Pilot projects can result in a series of cost-cutting advantages since they act as trial and error experiments before actual, full-scale projects begin. But like any experiment, the most useful conclusions can be drawn when a logical, scientific method has been followed. It is therefore important to know how to get the most out of pilot projects.
Why Pilot?
Pilot projects allow for…
- A simple method to iron out glitches in deployment.
- Documentation of common procedures that can be utilized for other similar efforts.
- Reduced risks since pilot projects reveal what works and what does not.
- Measurement of time and cost requirements needed to complete a given project so that it falls within the specified budget.
- Collection of data to make informed decisions before and during the rollout phase.
- Obtaining corporate buy-in by tangibly communicating the potential of a full-scale project.
