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Lifecycle Tracker

Steps to create and update Enterprise policies

The lifecycle tracker walks you through the phases of creating and updating policies. It aligns tools and templates to steps in the publishing process.

Phase 6 Link to phase 1 Link to Phase 2 Link tp Phase 3 Link tp Phase 4 Link to Phase 5 Link to Phase 7 Link to Phase 8

What this step requires:

Send the signed PDF, final Word file, and consolidated Form 4265 to EPMO (mail code 006 03B) in VIEWS for action and note “For Publication.”

How EPMO supports this step:

  • Reviews the entire package for completeness and accuracy.
  • Ensures attachments match (PDF vs Word version).
  • Verifies that the policy is publication-ready.
  • Provides feedback if corrections are needed before posting.
  • Publishes finalized policies on the VA Enterprise Policy Hub and VA Policy Library.

Please email edm@va.gov if you need additional assistance.

For more information

Visit the Resources page for access to templates, guides, policies, and writing and accessibility standards. These include:

  • EPMO templates and guidance
  • Executive Secretariat Style Guide
  • Plain Language Guidelines
  • Section 508 Accessibility Guidelines
  • VA Form 4265
  • VA Procedure Manual 0999

Need help? Contact edm@va.gov.

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