UAT Exit Criteria Document Template

Criteria Category Description Status Comments/Notes Action Required
1. Functional Criteria        
Defect Resolution All critical and high-priority defects identified during UAT must be resolved. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
Functionality Confirmation The system must perform all functionalities as specified in the requirements document. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
User Stories Testing All user stories or use cases must be tested and meet their acceptance criteria. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
2. Performance Criteria        
Benchmark Compliance The system must meet performance benchmarks as outlined in the performance requirements. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
Performance Issues No performance issues, such as slow response times or system crashes, should be observed during testing. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
3. Usability Criteria        
User Feedback The system must be user-friendly, with feedback from testers indicating satisfaction with the user interface and experience. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
Documentation and Training User documentation and training materials must be complete and reviewed by stakeholders. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
4. Security Criteria        
Security Testing Security tests must be completed, with no critical security vulnerabilities identified. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
Compliance with Policies The system must comply with relevant security policies and regulations. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
5. Compliance Criteria        
Regulatory Requirements The system must meet all regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to the project. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
Compliance Documentation All necessary compliance documentation must be reviewed and approved. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
6. Documentation Criteria        
Testing Documentation All testing documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test results, must be complete and accurately reflect the testing performed. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
User Manuals and Guides Required user manuals, help files, and training guides must be complete and approved. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
7. Approval Criteria        
Stakeholder Approval Formal approval must be received from key stakeholders, including business users and project sponsors. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
Sign-Off A sign-off must be obtained from the UAT manager or testing lead. [ ] Completed
[ ] Not Completed		    
Exceptions        
Criteria Not Met List any criteria that are not met and describe the plan for addressing these issues.      
Additional Notes Include any additional information relevant to the exit criteria or UAT process.      
Sign-Off        
UAT Manager Name: [Name] Signature: [Signature] Date: [Date]  
Business Analyst Name: [Name] Signature: [Signature] Date: [Date]  
Project Sponsor Name: [Name] Signature: [Signature] Date: [Date]  

 

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