When selecting the pilot group, which factor is least relevant to readiness?

• A. Advice of the steering committee
• B. Representativeness
• C. Readiness for the technology
• D. Age

Answer: (D)

Assessing readiness for a pilot group centers on whether the group can effectively test the technology and provide useful feedback. Representativeness matters because you want the pilot to reflect the broader user population so findings are generalizable. Readiness for the technology is crucial since it covers whether users have the necessary infrastructure, training, and comfort to actually operate the system. The steering committee’s advice helps shape governance, scope, and alignment with organizational goals, which directly influences how readiness is approached and supported.

Age, while a demographic detail, does not by itself determine whether people are ready to use the new system. It doesn’t directly reflect training needs, infrastructure readiness, or governance support. Therefore, age is least relevant to readiness.