The purpose of the MMOG/LE is to provide a single assessment tool that enables a comprehensive evaluation of MPL performance and capability. The tool can be used by both supplier and customer throughout the entire product life cycle@ including the early product development and pre-production phases@ and the post-production aftermarket/service phases. MMOG/LE can be used by every partner in the supply chain for self-assessment@ or can be used between business partners as an audit tool for supplier selection and evaluation. This guideline can be used internally as a continuous improvement tool@ or externally as your customers require. This Excel file automatically calculates your Global MMOG/LE score and features a gap analysis tool.