AI readiness assessment / Traffic Light
Automating the wrong process just burns money faster.
16 questions tell you which light your process is at, before you spend money on tools or an implementation team.
Free, about 5 minutes, instant results. No registration.
The Automation Readiness Traffic Light is a set of 16 questions that assesses a process across six groups: accountability, value, rules, data, exceptions and measurability, then places it under one of three lights: Red, Yellow or Green.
Choose the right process before you start
- It has a clear start and end point.
- Someone is accountable for running it.
- There is data or sample records.
- Current time, error count or cost can be measured.
Check your process
Results
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Three lights, three actions
| Light | When | Meaning | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | Below 16/32 points, or two or more ★ questions answered “Not yet” | The process is not clear enough to hand over to AI | Standardize the process, data or accountability first. Automating now means automating the mess |
| Yellow | 16–25 points, or 26 points or more with one ★ question answered “Not yet” | The process is workable but still has many exceptions | Pilot within a narrow scope, with someone approving exceptions, measuring before and after |
| Green | 26/32 points or more and no ★ question answered “Not yet” | The process is ready | Design the solution and acceptance criteria now. Don't keep a good process waiting |
Each question: Yes, clearly = 2 points; Partly = 1 point; Not yet = 0 points. Maximum 32 points.
After you get your light
- Green or Yellow light: book a session with a GoAI expert to design a measured pilot. Free of charge.
- Red light: take the EAR Index™ to see whether the problem lies with the whole company, not just one process.
FAQ
Which processes should be automated first?
Processes that repeat often, have clear rules, available data and measurable current results. The Traffic Light checks exactly these things.
Does a Red light mean it can't be done?
No. A Red light means the process must be fixed first. Once fixed, automation starts making money.
What are blocking questions (★)?
Four questions that cannot be skipped: the process has a clear start and end point; someone is accountable; input data is digital; the current state is measured. If one blocking question is answered “Not yet”, the process cannot reach Green.
Are my answers saved?
No. Results are calculated in your browser and not sent anywhere. You only need to leave details if you choose to book a session.
How does the Traffic Light differ from the EAR Index™?
The Traffic Light measures one process. The EAR Index™ measures the whole company.
Question set version: DTH-Q-1.0 (19/10/2026).