Test Summary Report
Test Summary Report
A Test Summary Report is a high-level document that provides a comprehensive overview of the testing activities and results of a software project. It is usually prepared at the end of the testing phase and shared with stakeholders such as project managers, developers, clients, and quality assurance teams.
Purpose of a Test Summary Report
- To summarize the overall test results
- To evaluate the quality of the product
- To help stakeholders make informed decisions about software release or further improvements
- To record test efforts for future reference or audits
Contents of a Test Summary Report
- Test Summary: Overview of what was tested, including test objectives and scope
- Test Environment: Details about hardware, software, tools used
- Test Activities: Types of testing performed (e.g., functional, regression, performance)
- Test Coverage: Features or modules tested, with traceability to requirements
- Test Results: Number of test cases passed, failed, blocked, or not executed
- Defect Summary: Total defects found, defect severity, status (open/closed)
- Risks and Issues: Any unresolved problems, limitations, or challenges
- Conclusion: Final assessment of the product’s quality and readiness
- Recommendations: Suggestions for improvement or actions before release
The Test Summary Report is often created by the Test Lead or QA Manager and plays a crucial role in the final Go/No-Go decision for product release.
Sample Report
Test Summary Report
Project Information
Project Name: XYZ Application
Release Version: 1.0
Testing Type: System Testing
Test Manager: John Doe
Report Date: June 30, 2025
Objectives
The main objective of this testing cycle was to verify the functionality, performance, and stability of the XYZ application prior to its release.
Test Scope
- In Scope: Login Module, Dashboard, Report Generation
- Out of Scope: Mobile App, Legacy System Integration
Test Summary
- Total Test Cases Executed: 120
- Passed: 110
- Failed: 8
- Blocked: 2
Defect Summary
| Severity | Count | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Critical | 2 | Resolved |
| High | 3 | Open |
| Medium | 5 | Resolved |
| Low | 4 | Closed |
Test Environment
OS: Windows 10
Browser: Chrome 125, Firefox 115
Database: MySQL 8.0
Server: Apache Tomcat 10
Risks and Issues
- 3 high-severity defects are still open and need resolution.
- Some test cases were blocked due to missing third-party APIs.
Conclusion
Based on the test results, the application is Ready for Release with Minor Fixes. Remaining defects are not blocking major functionalities but should be addressed in the next sprint.
Sign-Off
Test Manager: ____________________
QA Lead: ____________________
Date: ____________________
