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How can software QA processes be implemented without stifling productivity?

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How can software QA processes be implemented without stifling productivity?

When you implement software QA processes without stifling productivity, you want to implement yhem slowly over time. You want to use consensus to reach agreement on processes, and adjust, and experiment, as an organization grows and matures.
Productivity will be improved instead of stifled. Problem prevention will lessen the need for problem detection. Panics and burnout will decrease, and there will be improved focus, and less wasted effort.
At the same time, attempts should be made to keep processes simple and efficient, minimize paperwork, promote computer-based processes and automated tracking and reporting, minimize time required in meetings and promote training as part of the QA process.
However, no one, especially not the talented technical types like bureaucracy, and in the short run things may slow down a bit. A typical scenario would be that more days of planning and development will be needed, but less time will be required for late-night bug fixing and calming of irate customers.

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