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1. Introduction
The purpose of peer reviews is to remove defects from work products early and efficiently. Peer reviews also serve to provide a better understanding of work products and of the defects that can be prevented.
A peer review is a systematic examination of work products by the author's peers to identify defects and areas where changes are needed.
1.1 Goals
Goal 1 Peer review activities are planned.
Goal 2 Defects in work products are identified and removed.
1.2 Scope
The peer review process is applicable to any business unit requiring a process to review work products related to software or any other business.
1.3 Document Structure
This document is structured as follows;
Section 2 provides the reader with a general overview of the Peer Review Process.
Appendix A contains the bibliography.
Appendix B contains the procedure, checklists, and templates used in the Peer Review Process.
- Review Procedure
- Checklists
- Review Package Cover Sheet
- Facilitator Checklist
- Exit Criteria
- Templates:
- Meeting Notice
- Preparation Report
- Defect List
- Defect Summary
- Review Certification Report
