Capability validation

Definition
Capability validation is

"[t]he technical verification of the ability of a proposed system configuration, replacement component, or the features or functions of its [[software, to satisfy functional requirements. The intent is to ensure that the proposed resources can provide the required functions. Performance requirements are not implied or measured in the validation. |undefined"

Overview
"Examples of capability validation include:


 * a. operational capability demonstrations of the functions of the hardware, operating system, or support software;
 * b. verification of conformance with information processing standards,
 * c. expert examination of the technical literature supplied with the offer;
 * d. contacts with other users of the proposed information processing resource; and
 * e. vendor certification of conformance with the functional requirements."