Disclaimer
Last updated: November 2026
A proposed framework
ABSORB is a proposed framework, not a validated standard. Its levels, autonomy tiers, thresholds and dimensions are proposals that have not yet been tested in the field. See Evidence and validation.
Not professional advice
The content on this site and the assessment results are for informational and educational purposes. They do not constitute legal, compliance, regulatory, security, financial or employment advice.
Decisions remain yours
The assessment can inform decisions about process, review policy, tooling or staffing. It does not make them. In particular, it is not a headcount-reduction model, and its results should not be the sole basis for any decision about people.
Autonomy tiers
Tier examples are illustrative. Whether a change type may merge with less human review depends on your systems, risks and obligations. Organizations in regulated or safety-critical domains should consult qualified professionals.
Cited figures
Figures on this site come from public reports, mostly from vendors and company self-reports. How each was checked is recorded on the evidence page. They are directional, not benchmarks.
No warranty
The framework, assessment and documentation are provided "as is", without warranty of any kind.