Standard Operating Procedure

A governance concept defining required practices, controls, or standards for lawful and accountable law enforcement operations. It sets expectations for decision-making, documentation, supervision, and compliance with applicable legal and administrative requirements.

An economics and business concept defining a measure, method, or organizational practice used for analysis and decision-making. It specifies how information is generated or used to guide allocation of resources and evaluation of outcomes. It does not ensure correctness without clear assumptions, reliable inputs, and appropriate review of results.