Life cycle validation, verification, and testing (VV&T) is extremely important for the success of a simulation study. This paper surveys current software VV&T techniques and current simulation model VV&T techniques and describes how they can all be applied throughout the life cycle of a simulation study. The processes and credibility assessment stages of the life cycle are described and the applicability of the VV&T techniques for each stage is stated.
In REF instead Balci states the importance of the VV&T (Validation Verification and Testing) techniques throughout the life cycle of a simulation study showing how they are categorized.
Validation, verification, and testing techniques throughout the life cycle of a simulation study