Operational Viability Index

A composite index that measures whether an AI initiative is ready to operate sustainably.

Framework Overview

The Operational Viability Index replaces vague readiness language with a concrete, multi-dimensional assessment across people, process, technology, and governance.

OV provides an objective signal of whether an initiative can reach — and remain at — full operational capability.

How it works in the FC-OS

  • Readiness without measurement is optimism.
  • OV turns intuition into evidence.

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