Chapter 5 – Test Management
ISO/IEC 12207 – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
An international standard that establishes a common framework for software life-cycle processes.
In simple words
The umbrella standard describing all software life-cycle processes.
Exam tip
Testing is one of the supporting processes under 12207.
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