Induction-Grade Automation
About
About hiring and transitioning from founder to institution without becoming institutionalized.
OSE is transitioning from a founder-centric system to an institution-centric system without bureaucratizing intelligence or slowing innovation. That is the problem most organizations fail to solve.
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For May 1, 2026 - we need to set up process.
If a system cannot automatically generate dimensional drawings, BOMs, and executable build instructions from a single source of truth, it is not induction-grade.
Tasks - RLF Rapid Learning Modules
Now, for cannon to propagate, there are several assets. CAD + cad modification. Do this via AI + freecad + schemas + compiler, or any way possible - so extraction of dimensional drawings and build instruction is automated! This is a real pain point. Second - 3D printed modules - files of 3D prints that can be used in this system to reduce part cost. We can for example print the DC power disconnect, some fittings, and disconnect switch. So we need a protocol with waterjet for metal boxes and 3D printer for parts. We include a protocol for standards approval of built devices, such as UL. We instantiate a process for hiring engineers to develop components, such as inverters, to LOD 1000 which is LOD 500 + Open Source. We then have a protocol for video of the whole build procedure. We have a protocol for scoping of the module in the RLF. We have a process for how to make the most effective practice exercise, rated by the depth of learning such as 5 min vs 1 hour exercise, etc. Then we have protocol for organizing on wiki. We have a protocol for competency test. We have a protocol for replicating modules (such as even Enterprise Track does this - they create training infrastructure for inductees into their business. We have protocol for BOM, Exploded part diagram, FEA, calculations, scalability determination. We have a protocol for remote participation in build, where you tell an unskilled human operator what to do, while meeting standards. QC checklist. Remote QC protocol. We have tooling definition. We have interface design. We have exploded part diagram protocol for the entire house. We have a protocol for remote learning: a person working with a local person, and remote pimping of robodog. We have QR code remote overlays with metadata. We have remote QC protocol with OpenCV. But primary are: CAD-BOM-Build instructions. Everything supports CAD-BOM-Build - all the assets are subset of this. For example, for Build - we have local builder training, and remote builder training. We are defining a new standard for open source induction.
Budget + Revenue
Assumptions (Explicit, Locked)
- Cohort model: 6 EFI builders + 12 CEI participants
- EFI duration: 6 months @ $15,000 / participant
- CEI duration: 3 months @ $4,000 / participant
- FBCC: 10-day orientation @ $2,400 / participant
- Build model: ~1 house / month with 6 full-time builders
- Net contribution per completed house: ~$100,000 (after materials & direct costs)
- No hard presales assumed (open market sales)
- Timeline: Feb 1 registration → May 1 start → 6 months operation
Revenue Summary (6 + 12 Scenario)
| Revenue Source | Unit Count | Unit Price | Gross Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprise Formation Induction (EFI) | 6 | $15,000 | $90,000 |
| Civilization Engineering Induction (CEI) | 12 | $4,000 | $48,000 |
| Future Builder Crash Course (FBCC) | 12 (conservative) | $2,400 | $28,800 |
| House builds (net contribution) | 6 houses (6 months) | ~$100,000 | ~$600,000 |
| Total Gross Revenue (6 months) | ~$766,800 |
Note: House revenue is back-loaded and lumpy; tuition revenue is front-loaded and acts as bridge capital.
Cost Summary
A. One-Time / Capital Costs
| Category | Cost Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Drywall + insulation (9,000 SF building) | $100k–150k | Assumes moderate partition density |
| Initial tooling / setup | $20k–30k | Tools, fixtures, consumables |
| Subtotal – Capital | $120k–180k | One-time |
B. Pre–May 1 Staffing & Prep (≈ 2.5 months)
| Role | Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Canonical Scribe | $15k–20k |
| Induction Ops Lead | $12k–18k |
| Build Systems Lead (ramp) | $15k–20k |
| Facilitators (prep) | $3k–5k |
| Subtotal – Pre-May Staffing | $45k–65k |
C. Post–May 1 Operations (6 Months)
| Category | Monthly Cost | 6-Month Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Ops staffing (site manager, cooks, instructors, facilitators) | $30k–40k | $180k–240k |
| Food (ingredients only) | $4k–6k | $24k–36k |
| Utilities, maintenance, consumables | $3k–5k | $18k–30k |
| Insurance, compliance, misc ops | $2k–3k | $12k–18k |
| Subtotal – 6-Month Ops | $234k–324k |
Total Cost vs Revenue (6-Month Window)
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue (incl. houses) | ~$766,800 |
| Total Costs (low) | ~$399,000 |
| Total Costs (high) | ~$569,000 |
| Net Margin (range) | ~$200k – $370k |
Cash-Flow Reality (Critical Notes)
- Tuition revenue (EFI + CEI + FBCC): ~$167,000 — early, reliable
- House net revenue (~$600k): late and lumpy
- Capital buildout must be funded before first house sale
- Liquidity risk exists until House #1 closes
Bottom-Line Interpretation
- The 6 + 12 model works economically over 6 months
- It is tight but viable without presales
- Survival hinges on:
- maintaining ~1 house/month velocity
- controlling ops burn
- not expanding headcount early
- This configuration proves the model without founder heroics
One-Sentence Truth
The 6-builder + 12-CEI configuration is economically sound if houses are treated as the real business and tuition is treated as bridge capital, not the core revenue.
