Annex A: Solution Readiness Levels (SRL)

The IDEaS program uses nine solution readiness levels to assess the maturity of project submissions:

SRL 1: Identification and observation of basic principles and properties.

SRL 2: Definitions of practical applications. Formulation of concepts.

SRL 3: Observation and analysis through analytical research, laboratory research or experiments.

SRL 4: Proof of concept that is based upon the integration of applications and concepts to demonstrate viability.

SRL 5: Validation defined as the refined integration of applications or concepts to confirm validity.

SRL 6: Simulated demonstration of a near-end state solution and testing in a simulated environment.

SRL 7: Real-world demonstration of a near-end state solution and testing in an appropriate real-world environment.

SRL 8: Qualified solution which is the completion of end state solution and refinement through testing.

SRL 9: Proven solution that is based upon final solution implementation and success