Under Policy Paragraph 4, can you explain the methodology used in determining the order of the defined phases? Also, why aren’t the GS14s and GS15s phasing in at the same time?

The NH-IVs will be converted to GS equivalency in the SRPE system, using demo conversion rules, step 4, for SRPE implementation purposes. The GS14 equivalents will go in first (as they are the largest population competing for most BQs and talent management opportunities) followed by the GS13 equivalents (the future BQs etc.)….This phased approach ensures the right people enter first, followed by the remaining AAAW, and to ensure the SRs are subject to an overwhelming workload during initial transition.