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Technology Readiness Assessment
Evaluate your readiness for specific automation technologies
Assessment Overview
This assessment evaluates your facility readiness across 12 critical factors in 5 categories. Rate each factor from 1 (not ready) to 5 (fully ready). The weighted score determines your overall readiness level.
Ready to Deploy: 85-100
Nearly Ready: 70-84
Preparation Needed: 50-69
Not Ready: 0-49
Infrastructure
Facility Structure
Building height, floor load capacity, power supply adequate for automation
Weight: 15%
Not ReadyFully Ready
IT Network
Reliable network infrastructure, WiFi coverage, server capacity
Weight: 10%
Not ReadyFully Ready
Space Availability
Sufficient space for equipment installation and maintenance access
Weight: 10%
Not ReadyFully Ready
Operations
Process Standardization
Documented, standardized workflows and operating procedures
Weight: 15%
Not ReadyFully Ready
Volume Stability
Predictable throughput volumes to justify automation investment
Weight: 10%
Not ReadyFully Ready
SKU Characteristics
Product dimensions, weights, packaging suitable for automation
Weight: 10%
Not ReadyFully Ready
Data & Systems
Data Quality
Accurate inventory data, SKU master data, location management
Weight: 15%
Not ReadyFully Ready
System Integration
Ability to integrate with ERP, WMS, and other systems
Weight: 10%
Not ReadyFully Ready
Organization
Workforce Skills
Technical skills, training capacity, change management readiness
Weight: 10%
Not ReadyFully Ready
Management Support
Executive sponsorship, budget approval, long-term commitment
Weight: 15%
Not ReadyFully Ready
Financial
Budget Availability
Capital budget allocated, ROI expectations realistic
Weight: 15%
Not ReadyFully Ready
ROI Timeline
Acceptable payback period (typically 2-5 years for automation)
Weight: 10%
Not ReadyFully Ready