Startups

Startup TRL Assessment

Maturity assessment for startups in any sector, with the TRL scale as the technology axis: 50 questions in 6 dimensions, from technology and market to funding and results.

50 questions 6 dimensions 5 levels Results in minutes

What it assesses

What the assessment evaluates

Each dimension is assessed in depth — no critical area is left out.

Technology and product (TRL)

Solution readiness, from concept to product operating in a real environment.

Customer and market

Evidence that real customers have the problem and want the solution.

Business model

Repeatable value proposition, revenue, key partnerships and pricing.

Team and organization

Skills covered, founder commitment and talent attraction.

Funding and asset protection

Cash control, fundraising strategy and intellectual property protection.

Results and performance

Revenue, retention and growth efficiency.

The scale

The 5 maturity levels

Each dimension and the organization as a whole are placed at a clear level — color, number, and name.

1
Initial
2
Emerging
3
Structured
4
Managed
5
Optimized

Calibrated, not generic

Provenance and calibration

The analysis carries the reasoning of the reference frameworks — that’s what separates a calibrated assessment from generic advice.

TRL (NASA, ISO 16290)KTH Innovation Readiness LevelInvestment Readiness Level

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