Efficiency reviews to optimize an in-service process or facility. Outputs from this type of study application commonly form the inputs to (or base case for) studies on Strategic Direction

Example applications:

	2-week analysis of bids for renewal of city cleaning operations contract. 5-year price of $300 million reduced to $185 million
	4-day analysis of reliability of power supply to treatment plants and identification of necessary improvements
	4-day workshop to optimize control system for 1200km transmission pipeline and oil storage / shipping terminal
	2-day workshop devised an aggressive strategic plan for corporate growth through new product lines.

Study goals:

To provide a clear understanding of options to improve performance of currently in-service product, project, service or system

Example outputs:

	In-service functional enhancements and operational efficiencies
	Risk and reliability study
	Needs assessment
	Optimization plan
	Recommendations for strategic and organizational change