Please describe your proposed solution.

Our proposal focuses on developing a suite of metadata standards designed to establish a framework for various supply chain components. These standards ensure uniformity and interoperability in data exchange within the Cardano supply chain network.

The entire framework library of standards will be open sourced and converted into a CIP (Cardano Improvement Proposal) if applicable to encourage collaboration, transparency, interoperability, and community contribution.

By providing this open and standardized library our goal is to reduce the barrier to entry for supply chain applications seeking to leverage the Cardano blockchain ecosystem. This allows developers to build interoperable and extensible tooling in support of the supply chain ecosystem.

Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community.

The successful development of the Supply Chains Library will bring value to the Cardano community by promoting interoperability, encouraging the development of diverse applications, and attracting projects focused on sustainability. Impact will be measured through increased adoption of standards, applications utilizing these protocols, and the positive feedback and contributions from the community.

What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

Our team comprises seasoned professionals with diverse expertise in blockchain development, standards authoring, and strategic leadership. With a collective wealth of experience, we have successfully undertaken and delivered projects in the blockchain space.

Team members have actively contributed to the advancement of blockchain technologies, showcasing a deep understanding of the intricacies involved. This includes collaborative efforts on impactful projects that demonstrate technical proficiency and a track record of success.

Beyond the blockchain sector, our team has made significant contributions to global organizations, reflecting a commitment to innovation and strategic leadership. Our members have a proven ability to adapt and excel in dynamic environments, essential for the success of complex projects.

To ensure the feasibility of our approach, we will leverage our combined technical expertise, conduct thorough testing, and implement stringent verification processes. The team's commitment to transparency, coupled with past successes, positions us well to manage funds responsibly and deliver on the proposed project with accountability and trust.

What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

• Milestone Outputs: Comprehensive rationale and documentation of standards for each supply chain component.
• Acceptance Criteria: Documentation of chosen standards, rationale, and citations via GitHub.
• Evidence of Milestone Completion: Link to GitHub

>- Milestone Outputs: Draft prototype standards in CBOR/JSON notation publishable on Cardano network.

• Acceptance Criteria: Draft standards published to GitHub.
• Evidence of Milestone Completion: Link to GitHub

>- Milestone Outputs: Submit draft standards to a working group of peers for feedback, refinement, and approval.

• Acceptance Criteria: Feedback and constructive suggestions from peers.
• Evidence of Milestone Completion: Links to discussion threads, feedback summaries, and acknowledgment of engagement.

>- Milestone Outputs: Refined versions of standards based on community feedback.

• Acceptance Criteria: Consensus among the community on the improved versions.
• Evidence of Milestone Completion: Links to consensus-building discussions, updated documentation, and community statements supporting the refined versions.

>- Milestone Outputs: Finalized”Version 1” of standards published, along with comprehensive documentation.

• Acceptance Criteria: Positive reception of standards by developers and projects within the Cardano community.
• Evidence of Milestone Completion: Links to comprehensive documentation, community adoption statements and testnet deployment examples.

Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Adam Dean: Adam Dean is a seasoned developer with a wealth of experience in the dynamic field of blockchain technology. His expertise extends to the Cardano blockchain ecosystem, where he serves as a standards author, contributing to the development of protocols that underpin this cutting-edge platform. Known for his passion for innovation, Adam excels at being on the ground floor of new projects, consistently seeking ways to optimize existing processes. As a seasoned professional, he brings a visionary outlook to the integration of blockchain into our daily lives, striving for a future where technology is not just groundbreaking but also user-friendly and accessible to all.

Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources.

Milestone 1: Standard Rationale and Documentation

(6 weeks | $13,040 USD | 43,467A @ $0.30)

• 1x Project Manager @ 8 hours per week @ $45/hour (6 weeks): $2,160
• 1x Developer @ 8 hours per week @ $150/hour (4 weeks): $5,120
• 2x Researcher @ 20 hours per week @ $42/hour (4 weeks): $3,360
• 1x Technical Writer @ 20 hours per week @ $60/hour (2 weeks): $2,400

Milestone 2: On-Chain Standards Specification Draft

(4 weeks | $19,200 USD | 64,000A @ $0.30)

• 1x Project Manager @ 8 hours per week @ $45/hour (4 weeks): $1,440
• 1x Developer @ 16 hours per week @ $150/hour (4 weeks): $9,600
• 1x Researcher @ 20 hours per week @ $42/hour (4 weeks): $3,360
• 1x Technical Writer @ 20 hours per week @ $60/hour (4 weeks): $4,800

Milestone 3: Peer Review Feedback

(2 weeks | $6,416 USD | 21,387A @ $0.30)

• 1x Project Manager @ 8 hours per week @ $45/hour (2 weeks): $720
• 1x Researcher @ 8 hours per week @ $42/hour (2 weeks): $672
• 1x Developer @ 8 hours per week @ $150/hour (2 weeks): $2,400
• 1x Technical Writer @ 8 hours per week @ $60/hour (2 weeks): $960
• 4x Document Reviewers @ 8 hours per week @ $26/hour (2 weeks): $1,664

Milestone 4: Protocol Refinement

(2 weeks | $6,416 USD | 21,387A @ $0.30)

• 1x Project Manager @ 10 hours per week @ $45/hour (2 weeks): $720
• 1x Researcher @ 10 hours per week @ $42/hour (2 weeks): $672
• 1x Developer @ 8 hours per week @ $150/hour (2 weeks): $2,400
• 1x Technical Writer @ 10 hours per week @ $60/hour (2 weeks): $960
• 4x Document Reviewers @ 8 hours per week @ $26/hour (2 weeks): $1,664

Final Milestone: Documentation and POC

(4 weeks | $11,040 USD | 36,800A @ $0.30)

• 1x Project Manager @ 8 hours per week @ $45/hour (4 weeks): $1,440
• 1x Developer @ 8 hours per week @ $150/hour (4 weeks): $4,800
• 1x Technical Writer @ 20 hours per week @ $60/hour (4 weeks): $4,800

How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

We firmly believe that our proposal provides substantial value to the Cardano community by introducing standards and Cardano Improvement Protocols (CIPs) focused on the supply chain sector. This effort aims to establish an open-source repository for standardized supply chain data formats, aligning seamlessly with Cardano's mission to enhance interoperability within its ecosystem.