Proposed: [Short Descriptive Title]

Context

[Describe the environment, existing systems, or creative landscape where this proposal applies. Explain why this matters now.]

Problem Statement

[Clearly define the limitation, challenge, or unmet need this proposal addresses. Use specific examples if helpful.]

Proposed Solution

[Explain the core concept in 1-3 sentences. For technical proposals, include:]

# Optional pseudo-code/examples
def example_implementation():
    return modular_component()

Implementation Plan

  1. Phase 1: [First actionable step]
  2. Phase 2: [Follow-up action]
  3. Validation: [Testing/metrics for success]

Benefits

  • [Primary advantage]
  • [Secondary advantage]
  • [Long-term impact]

Risks and Limitations

  • [Key technical constraint]
  • [Adoption challenge]
  • [Maintenance consideration]

Alternatives Considered

Option Pros Cons
[Alternative A] [Strength] [Weakness]
[Status Quo] [Familiarity] [Limitation]

When to Avoid This Solution

[Describe scenarios where alternative approaches would be better suited.]

Organizational Alignment

[Explain how this fits the team/company/project’s mission and priorities.]

Proposal Status

Status: Draft

Decision Makers

  • [Relevant team/role name]

Tags

  • [Domain] (e.g., Graphics, Networking)
  • [Urgency] (e.g., Immediate, Strategic)

References

  1. Relevant Standard - Brief context
  2. Prior Art - Key takeaways

Style Guide for Proposals

  1. Atomic Sections: Keep each header’s content focused on a single concept

  2. Scenario-Driven Examples:

    # Good: Contextualized example
if use_case == "edge_device":
    apply_optimization()

  3. Decision Transparency:

    “We chose X over Y because [concrete reason]”

  4. Validation Checklist:

  5. Lifecycle Awareness:

    • Sunset condition: “[Specific trigger]”
    • Maintenance plan: “[Ownership details]”

  6. Visual Aids: Mock-up