This process requires standardization to ensure the quality of the product.

We need to standardize this process.

Yesterday, a large tree branch had washed ashore on the beach.

Yesterday, a large tree branch drifted ashore on the beach.

He drifted all night at sea.

His boat was drifting at sea.

Have you read the book review of his new book?

He was aimlessly walking around the city.

He gathered the most votes in the election.

He gained many votes in the election.