pilot program
Small-scale test launch
A pilot program is a small-scale trial run of a larger initiative, testing feasibility before full implementation.
Organizations launch pilot programs to identify problems and refine approaches: The school district ran a pilot program for the new curriculum in three schools.
If successful, the pilot expands; if not, it's modified or abandoned with minimal waste.
- trialJudicial examination of claims
- trial periodTemporary testing interval
- testEvaluative examination
- test runPreliminary performance check
- betaGreek alphabet's second letter
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pilot programlegacy system
Outdated tech still operating
standard operating procedure · business as usual · established practice · failed experiment
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