Pilot projects are a prerequisite to the aff---they identify issues before we scale up fully.

Project management is a long game. It can take time to see the results. But one way to test things out on a small scale before knowing if it will be a success is to run a pilot project. A pilot project enables you to manage the risk of a new idea and identify any issues before you fully commit resources.

Take launching a product in a new market, for example. A pilot project would identify and address any key issues – including resources, product-market fit, and customer feedback – before rolling it out to a larger audience.

But what exactly is a pilot project? How do you successfully run one? And what tools do you need? This guide covers exactly that. Read on to find out more or start your first pilot project now. We’ll also show you how to manage and collaborate on pilot projects with ease using a project management tool like the monday.com Work OS.

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What is a pilot project?

A pilot project is designed to test things out on a small scale before knowing if it will be a viable option for a team or business. Businesses use pilot projects for things like testing new software releases, soft launching new products, and trialing new working hours.

Oftentimes, pilot projects will confirm viability and scalability and enable processes and procedures to be tested.