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<h1>A new social subsystem</h1>
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<p class="admonition-title">What is this?</p>
<p>The Social Subsystem describes how people in a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> organize, collaborate, and make decisions together. It replaces hierarchical management and fragmented teams with a decentralized system of shared ownership, trust-based roles, and mutual accountability. This subsystem creates the social architecture needed to build technology in a way that's fair, resilient, and aligned with the public good.</p>
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<summary>Just give me the abstract</summary>
<p>In this new design for a the Social Subsystem redesigns how people work together by introducing democratic governance, peer support structures, and fluid identity protocols. Instead of traditional management, Smartups rely on a balance between autonomy, discipline, and mission-alignment — enforced not by authority, but by structure. Contributors operate in role-based groups, make collective decisions using the <abbr title="Attacker–Defender–Midfielder triad. Ensures initiation, review, and automation are always present in work processes.">ADM Triangle</abbr>, and support each other through systems like the Buddy Program. This model aims to unlock large-scale collaboration by treating contributors as citizens — not employees — in a shared mission to build public-interest technology.</p>
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<h2 id="the-architecture-of-a-smartup"><span class="twemoji"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M21 16.5c0 .38-.21.71-.53.88l-7.9 4.44c-.16.12-.36.18-.57.18s-.41-.06-.57-.18l-7.9-4.44A.99.99 0 0 1 3 16.5v-9c0-.38.21-.71.53-.88l7.9-4.44c.16-.12.36-.18.57-.18s.41.06.57.18l7.9 4.44c.32.17.53.5.53.88zM12 4.15 6.04 7.5 12 10.85l5.96-3.35zM5 15.91l6 3.38v-6.71L5 9.21zm14 0v-6.7l-6 3.37v6.71z"/></svg></span> The Architecture of a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr><a class="headerlink" href="#the-architecture-of-a-smartup" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h2>
<p><strong>Definition:</strong><br />
A <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> creates trustworthy digital tools that help people—and the communities they form—become more resilient, resourceful, and effective in advancing the SDGs.</p>
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<p><strong>At its core, every <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> is built like a rocket: a solid foundation, three structural pillars, and a sharp point of execution.</strong></p>
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<h3 id="the-foundation-our-fuel">The Foundation (Our Fuel)<a class="headerlink" href="#the-foundation-our-fuel" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
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<li><strong>Science</strong><br />
Every tool we create is grounded in facts, evidence, and tested knowledge. The problems we tackle are science-proven, and solutions must stand up to real-world scrutiny. </li>
<li><strong>Democracy</strong><br />
Our process and decisions are open and participatory. Everyone has a voice and a vote—no gated hierarchies, no closed rooms. </li>
<li><strong><abbr title="Enhanced problem-solving capacity created by collaborative, transparent teamwork.">Collective IQ</abbr></strong><br />
We are smarter together. All skills and ideas are pooled so we solve more, faster, and with better results than any one person or small group could alone.</li>
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<h3 id="the-three-pillars-our-structure">The Three Pillars (Our Structure)<a class="headerlink" href="#the-three-pillars-our-structure" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
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<p><strong><abbr title="Equal and inclusive ownership model based on contribution, not hierarchy or investment.">Collective Ownership</abbr></strong><br />
Everyone who joins and contributes is an equal owner. There are no founders, investors, or external shareholders—just people “in it” together.<br />
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<p><strong><abbr title="Core value emphasizing meaningful, merit-based distribution of work and reward.">Collective Craftsmanship</abbr></strong><br />
All work and effort are shared—teams build, improve, and sustain everything the <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> delivers. Value is earned by doing, not by owning capital. </p>
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<p><strong><abbr title="Transparent and democratic oversight of all operations, including deliberation and voting.">Collective Governance</abbr></strong><br />
Decision-making and oversight are for everyone. Every contributor holds both rights and responsibilities for what the <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> does and how it does it.</p>
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<h3 id="our-modus-operandi">Our Modus Operandi<a class="headerlink" href="#our-modus-operandi" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
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<li><strong>Military Execution</strong><br />
While we are democratic in nature, we are military in execution. When the <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr> sets a target, the <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr> hits it with precision. Clear chains of command, proven processes like the buddy system, and professional discipline ensure we don't just talk about change—we deliver it.</li>
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<p class="admonition-title">Why a rocket?</p>
<p>A <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> is a vehicle for change. The foundation powers us, the pillars keep us stable, and military execution cuts through obstacles. Together, these elements create an organization that can actually reach its destination: a world where digital tools serve collective human needs.</p>
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<h2 id="the-4-phases-of-creation-the-habitat-of-a-smartup"><span class="twemoji"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M11 21v-4.26c-.47.17-.97.26-1.5.26C7 17 5 15 5 12.5c0-1.27.5-2.41 1.36-3.23C6.13 8.73 6 8.13 6 7.5 6 5 8 3 10.5 3c1.56 0 2.94.8 3.75 2h.25a5.5 5.5 0 0 1 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5 0 0 1-5.5 5.5q-.75 0-1.5-.21V21z"/></svg></span> The <abbr title="The five lifecycle stages for a Smartup (Phase 0 Micro-Pilot → Phase 1 Validation → Phase 2 Design → Phase 3 Production → Phase 4 Organization), each gated by funding, deliverables, review, and a binding community vote.">4 Phases of Creation</abbr> - The Habitat of a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr><a class="headerlink" href="#the-4-phases-of-creation-the-habitat-of-a-smartup" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h2>
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<p class="admonition-title">What is this?</p>
<p>Every <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> grows through four clear, community-driven phases. This rhythm—from first idea to real-world launch—ensures that only validated, sustainable, and well-governed solutions reach the market. At every step, the decision to move forward belongs to the entire <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> community.</p>
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<strong>The Question:</strong> <em>"Does the world need this?"</em><br />
Entrepreneurs and early adopters rally a vibrant community around a solution, showing real traction in people and resources. </p>
<p><strong>Thresholds to advance:</strong><br />
- [ ] Financial target reached<br />
- [ ] Official <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> Business Plan ready<br />
- [ ] <abbr title="Strategic core of Smartup creation phases. Composed of all Team Captains and the initiating entrepreneur.">Leadership Team</abbr> formed<br />
- [ ] Majority community vote </p>
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<strong>The Question:</strong> <em>"How can we build this sustainably and efficiently?"</em><br />
Contributors create blueprints through open collaboration, with rigorous scientific review before development begins. </p>
