1. Source inventory
Confirm what exists, who owns it, and how to access it.
2. Extraction and OCR
Define what needs to be extracted and how accurate it must be.
3. Normalization and schema
Make the data consistent, searchable, and ready for analysis.
4. Quality and review
Make sure the data is trustworthy before the pilot starts.
5. Security and access
Protect sensitive data and control who sees what.
6. Pilot handoff
Deliver outputs that plug directly into the AI pilot.
