How analysis and reporting after data collection?

There are a few steps for analysis and reporting.

• Periodically review the actual results
• Apply quantitative and statistical techniques
• Determine and document actions needed to address the deficiencies
• The results of data analysis are reviewed with affected groups & individuals

• Project Summary
• Analysis Reports

What are the activities that are suggesting measurement principles?

Activities are

• Formulation
• Collection
• Analysis
• Interpretation
• Feedback

Principles for Formulation

• The objectives of measurement should be established before data collection begins.
• Each technical metric should be defined in an unambiguous manner.
• Metrics should be derived based on a theory that is valid for the domain of application.
• Metrics should be tailored to best accommodate specific products and processes.

Principles for Collection and Analysis

• Whenever possible, data collection and analysis should be automated.
• Valid statistical techniques should be applied to establish relationships between internal product attributes and external quality characteristics.
• Interpretative guidelines and recommendations should be established for each metric.

What are the basic needs of a test environment?

These are the basic entities for test environment

• Hardware
• software
• Interfaces
• data

What are environmental needs in a test plan?

Environmental needs

Environmental needs include hardware, software, data, interfaces and other requirements that pertain to the testing effort.