<p><strong>Thresholds to advance:</strong><br />
- [ ] Financial target reached<br />
- [ ] Design Blueprint delivered<br />
- [ ] <abbr title="Provides scientific oversight, peer review, and sustainability validation. Can halt advancement if standards aren't met.">Science Team</abbr> review passed<br />
- [ ] Majority community vote </p>
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<strong>The Focus:</strong> <em>From thinking to building</em><br />
The community creates an MVP, tests with real citizens, and prepares for launch after scientific and market validation. </p>
<p><strong>Thresholds to advance:</strong><br />
- [ ] Financial target reached<br />
- [ ] Version 1.0 beta tested<br />
- [ ] Market assessment complete<br />
- [ ] Majority community vote </p>
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<strong>The Goal:</strong> <em>Ready for the world</em><br />
Build the team and structure for market launch. Executive team chosen, legal framework set, always with community validation. </p>
<p><strong>Thresholds for launch:</strong><br />
- [ ] Financial target reached<br />
- [ ] Executive team formed<br />
- [ ] Final Business Plan ready<br />
- [ ] Majority community vote </p>
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<p class="admonition-title">The Common Thread</p>
<p>Notice how each phase requires four key elements:<br />
1. <strong>Financial sustainability</strong> – Resources to continue<br />
2. <strong>Concrete deliverable</strong> – Something tangible produced<br />
3. <strong>Expert validation</strong> – Scientific or market review<br />
4. <strong>Democratic approval</strong> – The community decides </p>
<p>This ensures what's being built is wanted, sound, and fully owned by the community at every step.</p>
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<pre class="mermaid"><code>flowchart TB
V[🔍 Validation&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;Prove demand&lt;/sub&gt;]
D[📐 Design&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;Create blueprint&lt;/sub&gt;]
P[🔨 Production&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;Build &amp; test&lt;/sub&gt;]
O[🚀 Organization&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;Launch ready&lt;/sub&gt;]
V -.-&gt;|Community Vote| D
D -.-&gt;|Community Vote| P
P -.-&gt;|Community Vote| O
O ==&gt;|To Market!| M[🌍]
style V stroke:#ffd23f,stroke-width:3px
style D stroke:#ffd23f,stroke-width:3px
style P stroke:#ffd23f,stroke-width:3px
style O stroke:#ffd23f,stroke-width:3px
style M stroke:#8bc34a,stroke-width:3px</code></pre>
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<p class="admonition-title">Why these phases?</p>
<p>Each phase ensures what’s being built is wanted, sound, and fully owned by the community before advancing. Built-in checkpoints—majority votes and scientific reviews—keep momentum aligned with trust and quality at every step.</p>
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<p><strong>Next:</strong> See how <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> teams, roles, and workflows make collective building a reality.</p>
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<p class="admonition-title">What is this?</p>
<p>To create real, relevant technology, a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> can’t just be a loose network—it needs to be a productive, living system. But if nobody has absolute power—not even a CEO—how do decisions get made and meaningful work actually happen? The answer: the <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> is a new kind of “organism” built for collective intelligence and self-organization.</p>
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<h3 id="democratic-by-nature-military-in-execution">Democratic by Nature, Military in Execution<a class="headerlink" href="#democratic-by-nature-military-in-execution" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<p>A <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> is a unique sociotechnical organism that combines democratic governance with military-precision execution. This hybrid design solves a fundamental challenge: how to maintain collective ownership while actually getting things done.</p>
<p><strong>The Design Principle</strong></p>
<p><strong>We are democratic where it matters most</strong>: In the <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr>, every citizen has equal voice, equal vote, equal responsibility. Here we decide WHAT we build and WHY—our mission, values, and strategic direction.</p>
<p><strong>We are disciplined where speed matters</strong>: In the <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr>, we apply military-inspired command structures and proven operational processes. Here we decide HOW we build—with clear roles, accountability, and chains of command.</p>
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<p class="admonition-title">Learning from Failed Models</p>
<p><strong>Pure Democracy Everywhere</strong> = Endless debates, nothing ships<br />
<strong>Pure Hierarchy Everywhere</strong> = Mission drift, worker alienation<br />
<strong>Our Hybrid</strong> = Collective ownership + Professional execution</p>
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<h3 id="smartup-anatomy"><abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> Anatomy<a class="headerlink" href="#smartup-anatomy" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<p>If you could slice a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> open, you’d see something that looks more like a living ecosystem than a traditional corporate pyramid. Instead of strict hierarchy and top-down control, power and responsibility are distributed through a holacratic structure: <strong>nested groups, each supporting the whole.</strong></p>
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<p><em>“Holacracy is a new way of structuring and running your organization that replaces the conventional management hierarchy. Instead of top-down, power is distributed throughout, giving individuals and teams more freedom to self-manage, while staying aligned to the organization’s purpose.”</em><br />
— holacracy.org</p>
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<p>In a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr>, these circles are groups—each one crucial for the whole, each one depending on—and empowering—the next.</p>
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<h2 id="the-six-groups-of-productivity"><span class="twemoji"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M12 0 3 7l1.63 1.27L12 14l7.36-5.73L21 7zm7.37 10.73L12 16.47l-7.38-5.73L3 12l9 7 9-7zm0 5L12 21.47l-7.38-5.73L3 17l9 7 9-7z"/></svg></span> The Six Groups of Productivity<a class="headerlink" href="#the-six-groups-of-productivity" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h2>
<p>A <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> is designed so that all ownership, work, and governance flow through six nested groups.<br />
Think of them as a set of Russian dolls: each group contains smaller subgroups, but all belong to the "mother" at the center, the <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr>.</p>
<p><a class="glightbox" href="../../assets/diagrams/the%206%20groups%20of%20productivity.png" data-type="image" data-width="auto" data-height="auto" data-desc-position="bottom"><img alt="Centered image" src="../../assets/diagrams/the%206%20groups%20of%20productivity.png" style="display: block; margin: 0 auto; width: 400px;" /></a></p>
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<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M17 12V3a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H3a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v14l4-4h10a1 1 0 0 0 1-1m4-6h-2v9H6v2a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h11l4 4V7a1 1 0 0 0-1-1"/></svg></span> <strong>1. <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr></strong></p>
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<p><strong>The heart of the <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr></strong></p>
<p>All citizens (owners) gather here to discuss, propose, vote, and oversee everything. It's the public square for collective direction and accountability.</p>
<p><strong>Members:</strong> All <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> owners<br />
