The Obol Collective encourages proposers to include the following sections for proposals:
- Abstract - Two or three sentences that summarize the proposal.
- Motivation - A statement on why the Obol Collective should implement the proposal.
- Key Terms - Definitions of any terms within the proposal that are unique to the proposal, new to the Obol Collective, and/or industry-specific. This section is optional, but recommended.
- Specifications - A detailed breakdown of the platforms and technologies that will be used. This is where you can elaborate on the “why” of your design decisions. You can also use this section to describe alternate designs that were considered and related work, e.g. how similar specifications have been successfully (or unsuccessfully) implemented in other protocols.
- Steps to Implement - The steps to implement the proposal, including associated costs, manpower, and other resources for each step where applicable. Proposals that involve transactions with third parties (such as grants) will need to ensure that applicable legal documentation and procedures are also included.
- Timeline - Relevant timing details, including but not limited to start date, milestones, and completion dates.