Hi RAT 5,
If that is the case then surely it says that the original design is not correct and should be re-done?
British Airways Airbus A320 Pilots' Autothrust Survey
"BA concludes that from a Flight Operations perspective a future system should consider providing movement between the idle and climb power positions, whilst retaining the A320 thrust setting and engagement “detents” technique."
Steve Last & Martin Alder.
We've been waiting since 1991 - so don't hold your breath!