Processes, procedures & operating systems · Core
Target operating model
Also called: TOM
ELI5
A description of the desired future operating model.
Used in conversation
“Can we remove the ambiguity around target operating model before the process changes?”
Pitch context
You will see “Target operating model” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches processes, procedures & operating systems.
Why it matters: In processes, procedures & operating systems, the definition can change ownership, capacity, process, cost or safety decisions.
Connected terms
- Operating modelThe search label “target operating model” can route to both entries.
Sources & evidence · 3
Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Productivity programmeDirect source · primary · checked 2026-08-16
- U.S. Acquisition.gov — Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 15 — Contracting by NegotiationDirect source · primary · checked 2026-08-16
- UK Government — Groceries Supply Code of PracticeSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-16