How long does this take?

Around 240 minutes end to end once the team knows the steps. Times per step are listed above.

Can I edit this checklist?

Yes. Save it to LemPlates and you can add, remove or reorder steps, assign owners and set due dates.

Run it every time the process happens and review the steps at least every six months.

glossary-support

Use this before you publish any SOP so it is actually usable.

Define the purpose and scope
One process, clearly bounded.
~20 min
Name the process owner
One accountable person, not a team.
~10 min
Write the steps in order
One action per step, plain language, active voice.
~90 min
Add tools, inputs and outputs
What is needed and what good looks like.
~30 min
Note risks and exceptions
What to do when things go wrong.
~30 min
Test with someone who has never done it
If they get stuck, the SOP is wrong.
~45 min
Set version, approver and review date
Review at least annually.
~15 min

Track every step, assign teammates, and ship faster.