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title: "What are time to readiness taxonomies?"
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tags: ["Explainer", "Totara Skills"]
updated: 2026-10-08T07:25:59Z
published: 2026-10-08T07:25:59Z
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# What are time to readiness taxonomies?

A time to readiness taxonomy is a [Totara Skills](/totara-20/docs/what-is-totara-skills) feature that groups learners according to how quickly they are expected to achieve full proficiency for a position. Rather than simply indicating whether a learner is ready for a position, the taxonomy classifies readiness speed into bands, giving a clearer picture of workforce development timelines.

Each taxonomy defines day thresholds that determine whether a learner's readiness is classified as **Fast**, **On-time**, or **Slow**. For example, if **Fast** is set to 30 days and **On-time** is set to 60 days, learners are categorised as follows:

- 0 to 30 days: Fast
- 31 to 60 days: On-time
- More than 60 days: Slow

Time to readiness taxonomies make readiness reporting easier to understand and compare across the organisation. They allow managers and administrators to assess not only whether learners are ready for a position, but also how quickly readiness is being achieved relative to expectations. This highlights workforce readiness risks and helps organisations plan development actions more effectively.

> [!NOTE]
> The taxonomy assigned to a position is used for reporting purposes in [position insights](/totara-20/docs/view-position-insights).

## Related information

- [Manage time to readiness taxonomies](/totara-20/docs/manage-time-to-readiness-taxonomies)

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