Chapter 5 – Managing the Test Activities
Project Risk – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A risk related to management and control of the (test) project.
In simple words
Things that could derail the project itself — late environments, sick team members, unclear scope.
Exam tip
Project risk is managed by the test manager; product risk is the whole team’s concern.
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