Chapter 5 – Managing the Test Activities
Analytical Test Strategy – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A test strategy whereby the test team analyzes the test basis to identify the test conditions to cover.
In simple words
Base your testing on a formal analysis of requirements, risks or the code — the most common test strategy.
Exam tip
Risk-based testing is the classic example of an analytical strategy.
Related terms
- Test StrategyThe organisation-wide ‘how we test’ document — reused across projects — that project test plans reference.
- Risk-Based TestingYou test the risky stuff first and hardest. Low-risk areas get lighter coverage.
- Test AnalysisReading requirements, user stories or code and figuring out ‘what should we test?’.
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