<strong>Moderated by:</strong> <abbr title="Strategic core of Smartup creation phases. Composed of all Team Captains and the initiating entrepreneur.">Leadership Team</abbr></p>
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<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M10 2h4a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h4a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v11a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H4a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8c0-1.11.89-2 2-2h4V4c0-1.11.89-2 2-2m4 4V4h-4v2z"/></svg></span> <strong>2. <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr></strong></p>
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<p><strong>The production engine</strong></p>
<p>Citizens with a work license join to build what matters. Here, talk turns into action: plans become teams, teams build real things.</p>
<p><strong>Members:</strong> All workers (colleagues)<br />
<strong>Moderated by:</strong> <abbr title="Strategic core of Smartup creation phases. Composed of all Team Captains and the initiating entrepreneur.">Leadership Team</abbr></p>
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<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M12 5.5A3.5 3.5 0 0 1 15.5 9a3.5 3.5 0 0 1-3.5 3.5A3.5 3.5 0 0 1 8.5 9 3.5 3.5 0 0 1 12 5.5M5 8c.56 0 1.08.15 1.53.42-.15 1.43.27 2.85 1.13 3.96C7.16 13.34 6.16 14 5 14a3 3 0 0 1-3-3 3 3 0 0 1 3-3m14 0a3 3 0 0 1 3 3 3 3 0 0 1-3 3c-1.16 0-2.16-.66-2.66-1.62a5.54 5.54 0 0 0 1.13-3.96c.45-.27.97-.42 1.53-.42M5.5 18.25c0-2.07 2.91-3.75 6.5-3.75s6.5 1.68 6.5 3.75V20h-13zM0 20v-1.5c0-1.39 1.89-2.56 4.45-2.9-.59.68-.95 1.62-.95 2.65V20zm24 0h-3.5v-1.75c0-1.03-.36-1.97-.95-2.65 2.56.34 4.45 1.51 4.45 2.9z"/></svg></span> <strong>3. Teams</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Home base for specialized work</strong></p>
<p>Every worker joins at least one team—design, development, business. Teams focus effort and harness specific skills toward shared goals.</p>
<p><strong>Members:</strong> Workers in same team (teammates)<br />
<strong>Moderated by:</strong> <abbr title="Elected leader of a Team. Manages roles, approves tasks, allocates budget, and represents the Team in the Leadership Team.">Team Captain</abbr></p>
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<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M2 3h20c1.05 0 2 .95 2 2v14c0 1.05-.95 2-2 2H2c-1.05 0-2-.95-2-2V5c0-1.05.95-2 2-2m12 3v1h8V6zm0 2v1h8V8zm0 2v1h7v-1zm-6 3.91C6 13.91 2 15 2 17v1h12v-1c0-2-4-3.09-6-3.09M8 6a3 3 0 0 0-3 3 3 3 0 0 0 3 3 3 3 0 0 0 3-3 3 3 0 0 0-3-3"/></svg></span> <strong>4. Roles</strong></p>
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<p><strong>How you contribute</strong></p>
<p>In each team, workers apply for roles that fit their talents—UX designer, developer, communicator. Roles define responsibility and access.</p>
<p><strong>Members:</strong> Workers with same role (peers)<br />
<strong>Moderated by:</strong> <abbr title="Elected leader of a Team. Manages roles, approves tasks, allocates budget, and represents the Team in the Leadership Team.">Team Captain</abbr></p>
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<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M11 2v2.07A8 8 0 0 0 4.07 11H2v2h2.07A8 8 0 0 0 11 19.93V22h2v-2.07A8 8 0 0 0 19.93 13H22v-2h-2.07A8 8 0 0 0 13 4.07V2m-2 4.08V8h2V6.09c2.5.41 4.5 2.41 4.92 4.91H16v2h1.91c-.41 2.5-2.41 4.5-4.91 4.92V16h-2v1.91C8.5 17.5 6.5 15.5 6.08 13H8v-2H6.09C6.5 8.5 8.5 6.5 11 6.08M12 11a1 1 0 0 0-1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1-1 1 1 0 0 0-1-1"/></svg></span> <strong>5. <abbr title="Defined missions or sprints within Teams, breaking vision into actionable deliverables.">Objectives</abbr></strong></p>
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<p><strong>What's to be achieved</strong></p>
<p>Teams progress by accomplishing specific missions, like "Create Android app front-end." Each objective unites multiple roles.</p>
<p><strong>Members:</strong> Workers on same objective (squad)<br />
<strong>Moderated by:</strong> <abbr title="Oversees a specific Objective. Maintains progress, assigns tasks, ensures quality.">Mission Leader</abbr></p>
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<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="m10 17-5-5 1.41-1.42L10 14.17l7.59-7.59L19 8m-7-6A10 10 0 0 0 2 12a10 10 0 0 0 10 10 10 10 0 0 0 10-10A10 10 0 0 0 12 2"/></svg></span> <strong>6. Tasks</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Where work happens</strong></p>
<p>The smallest—and most important—unit. Tasks create measurable progress. Complete task, create value, get rewarded.</p>
<p><strong>Members:</strong> Assigned workers<br />
<strong>Moderated by:</strong> <abbr title="Oversees a specific Objective. Maintains progress, assigns tasks, ensures quality.">Mission Leader</abbr></p>
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<p class="admonition-title">The Nested Structure</p>
<p>Each group lives within the one above it:<br>
- <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr> contains → <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr><br>
- <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr> contains → Teams <br>
- Teams contain → Roles<br>
- Roles work on → <abbr title="Defined missions or sprints within Teams, breaking vision into actionable deliverables.">Objectives</abbr><br>
- <abbr title="Defined missions or sprints within Teams, breaking vision into actionable deliverables.">Objectives</abbr> break into → Tasks<br>
This creates clear accountability chains while maintaining democratic oversight at the top.</p>
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<h2 id="the-metabolism-how-a-smartup-lives-and-breathes"><span class="twemoji"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M1 21h22L12 2"/></svg></span> The Metabolism - How a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> Lives and Breathes<a class="headerlink" href="#the-metabolism-how-a-smartup-lives-and-breathes" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h2>
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<p class="admonition-title">What is this?</p>
<p>If the 6 Groups show a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr>'s anatomy (structure), the metabolism shows how it actually functions—how we communicate, make decisions, and get work done through the <abbr title="Attacker–Defender–Midfielder triad. Ensures initiation, review, and automation are always present in work processes.">ADM Triangle</abbr> system powered by the buddy system.</p>
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<p>When we examine a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> as a living organism, we need to understand not just its structure, but how it sustains itself. Just as a body needs circulation and digestion, a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> needs processes for communication, decision-making, and documentation. This is where we discover the <abbr title="Attacker–Defender–Midfielder triad. Ensures initiation, review, and automation are always present in work processes.">ADM Triangle</abbr>—the metabolic engine that powers every interaction.</p>
<h3 id="the-buddy-system-never-work-alone">The <abbr title="A peer partnership model borrowed from military operations where each task or decision involves two people—an Attacker and a Defender—to guarantee accountability, quality, and on-the-job learning.">Buddy System</abbr>: Never Work Alone<a class="headerlink" href="#the-buddy-system-never-work-alone" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<p>At the core of our metabolism lies a simple but powerful principle borrowed from military operations: <strong>you never work alone</strong>. In a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr>, every task, every decision, every action involves at least two people working in partnership.</p>
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<p class="admonition-title">Why Buddies Matter</p>
<p>The buddy system serves multiple vital functions:<br>
- <strong>Accountability</strong>: Freedom with responsibility<br>
- <strong>Support</strong>: Help when stuck or overwhelmed <br>
- <strong>Quality</strong>: Built-in peer review<br>
- <strong>Learning</strong>: Juniors learn by observing seniors<br>
- <strong>Resilience</strong>: No single point of failure<br></p>
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<p><strong>The Learning Loop</strong></p>
