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.
