Using a pipeline allows for the formation of a structured plan for the creation of a project. This process is employed in most workplaces and industries. While the main components of a pipeline remain consistent, the specifics may vary depending on the industry or workplace.

For example, the pipeline in a games company and that in a film and TV studio may share certain terms and steps, but they will be adapted to better fit the respective media. The pipeline framework enables companies or individuals to outline the entire project before commencing work, which helps in adhering to strict deadlines and meeting specific requirements.

• Conceptualization: Generating ideas and potential concepts.

• Research and Development : Investigating both primary and secondary resources and the achievability of the project.

• Design: Creating detailed plans and designs.

• Budgeting and Scheduling: Estimating costs and timeframes.

• Creation: Actual production or development of the product.

• Testing and Iteration: Continuous testing and refining of the product.

• Quality Assurance (QA): ensuring that all elements are to the same high standard.

• Polishing and Debugging: Final refinements and corrections.

• Packaging and Distribution: Preparing the product for release and distributing it to the market.

• Promotion: Marketing strategies to promote the product.

• Sales and Distribution: Strategies to sell and distribute the product effectively.

• Creation of assets; Using 3D software to create assets

• Uv/Unwrapping, Making sure that all assets are unwrapped ready to be textured  

• Texturing Using software to apply textures to the models ensuring they are ready for engine

• Porting to engine , this can include designing the level or scene incorporation scripting to elements.