Find the right route for this constraint.

Start by identifying the kind of problem in front of you. Internal workflow issues can then be scored for automation readiness.

Routing first6 readiness factorsNo email required

AI + automation ecosystemBuilt to connect with leading platforms

Claude

Gemini

ChatGPT

n8n

Paperclip

Grok

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How to use it

Choose one specific workflow.

“Manage leads” is too broad. “Prepare and assign every new website lead” is specific enough to score.

Good inputA task with a clear start, repeated steps, and a recognizable finish.

01 How often does the workflow happen? Less than once a month A few times a month Several times a week Daily or many times a day

02 How much team time does it consume? Under one hour a month One to four hours a month Several hours a week More than a day of team time each week

03 Are the steps and rules understood? People perform it very differently Some shared steps, many judgment calls Mostly consistent with known exceptions Clear steps, rules, owners, and finish

04 Are the required inputs available digitally? Mostly physical, verbal, or unavailable Scattered and frequently incomplete Available across a few known tools Structured and consistently available

05 How predictable are the exceptions? Every case feels unique Frequent exceptions with unclear handling Known exception types a person can review Rare exceptions with clear escalation

06 What happens when the workflow is slow or inconsistent? Little noticeable impact Minor inconvenience Delays, rework, or poor visibility Meaningful customer or operating impact

Answer all six questions to calculate your result.

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