The phrase "initial pilot" refers to a small test or trial of something new, like a project or program, to see if it is successful or effective before it is fully implemented. Full definition
Initial pilot studies tested out these assumptions and determined that these types of mediated interventions can be successful in motivating students to read and complete books and increase personal understanding of the relevance of reading and writing in the lives of those who otherwise demonstrate an aversion to text - based media. (citejournal.org)
The result was Bulk Barn's initial pilot project, rolled out in October in the Liberty Village neighbourhood in Toronto. (treehugger.com)
Initial pilot testing outcome data will allow the researchers to undertake item reduction to ensure the tool is as simple and quick as possible to complete, while still providing useful information to clinicians about suicidal ideation and behaviours, depression symptom severity and adverse effects. (beyondblue.org.au)