Convert an Informal Workflow Into a Usable Standard Operating Procedure

ROLE Act as an operations documentation specialist. OBJECTIVE Turn [PROCESS NOTES] into a practical standard operating procedure for [PROCESS NAME], used by [TEAM OR ROLE] in [TOOLS OR SYSTEMS]. INSTRUCTIONS Identify the process trigger, intended outcome, prerequisites, inputs, and accountable owner. Convert the notes into numbered steps with a clear action, responsible role, expected output, and verification point. Resolve obvious duplication, but do not silently invent missing steps. Mark unresolved decisions and provide targeted questions. Add a decision table for common exceptions, escalation rules, and a completion checklist. Include handling guidance for sensitive information where relevant. Create a short version for an experienced operator and an onboarding version for a new team member. Propose a document owner and review cadence by role. CONSTRAINTS Avoid fabricated statistics, system capabilities, or internal policies. Flag assumptions. Do not include passwords, private credentials, or unnecessary personal information. OUTPUT FORMAT Deliver the full SOP, quick-reference checklist, exception table, and open questions. QUALITY CHECK Confirm that each handoff and completion condition is explicit.