<p>What makes our buddy system special is that it's designed as a learning mechanism:</p>
<pre class="mermaid"><code>graph LR
J[Junior Role&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;Defender/Assistant&lt;/sub&gt;]
S[Senior Role&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;Attacker/Worker&lt;/sub&gt;]
T[Task Execution]
L[Learning &amp; Growth]
S --&gt;|Performs| T
J --&gt;|Observes &amp; Assists| T
T --&gt;|Creates| L
L --&gt;|Promotes| J
J -.-&gt;|Becomes| S </code></pre>
<p><strong>The 90/10 Split</strong>: When a task is completed:
- Worker (Senior) receives 90% of the budget<br>
- Assistant (Junior) receives 10%<br></p>
<p>This isn't just payment for monitoring—it's investment in developing the next generation of senior contributors.</p>
<h3 id="the-adm-triangle-our-operating-system">The <abbr title="Attacker–Defender–Midfielder triad. Ensures initiation, review, and automation are always present in work processes.">ADM Triangle</abbr>: Our Operating System<a class="headerlink" href="#the-adm-triangle-our-operating-system" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<p>Building on the buddy system, every interaction in a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> follows the <strong>Attacker, Defender, Midfielder</strong> (ADM) pattern:</p>
<pre class="mermaid"><code>graph TD
A[Attacker/Senior&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;Drives action forward&lt;/sub&gt;]
D[Defender/Junior&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;Learns while ensuring quality&lt;/sub&gt;]
M[Midfielder/Bot&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;Coordinates &amp; documents&lt;/sub&gt;]
A &lt;--&gt; M
D &lt;--&gt; M
A -.-&gt;|Mentors| D
</code></pre>
<p><strong>How It Works in Practice</strong></p>
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<p class="admonition-title">ADM in Action: <abbr title="See *6_tasks*.">Task</abbr> Execution</p>
<p><strong>Scenario</strong>: A senior developer takes on the task "Deploy emergency mesh network prototype"<br>
1. <strong>Senior Developer (Attacker)</strong>: Implements solution, explains decisions<br>
2. <strong>Junior Developer (Defender)</strong>: Assists, learns patterns, validates effort<br>
3. <strong>Bot (Midfielder)</strong>: Logs activity, manages check-ins<br>
The junior isn't just watching—they're actively learning deployment processes, understanding architectural decisions, and preparing to lead similar tasks in the future.</p>
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<div class="admonition quote">
<p class="admonition-title">Learning by Doing</p>
<p>"The assistant learns how the worker solves a specific task and gains knowledge and skills. Defenders are literally learning to become seniors."</p>
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<h3 id="beyond-surveillance-a-learning-organization">Beyond Surveillance: A Learning Organization<a class="headerlink" href="#beyond-surveillance-a-learning-organization" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<div class="admonition warning">
<p class="admonition-title">This Isn't About Control</p>
<p>Traditional organizations use monitoring for compliance and control. In a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr>, the buddy system creates a learning environment where:<br>
- Juniors gain real experience with safety nets<br>
- Seniors develop mentoring and leadership skills<br>
- Knowledge spreads organically through the organization<br>
- No one carries administrative burden alone<br>
<strong>The defender role isn't a watchdog—it's an apprenticeship. This transforms what could feel like surveillance into an opportunity for growth.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>The Freedom to Shift: Horizontal Career Development</strong></p>
<p>What makes <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> identity truly revolutionary is <strong>voluntary role shifting</strong>. Unlike traditional organizations where you're locked into your expertise, we embrace career fluidity.</p>
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<p class="admonition-title"><abbr title="See *4_roles*.">Role</abbr> Shifting in Practice</p>
<p><strong>Marcus has been a senior backend developer for 5 years. He's excellent at it, but getting bored.</strong><br>
<strong>Traditional Organization</strong>: Marcus is stuck. His value is tied to his seniority in backend. Moving to UX means starting over, losing status and pay.<br>
<strong>In a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr></strong>: Marcus can:<br>
- Continue taking senior backend tasks when he wants (90% as attacker)<br>
- Join the UX team as a junior member<br>
- Take on UX tasks as a defender (10%, learning from senior UX designers)<br>
- Gradually build UX skills while maintaining backend income<br>
- Eventually take on senior UX roles as skills develop<br>
<strong>Result</strong>: Marcus expands his skillset, stays engaged, and the <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> gains a developer who understands both backend AND user experience.</p>
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<div class="admonition tip">
<p class="admonition-title">Why This Matters</p>
<p><strong>For Individuals</strong>:
- Never get trapped in a single role<br>
- Learn new skills while earning<br>
- Find renewed passion through variety<br>
- Build cross-functional understanding<br>
<strong>For the <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr></strong>:<br>
- Retain talented people who might otherwise leave from boredom<br>
- Create bridges between teams through shared members<br>
- Build resilience—more people can cover more roles<br>
- Foster innovation through cross-pollination<br></p>
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<p><strong>The Learning Economy</strong></p>
<p>This fluid identity system creates what we call a <strong>learning economy</strong>:</p>
<pre class="mermaid"><code>graph LR
SE[Senior Expert&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;Feeling Stagnant&lt;/sub&gt;]
JL[Junior Learner&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;in New Domain&lt;/sub&gt;]
ME[Multi-skilled Expert&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;Cross-functional&lt;/sub&gt;]
IV[Increased Value&lt;br/&gt;&lt;sub&gt;To Individual &amp; Smartup&lt;/sub&gt;]
SE --&gt;|Chooses to Explore| JL
JL --&gt;|Learns Through Tasks| ME
ME --&gt;|Creates| IV
IV --&gt;|Enables More| SE</code></pre>
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<p class="admonition-title">Breaking the Specialization Trap</p>
<p>"Traditional organizations want you to stay in your box—it's easier to manage. But humans aren't meant to do one thing forever. A <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> embraces our natural desire to grow, learn, and evolve."</p>
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<p>Why Identity Shifting Matters</p>
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<p class="admonition-title">Identity in Action</p>
<p>Sarah is a senior developer who's curious about business development. Watch her fluid day:<br>
<strong>9:00 AM - <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr></strong>: As a CITIZEN, she votes on strategic direction, her voice equal to everyone's.<br>
<strong>9:30 AM - <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr></strong>: As a COLLEAGUE, she discusses overall progress in the OSBP.<br>
<strong>10:00 AM - Dev <abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr></strong>: As a senior TEAM MEMBER, she guides technical architecture decisions.<br>
<strong>11:00 AM - <abbr title="See *6_tasks*.">Task</abbr> #42</strong>: As an ATTACKER, she codes a critical feature (earning 90% of task value).<br>
<strong>2:00 PM - <abbr title="Team responsible for business strategy, marketing, financial planning, and the Official Smartup Business Plan (OSBP).">Business Team</abbr></strong>: As a junior TEAM MEMBER, she joins market research discussions.<br>
<strong>3:00 PM - <abbr title="See *6_tasks*.">Task</abbr> #78</strong>: As a DEFENDER, she assists on a competitor analysis task, learning from the senior business developer (earning 10% while learning).<br>
<strong>End of Day</strong>: Sarah earned well from her senior work AND gained business skills. The <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> gets a developer who understands market pressures.<br></p>
