# Industrial AI Project Checklist

Use this checklist before starting an industrial AI project.

## Problem

- [ ] The business problem is clear.
- [ ] The decision supported by the model is defined.
- [ ] The expected value is measurable.

## Data

- [ ] Data sources are identified.
- [ ] Timestamps are available.
- [ ] Data quality is acceptable.
- [ ] Abnormal periods are labeled or understood.
- [ ] The target variable is defined.

## People

- [ ] Process experts are involved.
- [ ] Maintenance/reliability experts are involved when relevant.
- [ ] Operators understand how the output will be used.

## Deployment

- [ ] The model output can be integrated into the workflow.
- [ ] Someone owns model monitoring.
- [ ] There is a plan for retraining or updating.