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AI Automation Readiness Assessment

Use this eight-part framework to judge whether a workflow is ready for a bounded AI automation pilot, needs preparation first, or should remain primarily human.

Score each dimension from 0 to 2

0 = weak or unclear, 1 = partly ready, 2 = strong and clearly defined. Add the eight scores for a maximum of 16.

1. Workflow repetition and volume

0: rare or highly variable. 1: some repetition. 2: high-volume and repeatable.

2. Clear inputs and outputs

0: mostly ambiguous. 1: partly structured. 2: clear and structured.

3. Data accessibility and reliability

0: fragmented or unreliable. 1: usable with cleanup. 2: accessible and dependable.

4. Human ownership and exception handling

0: no clear owner. 1: informal owner. 2: defined owner and escalation path.

5. Measurable success

0: no baseline. 1: some measurable outcomes. 2: clear KPIs and baseline.

6. Bounded downside if something goes wrong

0: high-impact or hard to reverse. 1: moderate risk. 2: low-risk and reversible.

7. Permissions and data boundaries

0: unclear. 1: partly documented. 2: defined and enforceable.

8. Recurring business value

0: low frequency or low value. 1: moderate value. 2: high recurring value.

Interpret your score

0–5: Prepare first

Clarify ownership, data, inputs, outputs and measurable outcomes before building.

6–10: Pilot carefully

There is potential, but keep scope narrow and add explicit human review around weaker areas.

11–13: Strong candidate

The workflow has many characteristics of a good automation pilot. Focus on exceptions, permissions and measurable value.

14–16: Excellent candidate

Validate ROI, controls and human handoff, then test the workflow in a bounded pilot before scaling.

A high score does not mean fully autonomous AI is appropriate. It means the workflow has characteristics that usually make controlled automation easier to test and measure.

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