As this format is still relatively young and its potential largely untapped, the planning process is an opportunity to discuss the possibilities that Blu-ray can provide. The first step is taking an asset inventory to catalog the number of video clips and their running time, as well as any chapter points needed. Next, the menu structure needs to be laid out, and a few questions need answering. Are still images or text graphic screens to be included? Will the disc use advanced features such as motion menus, multiple audio tracks, subtitles, or multiple camera angles?

These questions help us calculate a bit budget which determines the amount of material that can fit on a single disc. A flowchart is then created to guide the creation process. This document includes all content structure, menu branching and interactive navigation of the disc.

Next step -> Encoding