Any new program, function, or product used in a limited way to determine if it is suitable for use at additional sites or Bureau-wide. A statement of the pilot's purpose or intent. Measurable parts of the goal which, when achieved, accomplish the desired goal. Evidence used to determine the progress towards meeting the objectives. These measures can be positive indicators of output, achievements, or beneficial side- effects.
Measures can also be negative results or adverse side- effects.
Key questions which need to be answered by the evaluation. These questions may relate to concerns raised before or during the pilot. Proposed pilot projects shall be reviewed both for the concept and for the implementation and evaluation plan. A member of the Executive Staff shall review and endorse the concept of a proposed pilot project. This would most likely be the affected Assistant Director if the initiative involves a particular discipline or the affected Regional Director if the initiative involves a particular institution.