Where is system testing covered in CMMI for Development?
Examples of system testing are provided in SP 1.1 of the Verification process area and SP 1.1 of the Validation process area. However, system testing is not a term used in CMMI, since the terms “system” and “testing” can be interpreted in many ways. The term “system” was not used in CMMI because of its multiple interpretations across disciplines. Instead of “system,” the term “product” and “product component” were used for consistency and clarity. The terms “verification” or “validation” were used instead of “testing” since (1) testing can be either part of verification or validation, and (2) testing is only one method used for verification or validation. So, to find information on system testing, look instead for “product verification,” “product validation,” “product component verification,” or “product component validation.
