Launch Checklist
Utilizing a comprehensive software launch checklist ensures a seamless and successful product launch. It helps teams stay organized, prioritize critical tasks, and maintain clear communication across departments. By following this detailed guide, companies can mitigate risks, enhance user satisfaction, and achieve their launch goals effectively.
Available Patterns:
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Must Have
Backup & Disaster Recovery
30-45 days
Establishing strategies and procedures to regularly back up data and systems and to recover them quickly in case of a disaster or failure. This ensures that data integrity and service continuity are maintained even in adverse situations.
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DevOps, IT
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DevOps
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Security, Engineering
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Executive Team, Product Management, Customer Support, QA, Operations
Must Have
Server & Network Configuration
45-60 days
Setting up and configuring the necessary servers, databases, and network infrastructure to support the product in a production environment. This involves ensuring all components are properly connected, secure, and optimized for performance.
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DevOps, IT
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DevOps
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Engineering, Security
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Executive Team, Customer Support, Product Management, QA, Operations
Must Have
Test Reporting
15-30 days
Compiling detailed reports and documentation that summarize the results of all testing activities. This includes capturing test outcomes, identified issues, and overall product quality assessments to inform stakeholders and guide future development.
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QA
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QA
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Product Management, Engineering
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Executive Team, Customer Support, Operations, Marketing
Must Have
Scalability & Reliability
60-90 days
Implementing measures to ensure the product can handle increasing user loads and maintain consistent performance and uptime. This includes designing the system to scale efficiently and building redundancy to prevent and mitigate failures.
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DevOps, Engineering
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DevOps
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Product Management, IT
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Executive Team, Operations, QA, Customer Support
Must Have
Production Setup
30-45 days
Establishing the necessary hardware, software, and network resources required to deploy the product in a live environment. This involves configuring servers, databases, security measures, and other critical infrastructure components.
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DevOps, IT
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DevOps
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Engineering, Security
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Engineering, Customer Support, Product Management, QA, Operations
Must Have
User Acceptance Testing
30-60 days
Validating the product’s functionality and performance from the end user's perspective to ensure it meets their needs and expectations. This involves testing the product in real-world scenarios with actual users.
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Product Management, QA
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Product Management
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UI/UX Design, Engineering
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Executive Team, Customer Support, Operations, Marketing