Create The Test Plan – This effectively defines the strategy or plan of attack. This should clearly identify what needs to be verified and how these will be realised. As part of this, key targets need to be defined, the actual test plans, the criteria, the expected results etc. Execute the Test Plan – This is the actual systems verification as governed by the test plan. A step-by-step approach which will verify that the results expected are those defined in the test plan. Check the Results - Verify that the results are in line with those expected and that the progress follows the strategy taken. Take Action – This depends strictly on the results check. It may be that there are a number of issues that prevent further testing. For example a bug which proves to be fatal or that the testing strategy is not complete or stringent enough. Either way, it enables the plan to be reviewed and appropriately actioned.

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