The Invasive Plant Inventory and Early Detection Prioritization Tool (IPPT) is an Access database that guides land managers through the process of prioritizing which species and areas to survey and ultimately manage. This document describes the IPPT – why it was developed and how to use it. Following prioritization, surveys are conducted to assess invasive species status, beginning with priority species in priority areas. This information helps a land manager 1) fully understand the situation, 2) clearly describe the desired change in invasive species status over time (objectives), 3) decide how best to achieve objectives over time given available resources, 4) guide on-the ground management actions, and 5) monitor and evaluate how invasive species status changes in response to management over time.