The steps for developing, testing and evaluating this vaccine—including the process for making sure it is safe—have not changed. Operation Warp Speed (OWS) has accelerated the process, not by skipping steps, but by allowing the usual steps to take place simultaneously. OWS has allowed scientists to maintain efficacy standards without compromising safety. While the vaccine development time is shortened, the usual safety measures, such as large clinical trials, are still in place. Each vaccine candidate must undergo independent review by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), as well as our own NH health and medical experts.