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Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM)

A Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) is a document that links project requirements to their related design, development, testing, and implementation activities in SRS.

The purpose of an RTM is to provide a clear and concise way to track each requirement throughout the project lifecycle.

An RTM typically includes a table that lists each requirement and its associated design, development, testing, and implementation activities. 

It also provides traceability links that connect each requirement to the corresponding project artifacts, such as design documents, code modules, test cases, and user manuals.

It also facilitates communication and collaboration among project stakeholders, by providing a common reference point for discussing and resolving issues related to project requirements.

Types RTM:

1. Forward Traceability Matrix: A forward RTM traces the relationship between the requirements and the project deliverables, such as design documents, code modules, test cases, etc. It shows how each requirement is fulfilled by the associated design, development, testing, and implementation activities.
2. Backward Traceability Matrix: A backward RTM traces the relationship between the project deliverables and the requirements. It shows which requirements are addressed by each design, development, testing, and implementation activity.

Benefits of using RTM:

• Improved Requirement Traceability: An RTM provides a clear and concise way to trace each requirement throughout the project lifecycle, from its initial definition to its final implementation.

• Better Project Planning and Control: By linking each requirement to its associated activities, an RTM helps project teams to plan and monitor their work more effectively.

• Enhanced Communication and Collaboration: An RTM serves as a common reference point for all project stakeholders, including customers, users, developers, testers, and project managers

• Improved Quality and Reliability: By tracking the fulfillment of each requirement, an RTM helps to ensure that the project deliverables meet the customer's expectations and requirements.

• Compliance and Auditability: An RTM provides a documented and auditable record of the project requirements and their fulfillment. This is important for regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and risk management purposes.

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