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<div class="admonition tip">
<p class="admonition-title">The Power of Context</p>
<p>By explicitly naming who we are in each space, we: <br>
- Prevent power dynamics from poisoning collaboration<br>
- Create psychological safety for honest communication<br>
- Enable rapid context switching without confusion<br>
- Build empathy by experiencing multiple perspectives<br>
- Allow graceful transition between expert and learner modes<br></p>
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<p><strong>Making the Shift</strong>
Switching roles in a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> is designed to be frictionless:</p>
<ul>
<li>See an interesting team? Join their public channel <br></li>
<li>Want to learn? Apply for junior roles in that team<br></li>
<li>Keep earning: Maintain senior roles in your expertise area<br></li>
<li>Grow gradually: Take on more advanced tasks as you learn<br></li>
<li>No permission needed: Your career path is yours to design<br></li>
</ul>
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<h3 id="identity-protocols-who-we-become-in-each-space">Identity Protocols: Who We Become in Each Space<a class="headerlink" href="#identity-protocols-who-we-become-in-each-space" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<div class="admonition info">
<p class="admonition-title">What is this?</p>
<p>As we move between the 6 groups, we don't just change what we do—we change who we are. These identity protocols teach us how to show up in each space for maximum collective effective$</p>
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<p><strong>The Six Identities We Embody</strong></p>
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<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M17 12V3a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H3a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v14l4-4h10a1 1 0 0 0 1-1m4-6h-2v9H6v2a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h11l4 4V7a1 1 0 0 0-1-1"/></svg></span> <strong>In the <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr></strong>
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<strong>We are CITIZENS</strong></p>
<p>Equal voice, equal vote, equal responsibility. Here, the newest contributor has the same rights as the founding team. We debate, propose, and decide as equals.</p>
<p><em>"In this space, I am a citizen with rights and obligations"</em></p>
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<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M10 2h4a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h4a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v11a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H4a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8c0-1.11.89-2 2-2h4V4c0-1.11.89-2 2-2m4 4V4h-4v2z"/></svg></span> <strong>In the <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr></strong>
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<strong>We are COLLEAGUES</strong></p>
<p>United by shared mission. We may have different skills and tasks, but we're all building toward the same vision. Collaboration over competition.</p>
<p><em>"In this space, I am a colleague working for our shared idea"</em></p>
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<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M12 5.5A3.5 3.5 0 0 1 15.5 9a3.5 3.5 0 0 1-3.5 3.5A3.5 3.5 0 0 1 8.5 9 3.5 3.5 0 0 1 12 5.5M5 8c.56 0 1.08.15 1.53.42-.15 1.43.27 2.85 1.13 3.96C7.16 13.34 6.16 14 5 14a3 3 0 0 1-3-3 3 3 0 0 1 3-3m14 0a3 3 0 0 1 3 3 3 3 0 0 1-3 3c-1.16 0-2.16-.66-2.66-1.62a5.54 5.54 0 0 0 1.13-3.96c.45-.27.97-.42 1.53-.42M5.5 18.25c0-2.07 2.91-3.75 6.5-3.75s6.5 1.68 6.5 3.75V20h-13zM0 20v-1.5c0-1.39 1.89-2.56 4.45-2.9-.59.68-.95 1.62-.95 2.65V20zm24 0h-3.5v-1.75c0-1.03-.36-1.97-.95-2.65 2.56.34 4.45 1.51 4.45 2.9z"/></svg></span> <strong>In Teams</strong>
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<strong>We are TEAM MEMBERS</strong></p>
<p>Aligned on objectives. We coordinate our diverse skills toward specific goals, supporting each other's growth and success.</p>
<p><em>"In this space, I am a team member working on our objectives"</em></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M2 3h20c1.05 0 2 .95 2 2v14c0 1.05-.95 2-2 2H2c-1.05 0-2-.95-2-2V5c0-1.05.95-2 2-2m12 3v1h8V6zm0 2v1h8V8zm0 2v1h7v-1zm-6 3.91C6 13.91 2 15 2 17v1h12v-1c0-2-4-3.09-6-3.09M8 6a3 3 0 0 0-3 3 3 3 0 0 0 3 3 3 3 0 0 0 3-3 3 3 0 0 0-3-3"/></svg></span> <strong>In Roles</strong>
---
<strong>We are PEERS</strong></p>
<p>Sharing expertise. Whether senior or junior, we're united by our craft, helping each other improve and solve technical challenges.</p>
<p><em>"In this space, I am a peer sharing skills and knowledge"</em></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M11 2v2.07A8 8 0 0 0 4.07 11H2v2h2.07A8 8 0 0 0 11 19.93V22h2v-2.07A8 8 0 0 0 19.93 13H22v-2h-2.07A8 8 0 0 0 13 4.07V2m-2 4.08V8h2V6.09c2.5.41 4.5 2.41 4.92 4.91H16v2h1.91c-.41 2.5-2.41 4.5-4.91 4.92V16h-2v1.91C8.5 17.5 6.5 15.5 6.08 13H8v-2H6.09C6.5 8.5 8.5 6.5 11 6.08M12 11a1 1 0 0 0-1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1-1 1 1 0 0 0-1-1"/></svg></span> <strong>In <abbr title="Defined missions or sprints within Teams, breaking vision into actionable deliverables.">Objectives</abbr></strong>
---
<strong>We are SQUAD MEMBERS</strong></p>
<p>Aligned on objectives. We coordinate our diverse skills toward specific goals, supporting each other's growth and success.</p>
<p><em>"In this space, I am a team member working on our objectives"</em></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M2 3h20c1.05 0 2 .95 2 2v14c0 1.05-.95 2-2 2H2c-1.05 0-2-.95-2-2V5c0-1.05.95-2 2-2m12 3v1h8V6zm0 2v1h8V8zm0 2v1h7v-1zm-6 3.91C6 13.91 2 15 2 17v1h12v-1c0-2-4-3.09-6-3.09M8 6a3 3 0 0 0-3 3 3 3 0 0 0 3 3 3 3 0 0 0 3-3 3 3 0 0 0-3-3"/></svg></span> <strong>In Roles</strong>
---
<strong>We are PEERS</strong></p>
<p>Sharing expertise. Whether senior or junior, we're united by our craft, helping each other improve and solve technical challenges.</p>
<p><em>"In this space, I am a peer sharing skills and knowledge"</em></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M11 2v2.07A8 8 0 0 0 4.07 11H2v2h2.07A8 8 0 0 0 11 19.93V22h2v-2.07A8 8 0 0 0 19.93 13H22v-2h-2.07A8 8 0 0 0 13 4.07V2m-2 4.08V8h2V6.09c2.5.41 4.5 2.41 4.92 4.91H16v2h1.91c-.41 2.5-2.41 4.5-4.91 4.92V16h-2v1.91C8.5 17.5 6.5 15.5 6.08 13H8v-2H6.09C6.5 8.5 8.5 6.5 11 6.08M12 11a1 1 0 0 0-1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1-1 1 1 0 0 0-1-1"/></svg></span> <strong>In <abbr title="Defined missions or sprints within Teams, breaking vision into actionable deliverables.">Objectives</abbr></strong>
---
<strong>We are SQUAD MEMBERS</strong></p>
<p>Present and focused. We're here now, working on this specific mission, coordinating in real-time to achieve our goal.</p>
<p><em>"In this space, I am a squad member present and engaged"</em></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="m10 17-5-5 1.41-1.42L10 14.17l7.59-7.59L19 8m-7-6A10 10 0 0 0 2 12a10 10 0 0 0 10 10 10 10 0 0 0 10-10A10 10 0 0 0 12 2"/></svg></span> <strong>In Tasks</strong>
---
<strong>We are ATTACKERS &amp; DEFENDERS</strong></p>
<p>Executing with discipline. We take on specific roles—driving work forward or ensuring quality—with clear accountability.</p>
<p><em>"In this space, I am actively attacking or defending this task"</em></p>
</li>
</ul>
</div>
<p><strong>Why Identity Shifting Matters</strong></p>
<div class="admonition example">
<p class="admonition-title">Identity in Action</p>
<p><strong>Sarah is a senior developer in <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> Zero. Watch how she shifts:</strong></p>
<p><strong>9:00 AM - <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr></strong>: As a CITIZEN, she votes on whether to pursue mesh networking, weighing in equally with designers and business developers.</p>
<p><strong>9:30 AM - <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr></strong>: As a COLLEAGUE, she reviews the overall <abbr title="First pilot project of Smartup Zero—an open-source emergency mesh network prototype for smartphones that functions when all other networks fail.">ONLIFE</abbr> roadmap, offering technical insights while respecting other disciplines.</p>
<p><strong>10:00 AM - Dev <abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr></strong>: As a TEAM MEMBER, she coordinates with other developers on the sprint plan.</p>
