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Documentation methods

Documenting prototype testing helps teams track what works and what needs improvement. Good documentation captures both successes and problems, creating a clear record for making decisions.

Documentation methods include:

  • Observation sheets: noting how people use prototypes
  • Testing logs: tracking when and what was tested
  • Photo evidence: showing how people interact with services
  • Session notes: recording key quotes and reactions
  • Issue tracking: listing problems that need solving
  • Success metrics: measuring what works well
  • Action items: noting changes needed
  • Pattern logs: highlighting repeated feedback

Documentation helps teams make evidence-based improvements rather than relying on memory or assumptions. It also helps explain testing results to stakeholders and justify changes.

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