The protocol for measuring the performance of corrosion mitigation technologies for concrete reinforcing steel was first suggested by a group of industry recognized experts and strategic planners in support of goals outlined in Vision 2020: A Vision for the Concrete Repair, Protection and Strengthening Industry.

Vision 2020 is an industry-created strategic plan and roadmap; documents were developed over a several-year period which began in 2003. Information about these documents is available at the American Concrete Institute (ACI) Foundations Strategic Development Council (SDC) website.