BAT (Build Acceptance Testing), also known as BVT (Build Verification Testing), is a type of software testing intended to ensure the most important functions are working properly when new code is implemented. Based on the results of this testing, a software build can be considered stable enough to continue for further testing. Basically, it's a set of tests that are run on each new build in order to verify that it conforms to the requirements of the build before sending it to the testing team for further examination. BAT processes are typically automated. In the event BAT fails, then that build will be assigned to a developer for the fix once again.
