Separate production and test data
Production records and sample records should be kept separate in screenshots, exports, support workflows, and training material.
Synthetic identifiers reduce privacy, compliance, and operational confusion.
Use structured and repeatable samples
Testing is easier when sample values are valid format, labeled clearly, and reused consistently across QA cases and help content.
This makes debugging easier and reduces ambiguity during demos or internal reviews.
Document the purpose of sample values
Teams should explain why sample device identifiers are present and where they should or should not be used.
That improves handoff quality between engineering, support, operations, and training teams.