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Technical document

Design Specification (DS)

A document describing the technical design used to implement the functions defined in the Functional Specification.

Related domain: ValidationConcept ID: concept-design-specification

Definition

A document describing the technical design used to implement the functions defined in the Functional Specification.

Human Explanation

It shows how the system will be built.

Why it Matters

It maintains alignment between intended functions and their technical implementation.

Conceptual Boundary

DS describes the technical solution, not the original user need.

Practical Perspective

It supports implementation, technical Verification, configuration and impact assessment of later changes.

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