Best Practices for Verification, Validation, and Test in Model-Based Design

Model-Based Design is no longer limited to R&D and pilot programs; it is frequently used for production programs at automotive companies around the world. The demands of production programs drive an even greater need for tools and practices that enable automation and rigor in the area of verification, validation, and test. Without these tools and practices, achieving the quality demanded by the automotive market is not possible. This paper presents best practices in verification, validation, and test that are applicable to any program, but are critical when applying Model-Based Design in production programs.