2-11.4 Concept Development Phase

During the Concept Development phase:

• An idea is analyzed for economic and technical feasibility.
• Planning is initiated if the idea is determined to be feasible.
• Management structure is established to provide program controls and direction.
• Existing products and technology are explored to determine whether any meet the framework of the idea and could be implemented in the Postal Service environment.
• A plan of actions and milestones is developed.

The life cycle support plan at this phase should contain the following information:

• Statement of need.
• System description.
• Milestones.
• Roles and responsibilities of activities and organizations.
• Strategy to achieve objectives and implement training requirements (including risk mitigation and purchase alternatives).
• Planning and budgeting.
• Program interdependencies.
• Opportunities for standardization.
• Logistics support.
• Investment recovery.