diff --git a/CONTRIBUTING.md b/CONTRIBUTING.md
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@@ -146,6 +146,10 @@
 via the OpenBMC Discord server or email list to start
 the discussion.  You may find a better way to do what you need.
 
+If the feedback seems favorable or requests more details, continue
+by submitting the design to gerrit starting with a copy of the
+[design_template](https://github.com/openbmc/docs/blob/master/design/design_template.md).
+
 Submitting changes
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