<p><strong>10:30 AM - Backend <abbr title="See *4_roles*.">Role</abbr></strong>: As a PEER, she mentors a junior backend developer struggling with mesh protocols.</p>
<p><strong>11:00 AM - "Build MVP" <abbr title="See *5_objectives*.">Objective</abbr></strong>: As a SQUAD MEMBER, she syncs with frontend and QA on today's integration.</p>
<p><strong>11:30 AM - <abbr title="See *6_tasks*.">Task</abbr> #42</strong>: As an ATTACKER, she codes the mesh discovery feature while her junior DEFENDER reviews and learns.</p>
</div>
<div class="admonition tip">
<p class="admonition-title">The Power of Context</p>
<p>By explicitly naming who we are in each space, we:<br>
- Prevent power dynamics from poisoning collaboration<br>
- Create psychological safety for honest communication<br><br />
- Enable rapid context switching without confusion<br>
- Build empathy by experiencing multiple perspectives<br></p>
</div>
<p><strong>Learning the Dance</strong>
New contributors often struggle with identity shifting at first. That's normal—we're conditioned by traditional organizations to maintain rigid roles. But with practice, this fluidity becomes natural and empowering.</p>
<div class="admonition warning">
<p class="admonition-title">Identity Discipline</p>
<p>These aren't just nice ideas—they're operational requirements. In our <abbr title="The decentralized, encrypted chat and collaboration platform (Matrix protocol with the Element client) used for governance, team coordination, and bot integration.">Matrix/Element</abbr> spaces, channels are named and moderated to reinforce these identities. Bringing "boss energy" to a peer space or "individual contributor" mindset to the <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr> disrupts our collective intelligence</p>
</div>
<h3 id="the-meta-transparency-layer-adm-between-groups">The Meta-Transparency Layer: ADM Between Groups<a class="headerlink" href="#the-meta-transparency-layer-adm-between-groups" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<div class="admonition info">
<p class="admonition-title">What is this?</p>
<p>The <abbr title="Attacker–Defender–Midfielder triad. Ensures initiation, review, and automation are always present in work processes.">ADM Triangle</abbr> doesn't just operate within groups—it creates a transparency cascade from the outside world all the way down to individual tasks, ensuring accountability and alignment at every level.</p>
</div>
<p>We've seen how the <abbr title="Attacker–Defender–Midfielder triad. Ensures initiation, review, and automation are always present in work processes.">ADM Triangle</abbr> works within each group. But the true power emerges when we see how it connects the groups themselves, creating what we call the <strong>meta-transparency layer</strong>—a complete chain of accountability from public oversight to task execution.</p>
<p><strong>The Oversight Cascade</strong></p>
<p>Each group in our 6-layer structure maintains oversight of the group below it through its own <abbr title="Attacker–Defender–Midfielder triad. Ensures initiation, review, and automation are always present in work processes.">ADM Triangle</abbr>:</p>
<div class="grid cards">
<ul>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M17.9 17.39c-.26-.8-1.01-1.39-1.9-1.39h-1v-3a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H8v-2h2a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V7h2a2 2 0 0 0 2-2v-.41a7.984 7.984 0 0 1 2.9 12.8M11 19.93c-3.95-.49-7-3.85-7-7.93 0-.62.08-1.22.21-1.79L9 15v1a2 2 0 0 0 2 2m1-16A10 10 0 0 0 2 12a10 10 0 0 0 10 10 10 10 0 0 0 10-10A10 10 0 0 0 12 2"/></svg></span> <strong><abbr title="The public-facing, static website and primary transparency layer for the Smartup Zero experiment. Shows latest progress, business plan, team structure, roles, and documentation.">0_timeline</abbr> → <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr></strong> <br>
<strong>A</strong>: Citizens taking initiative with proposals/votes<br>
<strong>D</strong>: Leadership team ensuring quality moderation<br>
<strong>M</strong>: Bot documents everything to <abbr title="The public-facing, static website and primary transparency layer for the Smartup Zero experiment. Shows latest progress, business plan, team structure, roles, and documentation.">0_timeline</abbr><br>
<em>The outside world sees our governance in action</em></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M17 12V3a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H3a1 1 0 0 0-1 1v14l4-4h10a1 1 0 0 0 1-1m4-6h-2v9H6v2a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h11l4 4V7a1 1 0 0 0-1-1"/></svg></span> <strong><abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr> → <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr></strong><br>
<strong>A</strong>: Colleagues taking initiative with work<br>
<strong>D</strong>: Leadership team ensuring OSBP compliance<br>
<strong>M</strong>: Bot reports progress to <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr><br>
<em>Citizens oversee how work gets done</em></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M10 2h4a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h4a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v11a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H4a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8c0-1.11.89-2 2-2h4V4c0-1.11.89-2 2-2m4 4V4h-4v2z"/></svg></span> <strong><abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr> → Teams</strong><br>
<strong>A</strong>: <abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr> members taking initiative in teams<br>
<strong>D</strong>: <abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr> captains ensuring strategy/budgets<br>
<strong>M</strong>: Bot reports team health to <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr><br>
<em>Colleagues oversee team formation</em></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M12 5.5A3.5 3.5 0 0 1 15.5 9a3.5 3.5 0 0 1-3.5 3.5A3.5 3.5 0 0 1 8.5 9 3.5 3.5 0 0 1 12 5.5M5 8c.56 0 1.08.15 1.53.42-.15 1.43.27 2.85 1.13 3.96C7.16 13.34 6.16 14 5 14a3 3 0 0 1-3-3 3 3 0 0 1 3-3m14 0a3 3 0 0 1 3 3 3 3 0 0 1-3 3c-1.16 0-2.16-.66-2.66-1.62a5.54 5.54 0 0 0 1.13-3.96c.45-.27.97-.42 1.53-.42M5.5 18.25c0-2.07 2.91-3.75 6.5-3.75s6.5 1.68 6.5 3.75V20h-13zM0 20v-1.5c0-1.39 1.89-2.56 4.45-2.9-.59.68-.95 1.62-.95 2.65V20zm24 0h-3.5v-1.75c0-1.03-.36-1.97-.95-2.65 2.56.34 4.45 1.51 4.45 2.9z"/></svg></span> <strong>Teams → Roles</strong><br>
<strong>A</strong>: Peers taking initiative in skill areas<br>
<strong>D</strong>: <abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr> captain ensuring roles are filled<br>
<strong>M</strong>: Bot reports role coverage to Teams<br>
<em>Teams oversee skill distribution</em></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M2 3h20c1.05 0 2 .95 2 2v14c0 1.05-.95 2-2 2H2c-1.05 0-2-.95-2-2V5c0-1.05.95-2 2-2m12 3v1h8V6zm0 2v1h8V8zm0 2v1h7v-1zm-6 3.91C6 13.91 2 15 2 17v1h12v-1c0-2-4-3.09-6-3.09M8 6a3 3 0 0 0-3 3 3 3 0 0 0 3 3 3 3 0 0 0 3-3 3 3 0 0 0-3-3"/></svg></span> <strong>Roles → <abbr title="Defined missions or sprints within Teams, breaking vision into actionable deliverables.">Objectives</abbr></strong><br>
<strong>A</strong>: Squad members taking initiative on missions<br>
<strong>D</strong>: Mission leaders ensuring coordination<br>
<strong>M</strong>: Bot reports objective progress to Roles<br>
<em>Peers oversee objective participation</em></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M11 2v2.07A8 8 0 0 0 4.07 11H2v2h2.07A8 8 0 0 0 11 19.93V22h2v-2.07A8 8 0 0 0 19.93 13H22v-2h-2.07A8 8 0 0 0 13 4.07V2m-2 4.08V8h2V6.09c2.5.41 4.5 2.41 4.92 4.91H16v2h1.91c-.41 2.5-2.41 4.5-4.91 4.92V16h-2v1.91C8.5 17.5 6.5 15.5 6.08 13H8v-2H6.09C6.5 8.5 8.5 6.5 11 6.08M12 11a1 1 0 0 0-1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1-1 1 1 0 0 0-1-1"/></svg></span> <strong><abbr title="Defined missions or sprints within Teams, breaking vision into actionable deliverables.">Objectives</abbr> → Tasks</strong><br>
<strong>A</strong>: Worker taking initiative to complete<br>
<strong>D</strong>: Assistant ensuring quality/learning<br>
<strong>M</strong>: Bot reports task status to <abbr title="Defined missions or sprints within Teams, breaking vision into actionable deliverables.">Objectives</abbr><br>
<em>Squads oversee task execution</em></p>
</li>
</ul>
</div>
<p>** The Complete Transparency Flow**</p>
<pre class="mermaid"><code>graph TD
