Getting Started
Your journey to AI project excellence begins here
💡 What is MAISTRO?
MAISTRO (Methodology for Agile Implementation of Systems Through Reliable Operations) is a comprehensive framework for managing AI and machine learning projects. Developed by researchers at SENAC-SP and published in Applied Sciences (2025), it integrates:
- PMI/PMBOK standards for project management rigor
- Agile methodologies for flexibility and iteration
- AI-specific practices for data science and ML workflows
- Governance & Ethics aligned with ISO 42001:2023
Unlike CRISP-DM or OSEMN, MAISTRO provides a complete end-to-end approach from business understanding through continuous operation, with built-in governance checkpoints.
👥 Who is it for?
MAISTRO is designed for technical practitioners and teams working on AI/ML projects who need a structured yet flexible approach:
Data Scientists
Structure your ML experiments
ML Engineers
Deploy with confidence
Project Managers
Track AI project progress
Product Owners
Align AI with business goals
📖 How to Use This Guide
Follow these steps to get the most out of MAISTRO:
Explore the 7 Phases Overview
Get familiar with the complete methodology structure and how phases connect. View Phases →
Dive into Phase 1: Business Needs
Every successful AI project starts with clear business understanding. Begin with Issue Clarification and Success Metrics. Start Phase 1 →
Download Supporting Templates
Access checklists, process templates, and quick reference cards to guide your implementation. Get Resources →
Follow Process-by-Process
Each of the 39 processes includes Inputs, Tools & Techniques, and Outputs following PMI ITTO format. Apply iteratively within sprints.
Adapt and Iterate
MAISTRO is agile—tailor processes to your context, skip what doesn't apply, and iterate based on learnings.
✅ Prerequisites
Before starting, ensure you have:
- A defined AI/ML project – You need a project context to apply the methodology (real or practice)
- Basic PM knowledge – Familiarity with project management concepts helps (not required)
- Stakeholder access – Business stakeholders who can define success criteria
- Data awareness – Understanding of available data sources (even if not yet collected)
- Open mindset – Willingness to iterate and adapt based on discoveries
Ready to Begin?
Start your MAISTRO journey with Phase 1: Business Needs Understanding
Start with Phase 1 →