Pre-development Approval
Defines when engineering work requires formal approval before implementation begins, and how that approval is requested, reviewed, and maintained.
Overview
Pre-development approval ensures engineering effort begins with validated requirements, agreed scope, and technical feasibility. QA formally confirms all prerequisites are met before development starts. It reduces rework, aligns stakeholders, and prevents development from diverging from business objectives.
Why This Exists
Projects often fail before a single line of code is written, because assumptions go unchallenged. A structured approval process creates shared understanding of scope, risks, dependencies, and implementation strategy before engineering resources are committed. It is not bureaucracy — it is risk management: a short delay to get things right prevents a far larger one later.
When Approval Is Required
What We've Learned
Approval Workflow
Approval Timelines
Common Reasons Approval Is Blocked
Responsibility Matrix
If Prerequisites Aren't Met
Fast-Track Requests
Changes After Approval
Real-World Examples
How to Request
Decision Authority & Escalation
Where This Fits in the QA Process
FAQ
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Related Documents· 3
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Version History
- v0.1.0
Initial structure and metadata established.