test. * Effectiveness: To provide a mechanism for outlining test needs, limitations (listing assumptions), and justification for purposes of setting expectations, acquiring resources, investigating unexpected results, assuring normalcy and effectiveness. * Legal and Regulatory Prudence: To enable replication and protection of discoveries made, to mitigate potential litigation costs from use of those discoveries, and to help provide evidence to show regulatory bodies of efficacy. Post Resume: Click here to Upload your Resume & Apply for Jobs

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