Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V)

Required For Very High Risk, Complex Projects

• Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) is the evaluation of project deliverables by an independent third party outside the development organization, to confirm they meet specified requirements (verification), and meet the needs of the intended target audience (validation).
• IV&V services are required for all very high risk, complex, information technology projects.
• IV&V services should be considered for medium risk information technology projects.
• The development organization is responsible for all costs associated with IV&V service and should be included in the project budget.
• Refer to the Quality Management plan for more information.