An AI pilot can succeed by answering its question, even when the sensible next decision is to stop.

Without recognizable stop conditions, a bounded experiment can drift into continued use despite a failed assumption.

Before testing, describe what would require a pause, what could be repaired, and what would prevent the use altogether.

Rehearse a safe return to ordinary work. Check that staff can still serve clients if the assisted process becomes unavailable.

At review, record the assumption that changed and the remaining uncertainty. Stopping should produce usable learning, not leave the team without an operating path.

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