Checklist Analysis

A method that uses a predefined list to methodically review documents, processes, or deliverables to confirm they are complete and accurate.

Key Points

  • Relies on a prepared checklist to ensure no required item is overlooked.
  • Verifies both completeness and correctness of work products and activities.
  • Commonly applied in quality control, scope validation, risk identification, and inspections.
  • Produces documented findings, confirmations, and follow-up actions for gaps.

Example

Before go-live, a project team uses a release checklist to confirm test results, approvals, security scans, rollback plan, and stakeholder notifications are all in place. Any missing item triggers a corrective action before deployment.

PMP Example Question

During a deliverable review, the project manager wants a structured way to ensure no acceptance criterion is missed and to confirm accuracy. Which technique should be used?

  1. Benchmarking
  2. Checklist analysis
  3. Root cause analysis
  4. Scatter diagram

Correct Answer: B — Checklist analysis

Explanation: Checklist analysis uses a predefined list to systematically verify completeness and correctness, reducing the chance of overlooking required items.

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