Can we make the preparation of MDS more efficient?

In 2017, four Machine Development (MD) periods were scheduled at the LHC with the goal to study beam parameters and new ways to optimise the operation of the machine (LHC and HL-LHC). Before the start of the studies certain preparation and coordination is required in order to guarantee a successful MD (if the machine availability permits). This paper reviews the restricted Machine Protection Panel (rMPP) procedures, communication between LHC and injections and possible ways to improve the full process including current web tools.