The Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) is a very important document that is needed in describing the procedures needed to complete the making of a product and the steps involved. With the SOP, a set method is placed within to the company as to how to create a certain product. During the research phase, it is essential to take into consideration all the factors that will be involved within creating the end product. As a result, the SOP should be required during the research phase. If the SOP is mandated, then the research being done will be completed more efficiently. Research can be more specified into what steps will be involved and determine the most successful way.