OT[0_timeline&lt;br/&gt;Outside World]
GF[1_general_forum&lt;br/&gt;All Citizens]
WP[2_workplace&lt;br/&gt;All Colleagues]
TM[3_teams&lt;br/&gt;Team Members]
RL[4_roles&lt;br/&gt;Peers]
OB[5_objectives&lt;br/&gt;Squad Members]
TS[6_tasks&lt;br/&gt;Worker + Assistant]
OT --&gt;|oversees| GF
GF --&gt;|oversees| WP
WP --&gt;|oversees| TM
TM --&gt;|oversees| RL
RL --&gt;|oversees| OB
OB --&gt;|oversees| TS
TS -.-&gt;|reports up| OB
OB -.-&gt;|reports up| RL
RL -.-&gt;|reports up| TM
TM -.-&gt;|reports up| WP
WP -.-&gt;|reports up| GF
GF -.-&gt;|reports up| OT</code></pre>
<div class="admonition example">
<p class="admonition-title">A Complete Flow Example</p>
<p>Let's follow a decision from inception to execution:<br><br>
<strong>Day 1 - Citizen Initiative</strong>:<br>
In the <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr>, citizens (A) propose adding mesh networking to <abbr title="First pilot project of Smartup Zero—an open-source emergency mesh network prototype for smartphones that functions when all other networks fail.">ONLIFE</abbr>. Leadership team (D) facilitates discussion. Bot (M) publishes proposal to <abbr title="The public-facing, static website and primary transparency layer for the Smartup Zero experiment. Shows latest progress, business plan, team structure, roles, and documentation.">0_timeline</abbr>.<br><br>
<strong>Day 3 - Vote Passes</strong>:<br>
Colleagues in <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr> (A) volunteer to implement. Leadership team (D) ensures it fits OSBP. Bot (M) reports commitment to <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr>.<br><br>
<strong>Day 5 - <abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr> Forms</strong>:<br>
Dev team members (A) organize around mesh networking. <abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr> captain (D) allocates budget and strategy. Bot (M) reports team formation to <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr>.<br><br>
<strong>Day 7 - Roles Activate</strong>:<br>
Backend peers (A) define mesh protocol skills needed. <abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr> captain (D) ensures roles are properly staffed. Bot (M) reports skill gaps to Teams.<br><br>
<strong>Day 10 - <abbr title="See *5_objectives*.">Objective</abbr> Launches</strong>:<br>
Squad members (A) begin "Build Mesh Prototype" objective. Mission leader (D) coordinates resources. Bot (M) reports progress to Roles.<br><br>
<strong>Day 12 - Tasks Execute</strong>:<br>
Senior dev (A) codes mesh discovery feature. Junior dev (D) assists and learns. Bot (M) logs 4 hours work, reports completion to <abbr title="See *5_objectives*.">Objective</abbr>.<br><br>
<strong>Result</strong>: Complete transparency from public proposal to code commit. Every stakeholder can trace the path.</p>
</div>
<div class="admonition tip">
<p class="admonition-title">Why This Matters</p>
<p>Traditional organizations hide their operations behind closed doors. Our meta-transparency means:<br>
- Public can see how decisions become reality<br>
- Citizens can track their proposals through execution<br>
- Workers understand why they're building what they're building<br>
- No black boxes, no hidden agendas<br>
- Trust through transparency at every level</p>
</div>
<div class="admonition warning">
<p class="admonition-title">Information Overload?</p>
<p>With transparency at every level, we risk drowning in data. That's why the bot middleware is crucial—it filters and summarizes, ensuring each level gets the right amount of detail. Citizens don't see every git commit; task workers don't get flooded with governance debates.</p>
</div>
<hr />
<h2 id="the-official-smartup-business-plan-osbp"><span class="twemoji"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M4 4v18h16v2H4c-1.1 0-2-.9-2-2V4zm11 3h5.5L15 1.5zM8 0h8l6 6v12c0 1.11-.89 2-2 2H8a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V2c0-1.11.89-2 2-2m9 16v-2H8v2zm3-4v-2H8v2z"/></svg></span> The Official <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> Business Plan (OSBP)<a class="headerlink" href="#the-official-smartup-business-plan-osbp" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h2>
<div class="admonition info">
<p class="admonition-title">What is this?</p>
<p>The OSBP is the living, breathing constitution of a <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr>—where an entrepreneur's vision transforms into collective property through democratic participation and continuous evolution.</p>
</div>
<h3 id="from-my-idea-to-our-mission">From "My Idea" to "Our Mission"<a class="headerlink" href="#from-my-idea-to-our-mission" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<p>Every <abbr title="A digital cooperative that builds tools for resilience and SDG advancement through transparent, collective systems.">Smartup</abbr> begins with an entrepreneur who sees a solution to an SDG challenge. But unlike traditional startups where founders retain control, the OSBP is the mechanism for transferring ownership to the collective.</p>
<pre class="mermaid"><code>flowchart TB
E[Entrepreneur&lt;br/&gt;Vision v0.1] --&gt; C[Community&lt;br/&gt;Validation]
C --&gt; T[Teams Add&lt;br/&gt;Assessments]
T --&gt; V1[OSBP v1.0&lt;br/&gt;Design Phase]
V1 --&gt; V2[OSBP v2.0&lt;br/&gt;Production]
V2 --&gt; V3[OSBP v3.0&lt;br/&gt;Organization]
V3 --&gt; V4[OSBP v4.0&lt;br/&gt;Market Ready]
style E fill:#ff6b6b
style V4 fill:#8bc34a</code></pre>
<h3 id="the-three-groundings">The Three Groundings<a class="headerlink" href="#the-three-groundings" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<p>Every OSBP must establish legitimacy through three essential groundings:</p>
<div class="grid cards">
<ul>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M17.9 17.39c-.26-.8-1.01-1.39-1.9-1.39h-1v-3a1 1 0 0 0-1-1H8v-2h2a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V7h2a2 2 0 0 0 2-2v-.41a7.984 7.984 0 0 1 2.9 12.8M11 19.93c-3.95-.49-7-3.85-7-7.93 0-.62.08-1.22.21-1.79L9 15v1a2 2 0 0 0 2 2m1-16A10 10 0 0 0 2 12a10 10 0 0 0 10 10 10 10 0 0 0 10-10A10 10 0 0 0 12 2"/></svg></span> <strong>SDG Grounding</strong>
---<br>
Which SDGs does this address?<br>
Why is this problem critical?<br>
How does our solution help?<br>
What's the measurable impact?<br>
Links to UN frameworks<br></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M6 22a3 3 0 0 1-3-3c0-.6.18-1.16.5-1.63L9 7.81V6a1 1 0 0 1-1-1V4a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h4a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v1a1 1 0 0 1-1 1v1.81l5.5 9.56c.32.47.5 1.03.5 1.63a3 3 0 0 1-3 3zm-1-3a1 1 0 0 0 1 1h12a1 1 0 0 0 1-1c0-.21-.07-.41-.18-.57l-2.29-3.96L14 17l-5.07-5.07-3.75 6.5c-.11.16-.18.36-.18.57m8-9a1 1 0 0 0-1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1-1 1 1 0 0 0-1-1"/></svg></span> <strong>Scientific Grounding</strong>
---<br>
Evidence the solution works<br>
Research backing approach<br>
Technical feasibility studies<br>
Peer-reviewed references<br>
Testable hypotheses<br></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span class="twemoji lg middle"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24"><path d="M16 17v2H2v-2s0-4 7-4 7 4 7 4m-3.5-9.5A3.5 3.5 0 1 0 9 11a3.5 3.5 0 0 0 3.5-3.5m3.44 5.5A5.32 5.32 0 0 1 18 17v2h4v-2s0-3.63-6.06-4M15 4a3.4 3.4 0 0 0-1.93.59 5 5 0 0 1 0 5.82A3.4 3.4 0 0 0 15 11a3.5 3.5 0 0 0 0-7"/></svg></span> <strong>Democratic Grounding</strong>
---<br>
The validation test:<br>
Current owners: X joined<br>
Target owners: Y needed<br>
Funding: €X of €Y goal<br>
Teams forming: X of Y needed<br>
<strong>"Do enough people want this?"</strong><br></p>
</li>
</ul>
</div>
<div class="admonition tip">
<p class="admonition-title">Why Three Groundings?</p>
<p><strong>SDG</strong>: Ensures we're solving real planetary problems<br>
<strong>Scientific</strong>: Proves our solution can actually work<br>
<strong>Democratic</strong>: Tests if enough people care to make it happen<br><br>
Together, they prevent building solutions nobody needs.</p>
</div>
<h3 id="the-democratic-test">The Democratic Test<a class="headerlink" href="#the-democratic-test" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<p>The democratic grounding is the entrepreneur's ultimate reality check:</p>
<div class="admonition quote">
<p class="admonition-title">From 'I Think' to 'We Know'</p>
