Proposal Brief

The development process for GVCS technologies consists of 28 steps outlined in the GVCS Development Template. Step 8 includes a Proposal Brief -

• Problem statement
• Solution and design rationale
• Conceptual diagram
• Budget
• Clear list of deliverables
• Timeline

After the Proposal Brief is presented by the developer, it is reviewed by a Proposal Review Team based on OSE Specifications.

Key points of the review are assessment of the following properties for the solution proposed:

• Interoperability and modularity within the context of the rest of the GVCS
• Scalability of the solution: in performance based on size or number; in scalability of production of the solution
• Lifetime design
• Design for manufacturability
• Ability to source widely-accessible or local materials
• Design for manual assembly
• Replicability of the solution
• Economic significance based on industry standards
• Distributive economic potential
• Ecological features of the solution
• Contribution to a modern standard of living

A Developer Contract is then signed. The Problem Statement defines the basic need and Solution defines how the need is met. Adherence to OSE Specifications is key.