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Process Classification Framework - Table of Contents

Table of Contents

SectionPage
Content Organization3
PCF Levels Explained/Number Scheming3
1.0 Develop Vision and Strategy4
2.0 Develop and Manage Products and Services6
3.0 Market and Sell Products and Services8
4.0 Manage Supply Chain for Physical Products11
5.0 Deliver Services13
6.0 Manage Customer Service14
7.0 Develop and Manage Human Capital16
8.0 Manage Information Technology (IT)18
9.0 Manage Financial Resources23
10.0 Acquire, Construct, and Manage Assets27
11.0 Manage Enterprise Risk, Compliance, Remediation, and Resiliency29
12.0 Manage External Relationships30
13.0 Develop and Manage Business Capabilities31

Looking Forward

The cross-industry and industry Process Classification Frameworks are evolving models, which APQC will continue to enhance and improve regularly. Thus, APQC encourages comments, suggestions, and more importantly, the sharing of insights from having applied the PCF within your organization. Share your suggestions and experiences with the PCF by e-mailing pcf_feedback@apqc.org.

About APQC

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APQC's Process Classification Framework® (PCF) is an open standard developed by APQC, a nonprofit that promotes benchmarking and best practices worldwide. The PCF is intended to facilitate organizational improvement through process management and benchmarking, regardless of industry, size, or geography. To download the full PCF or industry-specific versions of the PCF, as well as associated measures and benchmarking, please visit www.apqc.org/pcf.


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