This guide outlines recommended practices and common use cases to help teams execute tests efficiently, record accurate results, and maintain high-quality execution data.
Clear Naming
Use descriptive names that clearly indicate the purpose of the test run
Examples: “Sprint 12 – Regression”, “Login Feature – Smoke Tests”
Define Scope Early
Clearly define what the test run covers and what it does not.
Choose the Right Test Cases
Select test cases relevant to the goal of the test run.
Document Purpose
Use the test run description to explain:
Ensure Coverage
Include all test cases needed to validate the scope.
Use Test Suites
Reuse test suites to keep test case selection consistent and maintainable.
Include Requirement-Based Tests
Add test cases linked to requirements to maintain traceability.
Manual Additions When Needed
Manually include specific or edge-case test cases when required.
Execute Regularly
Run test cases consistently instead of delaying execution.
Keep Status Accurate
Update test case statuses as execution progresses.
Record Step-Level Notes
Capture observations, failures, and deviations at the step level.
Attach Evidence
Add screenshots, logs, or files directly to execution steps—especially for failures or blockers.
Distribute Work Evenly
Assign test cases to balance workload across the team.
Clear Ownership
Ensure each test case has a responsible executor.
Reassign When Needed
Adjust assignments as priorities or availability change.
Execution Transparency
Assignments help teams understand who is working on what at any moment.
Vague Test Run Names
Makes it hard to understand intent later.
Incomplete Execution
Leaving test cases unexecuted reduces confidence.
Missing Step Notes
Failed tests without context slow down debugging.
Poor Assignment
Unassigned test cases often get ignored.
No Review Before Completion
Always review execution results before marking work as done.