Verification and validation (V&V) are activities key to successful development. While verification focuses on ensuring the program is built according to the stated requirements, the verification process includes activities such as reviewing the code and doing walkthroughs and inspections. 

V&V is crucial when it comes to ensuring cost savings and a high-quality product. In the end, if the product doesn’t meet the original objectives, then time, money and effort are wasted. 

In this chapter, we’ll look at:  

• The differences between verification and validation  
• Leveraging RM software to streamline V&V activities 
• Best practices for V&V