Piloting and validation of innovative solutions for border management is important for the uptake of results of successful research and innovation, and for making sure that innovative solutions and systems can be used for needed capabilities, including respect and promotion of fundamental CERIS Workshop aims to discuss methodological approaches, successes and challenges for piloting and validation of innovative border management solutions; share experiences on piloting and validation; identify features of piloting and validation at different TRLs; and define relevant recommendations. Activities at both research and innovation levels will be Workshop can be primarily interesting for CERIS participants from the practitioners and end-users communities who want to learn about, share on, or plan piloting and validation experiences; as well as innovators from the private sector and civil society. In view of interesting and dynamic exchanges we are looking forward to your participation.