qualityspecifically

Qualityspecifically is a coined term used in quality management discussions to describe an approach that emphasizes defining quality criteria precisely for each requirement, rather than relying on vague or generic statements. The term blends quality with specificity to signal that attributes should be stated in measurable, testable terms rather than broad ideals.

In practice, qualityspecifically is applied during requirements engineering, product development, and software quality assurance. Its aim is to create criteria that are explicit, verifiable, and traceable from original stakeholder needs to test cases and validation activities. By focusing on concrete quality attributes—such as performance, reliability, usability, and security—and attaching quantitative thresholds, teams can assess whether a feature meets its intended standards and confirm acceptance criteria through testing.

Key characteristics associated with this approach include explicit articulation of each quality attribute, measurable targets, alignment with stakeholder expectations, and clear traceability from each requirement to corresponding tests. Benefits commonly cited include reduced ambiguity, improved testability, easier validation, and enhanced communication among developers, testers, and customers.

However, qualityspecifically is not an established, standardized term in major glossaries, and its usage may vary. Critics note the risk of over-framing or confusion if the concepts are not clearly defined within a project’s guidelines. It is closely related to established ideas such as non-functional requirements, quality attributes, acceptance criteria, and specification by example, and is often implemented alongside SMART criteria to ensure assessable outcomes. An example would be specifying login latency and error-logging requirements with concrete thresholds for verification.