Software Verification & Validation Processes Verification process
The purpose of the Verification process is to confirm that each software work product and/or service of a process or project properly reflects the specified requirements. As a result of successful implementation of the process: A verification strategy will be developed and implemented The criteria for verification of all required software work products will be identified Required verification activities will be performed Identified defects will be found and removed from software work products Results of the verification activities will be made available to the customer and other involved organizations.
Validation process
The purpose of the Validation process is to confirm that the requirements for a specific intended use of the software work product are fulfilled. As a result of successful implementation of the process: . A validation strategy will be developed and implemented Criteria for validation of all required work products will be identified Required validation activities will be performed All identified problems will be resolved Evidence will be provided that the software work products as developed are suitable for their intended use Results of the validation activities will be made available to the customer and other involved organizations