Quality systems & corrective action · Core
Test plan
Also called: testing plan
ELI5
A document that explains what will be tested, how, when and by whom.
Used in conversation
“Attach the latest test plan to the decision pack before the meeting.”
Definition
A document describing what will be tested, how, when and by whom.
Here “Test plan” means: A document describing what will be tested, how, when and by whom.
Pitch context
You will see “Test plan” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches quality systems & corrective action.
Why it matters: In quality systems & corrective action, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.
Caution
Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.
Sources & evidence · 3
Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Productivity programmeDirect source · primary · checked 2026-08-16
- U.S. Acquisition.gov — Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 15 — Contracting by NegotiationSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-16
- UK Government — Groceries Supply Code of PracticeSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-16