Ability to Perform

GP 2.2 Plan the Process

Establish and maintain the plan for performing the verification process.

Elaboration

Typically, this plan for performing the verification process is included in (or referenced by) the project plan, which is described in the Project Planning process area.

GP 2.3 Provide Resources

Provide adequate resources for performing the verification process, developing the work products, and providing the services of the process.

Elaboration

Special facilities may be required for verifying selected work products. When necessary, the facilities required for the activities in the Verification process area are developed or purchased.

Certain verification methods may require special tools, equipment, facilities, and training (e.g., peer reviews may require meeting rooms and trained moderators; certain verification tests may require special test equipment and people skilled in the use of the equipment).

Examples of other resources provided include the following tools:

• Test management tools

• Test-case generators

• Test-coverage analyzers

• Simulators

GP 2.4 Assign Responsibility

Assign responsibility and authority for performing the process, developing the work products, and providing the services of the verification process.

GP 2.5 Train People

Train the people performing or supporting the verification process as needed.

Elaboration

Examples of training topics include the following:

• Application domain

• Verification principles, standards, and methods (e.g., analysis, demonstration, inspection, test)

• Verification tools and facilities

• Peer review preparation and procedures

• Meeting facilitation