Defect Repair Glossary Definition

Term Defect Repair
Definition

Defect Repair is the work performed to correct a defect so the affected deliverable can meet requirements or acceptance standards.

Context & Usage

It differs from corrective action, which addresses causes of broader performance problems.

Quality leads, reviewers, and project teams use this concept when defining acceptance expectations, evaluating deliverables, and improving project processes.

Related concepts include Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Defect, Inspection, Root Cause Analysis and Continuous Improvement.

Categories Software Development and Programming, Cybersecurity, Compliance, and Access Management