LCP Part 2 Test “To Be” Process: Action Team tests the new process under real conditions to identify cycle time, costs, and defect constraints in achieving LCP. Upgrade “To Be” Process: Action Team incorporates improvements to reduce costs and cycle time, and eliminate defects until performance standards are achieved. Finalize “To Be” Process: Project Manager or Design Team reviews results from the Testing and Upgrade Steps and “freezes” the final design as a new “As Is”. Integrate Policy & Procedures: Project Manager or Design Team updates Corporate Policies and Procedures to formalize the new process – creates the new standard – the “As Is” process. Create / Update Standard Operating Procedures - creating documentation of new best practices Create / Update Position Descriptions: Ensure new and/or revised tasks are incorporated in Position Descriptions for hiring, management, and compensation. Scheduled Review: Each significant process should undergo periodic review to ensure the organization maintains LCP in their market. ​​​​​ Next Show/Chapter 10: Supplier Value Added