Clearedpassed

Clearedpassed is a term used in process management to describe a status assigned to an item that has both cleared all required clearances and passed the requisite evaluations. In practice, it signals that an item is authorized to move to the next stage of a workflow.

Etymology and usage forms

The term is a portmanteau of cleared and passed. It is sometimes written as cleared-passed or used as two words (cleared passed) in informal notes within an organization. The exact definition and labeling conventions can vary by industry or company, but the core idea remains the same: the item has met the necessary clearance criteria and has successfully passed evaluation standards.

Contexts and examples

In software development and IT, a build or ticket labeled clearedpassed indicates that it has cleared security or compliance gates and has passed all automated and manual tests, allowing deployment or progression. In manufacturing or quality assurance, a batch may be deemed clearedpassed once it has passed QA inspections and met regulatory requirements. In human resources or compliance screening, a candidate or document might be described as clearedpassed after successful background checks and interviews, enabling further steps in hiring or onboarding.

Alternatives and related terms

Related concepts include cleared, passed, ready for release, and ready for approval. Some organizations prefer separate status labels, such as “cleared” for clearance and “passed” for test results, or use a combined label like ready to proceed.

Notes

As a workflow label, clearedpassed reflects process-defined criteria. It does not guarantee future performance or outcomes, and its meaning should be documented in internal procedures to ensure consistent interpretation.

See also: quality assurance, compliance gate, workflow management, continuous integration.