Balancing Readiness - Insights into Bridging the Digital Divide and Ensuring Inclusiveness

The Digital Age brings forth not only technological advancements but also an imperative for inclusivity and sustainability. As we navigate through this era, it becomes evident that readiness to contribute to digital sustainability encompasses more than just technological preparedness. Economic, environmental, social, and societal readiness levels are equally vital. This article introduces the concept of "Balanced Readiness," integrating these five dimensions to inform institutional adoption strategies. Through a Value-Analyses of Relative Importance (VARI) approach, readiness levels are assessed across various use cases in the XGain project, leading to the development of a Balanced Readiness Level (BRL) framework.