Workflow Templates: Release Management Checklist

Define release scope and objectives

Identify and allocate resources

Create a detailed release schedule

Perform risk assessment and mitigation planning

Communicate release plan to stakeholders

Ensure all code changes are committed to version control

Conduct unit testing for all new features and bug fixes

Perform integration testing to check module interactions

Run user acceptance testing (UAT) with key stakeholders

Document test results and address any defects

Create deployment scripts and automation procedures

Backup current system and data before deployment

Deploy release to staging environment for final validation

Perform live deployment during scheduled maintenance window

Monitor system performance and user feedback post-deployment

Conduct a post-release review meeting

Gather and analyze feedback from end-users

Document lessons learned for future releases

Update system documentation and user guides

Prepare a report summarizing the release process and outcomes

Release Management Checklist