Testing and Verifying the Deployment Process

Applies To: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, Windows Server 2003 with SP2

In any Active Directory deployment, you can minimize the impact on normal business operations by testing design assumptions and verifying the deployment process in a pilot program. As you create the first draft of your Active Directory design, begin to test and verify. Testing and verifying begin during the design phase and continues through the deployment and operations phase.

Figure 1.8 shows the process for testing and verifying your Active Directory design and deployment.

Figure 1.8   Testing and Verifying the Active Directory Design and Deployment