Testplaani

Testplaani is a structured document and process used in software testing to define the scope, objectives, resources, schedule, and acceptance criteria for testing activities during a software development project. The term is used in Finnish-language contexts and derives from the words for test and plan.

A typical testplaani outlines: purpose and scope; items to be tested; testing approach (manual, automated, or mixed); test environments; test data requirements; roles and responsibilities; schedule and milestones; risk analysis; entry and exit criteria; deliverables and reports; traceability to requirements and user stories.

In practice, testplaani supports planning in both traditional and agile contexts. In regulated industries, it may be subject to formal approvals and traceability. In agile teams, the document is often lightweight and treated as a living artifact updated as requirements change.

Best practices include linking the plan to requirements and test cases, prioritizing tests by risk, maintaining version control, and ensuring visibility to stakeholders. The document should be maintainable, concise, and aligned with the project timeline.

Related topics include test plan, software testing, quality assurance, test strategy, and acceptance criteria.