<p>"I think this is a good idea and I've done my homework. Now let's find out if enough other people agree and want this as badly as I do. Not through surveys or likes, but through real commitment—joining as owners, contributing funds, volunteering skills. If we can't rally enough people in validation, we shouldn't build it."</p>
</div>
<p>This democratic grounding happens through:<br>
- <strong>Crowdfunding success</strong>: People vote with their wallets<br>
- <strong><abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr> formation</strong>: Skilled people volunteer their time<br>
- <strong>Owner recruitment</strong>: Citizens join the mission<br>
- <strong>Financial thresholds</strong>: Real money proves real demand<br>
- <strong>Active participation</strong>: Not just watchers but builders<br></p>
<p>By the end of validation, we don't guess there's demand—we've proven it through collective action.</p>
<h3 id="osbp-structure-for-validation-phase">OSBP Structure for Validation Phase<a class="headerlink" href="#osbp-structure-for-validation-phase" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<p>The OSBP sections map directly to team responsibilities:</p>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Section</th>
<th>Responsible <abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr></th>
<th>Core Questions</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>1. Executive Summary</strong></td>
<td><abbr title="Strategic core of Smartup creation phases. Composed of all Team Captains and the initiating entrepreneur.">Leadership Team</abbr></td>
<td>Why does the world need this? What's our vision?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>2. Design Blueprint</strong></td>
<td><abbr title="Handles UX, interface, branding, prototyping, and design blueprints. Works closely with Development and Science Teams.">Design Team</abbr></td>
<td>How will it work from user perspective?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>3. Development Blueprint</strong></td>
<td><abbr title="Technical core of the Smartup. Builds and tests product or service (frontend, backend, security, QA).">Development Team</abbr></td>
<td>How do we build it? What's been built?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>4. Business &amp; Marketing</strong></td>
<td><abbr title="Team responsible for business strategy, marketing, financial planning, and the Official Smartup Business Plan (OSBP).">Business Team</abbr></td>
<td>How does it sustain itself? Validation budget?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>5. Media &amp; Message</strong></td>
<td><abbr title="Handles internal reporting, public relations, social media, and storytelling to keep the community informed.">Media Team</abbr></td>
<td>How do we communicate? What's our voice?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>6. R&amp;D Roadmap</strong></td>
<td><abbr title="Provides scientific oversight, peer review, and sustainability validation. Can halt advancement if standards aren't met.">Science Team</abbr></td>
<td>What research questions must we answer?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>7. Definition of Ready</strong></td>
<td><abbr title="Manages processes between teams, incident management, compliance, documentation, and continuous learning.">Operational Team</abbr></td>
<td>When are we ready for Design Phase?</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3 id="the-living-document-process">The Living Document Process<a class="headerlink" href="#the-living-document-process" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<div class="admonition example">
<p class="admonition-title">How OSBP Updates Work</p>
<p><strong>Day 1</strong>: Design team improves user flow section<br>
<strong>Day 2</strong>: <abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr> captain submits changes to <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr><br>
<strong>Day 2-5</strong>: Lazy consensus period (72 hours)<br>
- No objections from 3+ colleagues = proceed<br>
- Objections = discussion and resolution<br>
<strong>Day 5-7</strong>: <abbr title="See *1_general_forum*.">General Forum</abbr> notification (48 hours)<br>
- Final chance for any owner to raise concerns<br>
<strong>Day 7</strong>: Auto-published to live OSBP on <abbr title="The public-facing, static website and primary transparency layer for the Smartup Zero experiment. Shows latest progress, business plan, team structure, roles, and documentation.">0_timeline</abbr><br></p>
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<pre class="mermaid"><code>flowchart LR
TC[Team Creates&lt;br/&gt;Update] --&gt; WR[Workplace&lt;br/&gt;Review]
WR --&gt;|72hr lazy consensus| GF[General Forum&lt;br/&gt;Notification]
GF --&gt;|48hr final review| PUB[Published to&lt;br/&gt;0_timeline]
WR --&gt;|Objections| DIS[Discussion &amp;&lt;br/&gt;Resolution]
DIS --&gt; WR
style PUB fill:#8bc34a</code></pre>
<h3 id="version-evolution">Version Evolution<a class="headerlink" href="#version-evolution" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Version</th>
<th>Phase</th>
<th>Status</th>
<th>Meaning</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td><strong>v0.1</strong></td>
<td>Pre-validation</td>
<td>Entrepreneur's proposal</td>
<td>Individual vision seeking collective</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>v0.2-0.9</strong></td>
<td>Validation</td>
<td><abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr> assessments added</td>
<td>Collective shaping and ownership</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>v1.0</strong></td>
<td>Design entry</td>
<td>Validated plan</td>
<td>Community approved, ready to design</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>v2.0</strong></td>
<td>Production entry</td>
<td>Designed solution</td>
<td>Blueprints complete, ready to build</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>v3.0</strong></td>
<td>Organization entry</td>
<td>Built product</td>
<td>MVP done, ready to organize</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><strong>v4.0</strong></td>
<td>Market entry</td>
<td>Launch ready</td>
<td>Complete plan for sustainable operation</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3 id="from-assessment-to-leadership">From Assessment to Leadership<a class="headerlink" href="#from-assessment-to-leadership" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<p>The OSBP naturally identifies leaders through work:</p>
<ol>
<li><strong>Teams collaborate</strong> on their OSBP section</li>
<li><strong>Quality contributors emerge</strong> through the writing</li>
<li><strong>Natural coordination</strong> becomes visible</li>
<li><strong><abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr> elects captain</strong> based on demonstrated ability</li>
<li><strong>Captains form</strong> <abbr title="Strategic core of Smartup creation phases. Composed of all Team Captains and the initiating entrepreneur.">Leadership Team</abbr></li>
</ol>
<div class="admonition warning">
<p class="admonition-title">Not a Static Document</p>
<p>Traditional business plans are fiction about the future. The OSBP is living documentation of our evolving reality. Every pivot, every learning, every decision gets captured in real-time.</p>
</div>
<h3 id="access-and-transparency">Access and Transparency<a class="headerlink" href="#access-and-transparency" title="Permanent link">&para;</a></h3>
<p><strong>Where it lives</strong>:<br> Version controlled in <abbr title="The self-hosted Git forge (ethical fork of Gitea) used for code, project boards, issue tracking, Smartup Credits ledger, and CI/CD automation.">Forgejo</abbr>, rendered on <abbr title="The public-facing, static website and primary transparency layer for the Smartup Zero experiment. Shows latest progress, business plan, team structure, roles, and documentation.">0_timeline</abbr><br>
<strong>Who can read</strong>:<br> Everyone (public)<br>
<strong>Who can propose changes</strong>:<br> <abbr title="See *3_teams*.">Team</abbr> members for their sections<br>
<strong>Who approves</strong>:<br> Lazy consensus through <abbr title="See *2_workplace*.">Workplace</abbr> + Forum<br>
<strong>Update frequency</strong>:<br> Continuous as we learn<br></p>
<div class="admonition quote">
<p class="admonition-title">The Document That Binds Us</p>
<p>"The OSBP isn't what we pitch to investors—we don't have any. It's what we promise each other and the world. It's our collective memory, our shared vision, and our operational reality all in one living document."</p>
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