The basic steps of PLEEAA are represented as an 11-process method shown in Figure 4. Processes 1 through 5 involve value elicitation of multiple-levels of stakeholders in the portfolio to define the problem scope, assess stakeholder needs, identify contextual variables, and assess combination complexity information for potential systems. Process 6 conducts the composite EEA/MPT analysis to produce a tradespace of potential portfolio designs for the considered epoch. Before proceeding to the following processes, feedback is provided to the designers and stakeholders to allow for adjustments in the provided information, as necessary.