Research work performed to develop a functional and decorative trivalent chromium plating process from a single, simple to control trivalent-based electrolyte to replace hexavalent chromium plating will be reported. Hexavalent chromium plating has been used for many years to provide hard, durable coatings with excellent wear and corrosion resistance properties. However, hexavalent chromium baths have come under increasing scrutiny due to the toxic nature of the bath, effects on the environment, and workers' health. In this work, Faraday is updating its accomplishments to date to achieve properties comparable to existing hexavalent chromium plating for both functional and decorative applications. Continuing work on the bath chemistry, diffusion layer, hydrodynamics, and electrically mediated process parameters will also be discussed.