Budget
| Hire (Role) | Start (Target) | FTE | Monthly Cost (Est.) | Primary Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canonical Scribe (Systems Scribe) | Now / ASAP | 1.0 | $6k–8k | Freeze canon: standards, protocols, definitions; eliminate ambiguity; publish single source of truth |
| Induction Ops Lead (Program Ops) | ~2 weeks after Scribe (by mid-Feb) | 0.75–1.0 | $5k–7k | Run registration/onboarding/scheduling; enforce no-DM policy; handle participant flow for FBCC/CEI/EFI |
| Build Systems Lead | By early March | 1.0 | $7k–9k | Own May 1 performance proof: expertise-embedded workflows, sequencing, measurement, facilitator playbooks |
| Facilitators (2–3 part-time) | By mid-April (2–3 weeks pre–May 1) | PT | $2k–4k | Run floor flow during FBCC/Swarm Build; coordinate groups (facilitation, not supervision) |
Pre–May 1 Budget Summary (Estimated)
| Category | Assumption | Cost Range |
|---|---|---|
| Staffing burn (pre–May 1) | ~2.5 months avg (scribe + ops + build lead ramp + facilitators late) | $50k–$75k |
| Operating reserve / contingency | Materials, tooling, travel, overruns | $10k–$25k |
| Total Pre–May 1 Budget | staffing + contingency | $60k–$100k |
9000 SF Building: Drywall + Insulation Cost (Concept Estimate)
| Buildout Density | Surface Area (SF) | Combined Drywall + Insulation Range |
|---|---|---|
| Open / minimal partitions (2x) | ~18,000 | $70k–$100k |
| Moderate partitions (3x) | ~27,000 | $105k–$150k |
| Dense partitions (4x) | ~36,000 | $140k–$200k |
Operations Staffing (Post–May 1, 6-Month Runway)
| Role | FTE | Monthly Cost (Est.) | 6-Month Cost | Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site Manager | 1.0 | $5k–7k | $30k–42k | Day-to-day site ops, safety, facilities, schedules, vendor coordination |
| Lead Cook / Kitchen Manager | 1.0 | $4k–5k | $24k–30k | Meal planning, food procurement, daily meals for participants/staff |
| Assistant Cook | 0.5 | $2k–2.5k | $12k–15k | Prep, cleanup, coverage, scale-up support |
| Instructors / Facilitators (core) | 2.0 | $4k–6k each | $48k–72k | Teach modules, guide builds, enforce standards (not supervision) |
| Part-time / visiting instructors | PT | $2k–3k | $12k–18k | Specialized topics, surge capacity |
Operations Cost Summary (6 Months After May 1)
| Category | Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Ops staffing (6 months) | $126k–177k |
| Food (ingredients only, ~30–40 people) | $4–6k / month → $24k–36k |
| Utilities, consumables, maintenance | $3–5k / month → $18k–30k |
| Insurance, compliance, misc ops | $2–3k / month → $12k–18k |
| Total 6-Month Ops Budget | $180k–260k |
Full Budget Snapshot (Through 6 Months Post–May 1)
| Phase | Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Pre–May 1 (staff + contingency) | $60k–100k |
| Building drywall + insulation (one-time) | $70k–200k |
| Post–May 1 ops (6 months) | $180k–260k |
| Total Program Capital Required | $310k–560k |
90-Day Induction Rollout Gantt (Now → May 1)
Phase 1: Canonical Foundation (Weeks 1–2)
| Task | Owner | Output | Founder Involvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Define canonical claim (apprenticeship → induction) | You + CES | 1-page Canonical Statement | High (decisions only) |
| Define supervision vs facilitation standard | You + CES | Written protocol | High |
| Define performance proof criteria (speed, quality) | You + BSL | Metrics definition | High |
| Draft Induction glossary (terms locked) | CES | Canonical glossary | Low |
| Kill ambiguous language (training, apprenticeship) | CES | Language audit | None |
Critical dependency: No recruiting or marketing before this is locked.
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Phase 2: FFCC Architecture & Content (Weeks 2–4)
| Task | Owner | Output | Founder Involvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| FFCC syllabus (online) | IPL | Week-long structure | Review only |
| Record 2–3 core talks (vision, induction) | You | Video assets | Medium (time-boxed) |
| Design FFCC written assignments | IPL + CES | Filtering mechanism | None |
| Define routing rubric (Commons / CET / EFT) | CES | Decision matrix | Low |
| Set no-DM / public Q&A policy | IPL | Governance doc | None |
Goal: FFCC can run without you live.
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Phase 3: Swarm Build Systemization (Weeks 3–6)
| Task | Owner | Output | Founder Involvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Select May 1 build scope | BSL | Defined build target | Review |
| Break build into expertise-embedded modules | BSL | Modular workflow | Review |
| Define facilitator role (not supervisor) | CES | Role spec | Low |
| Create build-time measurement protocol | BSL | Timing + QA checklist | Review |
| Dry-run build flow internally | BSL + Facilitators | Rehearsal data | None |
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