testomvang

Testomvang, or test scope, refers to the set of items that will be tested during a software testing effort. It covers features, functions, data, configurations, interfaces, and quality attributes that are included in the current release or iteration.

The scope defines boundaries and serves as a basis for planning, risk assessment, resource allocation, and acceptance criteria. Clearly established testomvang helps stakeholders agree on what will be tested and what will not, reducing the risk of scope creep.

Typical components include in-scope items such as core user journeys, critical workflows, data migrations, and integration points; while out-of-scope items include non-critical features, deprecated interfaces, internal tooling, or functionality postponed to a later release. Assumptions and constraints also appear in the scope documentation.

Documentation is usually captured in a Test Scope Statement as part of the test plan. It records in-scope and out-of-scope items, assumptions, constraints, and acceptance criteria, and is updated when requirements change or risks shift.

Determination of testomvang relies on requirements, risk analysis, and stakeholder input. A risk-based approach helps prioritize testing activities and ensures critical areas receive appropriate attention. Changes to scope typically require a formal change process and impact assessment.

Example: in an e-commerce web application, the testomvang might cover user authentication, product search, shopping cart, checkout, and payment integration, while excluding back-office inventory management and marketing analytics in the initial release.