The Strategy update process is organised by the Strategy Secretariat,  which establishes a  detailed plan, approved by the CERN Council. The Strategy Secretariat prepares the work of the ESG and the PPG, organises their meetings and produces their documents. The Strategy Secretary submits the Draft Strategy Document elaborated by the ESG to the Council for approval. The Strategy Secretariat has the following composition:

Members:

• the Strategy Secretary (acting as Chair),
• the SPC Chair,
• the ECFA Chair,
• the Chair of the European Laboratory Directors’ meeting.