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8 - PROJECT QUALITY MANAGEMENT

8.3.1 Control Quality: Inputs

The inputs for controlling quality in Section 8.3.1 of the PMBOK Guide are applicable inputs for controlling quality
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for software projects. As described in the PMBOK Guide, inputs to software quality control include management
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plans and checklists. Another significant input is the measurement plan for the prioritized quality attributes as
defined in the release criteria. Project records, especially testing and configuration management records, are
essential inputs and are typically maintained in controlled repositories.

8.3.1.1 Project Management Plan

See Section 8.3.1.1 of the PMBOK Guide.
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8.3.1.2 Quality Metrics

See Section 8.3.1.2 of the PMBOK Guide.
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8.3.1.3 Quality Checklists

See Section 8.3.1.3 of the PMBOK Guide.
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8.3.1.4 Work Performance Data

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See Section 8.3.1.4 of the PMBOK Guide.

8.3.1.5 Approved Change Requests

See Section 8.3.1.5 of the PMBOK Guide.
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8.3.1.6 Deliverables

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See Section 8.3.1.6 of the PMBOK Guide.

8.3.1.7 Project Documents

See Section 8.3.1.7 of the PMBOK Guide.
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8.3.1.8 Organizational Process Assets

See Section 8.3.1.8 of the PMBOK Guide.
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