GE has identified solutions for these common issues that have caused escapes in the past. As a result, GE is setting the bar that world class suppliers should implement the practices listed below. GE will take into consideration supplier utilization of these best practices when assessing the subjective PQE portion of the supplier rating. Role model supplier will exhibit a high number of these best practices. Note that these best practices do not replace or void any existing requirements of the PO, drawing, or specifications.