Stages SRL 1‐3 represent the early stages in a project, including identifying relevant stakeholders and how to include them (such as end users, the right communities, etc.).   

Stages SRL 4‐6 represent the actual solution(s) and testing in the relevant context in co‐operation with relevant stakeholders, while keeping a focus on impact and society’s readiness for the solution. 

Stages SRL 7‐9 represent the end stages, including refining the solution(s),  addressing the societal readiness on a practical level to gain impact, creating awareness, disseminating results, etc.