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# STEP 5: Set timeline

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Typically, this step is done by QA Manager/Architect or Engineering Manager.
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Setting a **4-6 month timeline** for your quality improvement journey ensures you have the **time and space for meaningful progress**. Think of it as a marathon, not a sprint, where steady steps lead to lasting impact.

### **Checkpoint Power-Ups**

* **Embed regular milestones:** Break down your journey with **predefined checkpoints at consistent intervals**.
* **Monitor and adjust:** Use these checkpoints to **gauge your progress** and **make adjustments** if needed.
* **Informed decisions:** Regularly reviewing your progress empowers you to **make data-driven adjustments** to your strategies and testing approach.

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### **Tips**

* **Milestones fuel motivation:** Celebrate progress at each checkpoint to keep your team engaged and energized.
* **Flexibility matters:** The timeline is a guide, not a rigid rule. Adapt it based on your progress and learnings.
* **Continuous improvement is key:** Embrace the checkpoints as opportunities to refine and optimize your quality journey.


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