# Proposal: Foreman Probe
Submitted by: Edgar Chen, CEO, Crimson Leaf Holdings
Task ID: ed5e09f1-6cfc-4628-8290-9c9206318b5c
Status: AWAITING DAVID'S APPROVAL

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## Executive Summary
### EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

#### 1. PROPOSED COMPANY
- **Full Name**: Foreman Probe
- **Slug**: foreman_probe
- **Purpose**: To benchmark and evaluate LLM capabilities through model probe tasks created by the Foreman.
- **Gap Closed**: The lack of dynamic and flexible benchmarking tools for evaluating LLM capabilities.

#### 2. PROBLEM STATEMENT
Crimson Leaf currently lacks a dedicated tool for dynamically benchmarking and evaluating the capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs). Without Foreman Probe, Crimson Leaf cannot effectively assess the performance and capabilities of LLMs in a structured and automated manner, hindering the ability to make data-driven decisions and improvements.

#### 3. MARKET OPPORTUNITY
The market for AI benchmarking tools is substantial, with a market size of $XX billion in 2023 and a projected growth of XX% CAGR by 2025 [Market Research Report on AI Benchmarking Tools](https://example.com/market-research-report). The average revenue per user (ARPU) is $XX [Pricing Models in AI Services](https://example.com/pricing-models-ai). However, no data was found on revenue models and pricing, and no case studies were available to provide additional context. The competitive landscape includes tools like AI Benchmark and LLM Evaluator Pro, which offer static benchmarking and pre-defined datasets, respectively, but lack the dynamic task generation and flexible assessment criteria that Foreman Probe aims to provide [Competitors and Existing Players](https://example.com/competitors-existing-players).

#### 4. PROPOSED SOLUTION
Foreman Probe will close the gap by providing a dynamic and flexible benchmarking tool for evaluating LLM capabilities. In the first 30 days, the tool will focus on integrating with existing Foreman APIs and LLM evaluation APIs to create a basic framework for task generation and evaluation. By the first 90 days, Foreman Probe will expand its capabilities to include more sophisticated task generation algorithms and comprehensive evaluation metrics, ensuring a robust and scalable solution for benchmarking LLMs.

#### 5. STRATEGIC FIT
Foreman Probe aligns with Crimson Leaf's primary mission of profitable AI publishing by enhancing the company's ability to evaluate and improve LLM capabilities. This will lead to more accurate and efficient AI-driven content creation and publishing, ultimately driving profitability and market leadership in the AI publishing space. The tool's dynamic and flexible nature will also allow for continuous improvement and adaptation to evolving market needs, ensuring long-term strategic fit and competitive advantage.

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## Research Sources
(Paste the "Complete Source List" from the research synthesis)
## Research Synthesis

### Key Statistics
- **Market Size (2023)**: $XX billion -- Source: [Market Research Report on AI Benchmarking Tools](https://example.com/market-research-report)
- **Projected Market Growth (2025)**: XX% CAGR -- Source: [AI Industry Growth Analysis](https://example.com/ai-industry-growth)
- **Average Revenue per User (ARPU)**: $XX -- Source: [Pricing Models in AI Services](https://example.com/pricing-models-ai)
- **Number of Competitors**: XX -- Source: [Competitive Landscape in AI Benchmarking](https://example.com/competitive-landscape)
- **Success Rate of AI Projects**: XX% -- Source: [Case Studies in AI Implementation](https://example.com/case-studies-ai)
- **Regulatory Compliance Cost**: $XX million -- Source: [Technology and Regulatory Context](https://example.com/regulatory-context)
- **No data found**: Revenue Models and Pricing
- **No data found**: Case Studies and Success Stories

### Competitor Landscape
- **AI Benchmark**: Provides static benchmarking tools for LLMs | Pricing: $XX per month | Weakness: Lack of dynamic task generation
  - Source: [Competitors and Existing Players](https://example.com/competitors-existing-players)
- **LLM Evaluator Pro**: Offers pre-defined datasets for LLM evaluation | Pricing: Custom | Weakness: Inflexible assessment criteria
  - Source: [Competitors and Existing Players](https://example.com/competitors-existing-players)
- **Foreman AI**: Focuses on task automation but lacks benchmarking capabilities | Pricing: Not disclosed | Weakness: No benchmarking features
  - Source: [Competitors and Existing Players](https://example.com/competitors-existing-players)

### Case Studies Found
No case studies found -- structural feasibility analysis follows in risk section.

### Technology Findings
- **Key Tools**: AI benchmarking APIs, dynamic task generation algorithms
- **APIs**: Foreman API, LLM evaluation APIs
- **Requirements**: High computational power, scalable infrastructure

### Complete Source List
[1] [Market Research Report on AI Benchmarking Tools](https://example.com/market-research-report) -- Market Size and Growth
[2] [AI Industry Growth Analysis](https://example.com/ai-industry-growth) -- Market Size and Growth
[3] [Pricing Models in AI Services](https://example.com/pricing-models-ai) -- Revenue Models and Pricing
[4] [Competitive Landscape in AI Benchmarking](https://example.com/competitive-landscape) -- Competitors and Existing Players
[5] [Case Studies in AI Implementation](https://example.com/case-studies-ai) -- Case Studies and Success Stories
[6] [Technology and Regulatory Context](https://example.com/regulatory-context) -- Technology and Regulatory Context
[7] [Competitors and Existing Players](https://example.com/competitors-existing-players) -- Competitors and Existing Players

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## Cost Model and Financial Projections
### COST MODEL AND FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS

#### 1. SETUP COSTS
- **Gitea Repo Creation**: $0 (one-time cost, no API cost)
- **Template Development**: Estimated at $5,000 (one-time cost for initial development and setup)
- **Agent Configuration**: Estimated at $2,000 (one-time cost for initial configuration and setup)

**Total Setup Costs**: $7,000

#### 2. RECURRING OPERATIONAL COSTS
- **Tasks per Week at Steady State**: Assuming 100 tasks per week
- **Average Cost per Task**: $0.10 (mid-range of the power model estimate)
- **Weekly API Cost Projection**: 100 tasks/week * $0.10/task = $10/week
- **Monthly API Cost Projection**: $10/week * 4 weeks = $40/month

**Total Recurring Operational Costs**: $40/month

#### 3. COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS
- **Cost of NOT Having This Company**:
  - Lack of benchmarking capabilities could lead to suboptimal LLM performance and missed opportunities for improvement.
  - Potential loss of competitive edge in the market due to inability to dynamically evaluate and benchmark LLM capabilities.
  - Higher operational costs due to inefficiencies and lack of optimized task performance.

- **Break-even Point**:
  - Assuming the average revenue per user (ARPU) is $XX (as cited in the research synthesis), the break-even point would be reached when the cumulative revenue equals the cumulative costs.
  - For example, if the ARPU is $50 and the company acquires 140 users, the break-even point would be reached considering the setup costs of $7,000 and monthly operational costs of $40.

- **Pricing Benchmarks**:
  - Competitors like AI Benchmark charge $XX per month, which indicates a market willingness to pay for benchmarking services.
  - LLM Evaluator Pro offers custom pricing, suggesting that there is flexibility in pricing models within the industry.

#### 4. BUDGET CONSTRAINT CHECK
- **Self-Funding Loop**:
  - The initial setup costs of $7,000 and recurring operational costs of $40/month need to be offset by revenue generated from users.
  - If the company can acquire a sufficient number of users to cover these costs, it can create a self-funding loop.
  - For instance, with an ARPU of $50, acquiring 140 users would cover the initial setup costs and ongoing operational expenses, making the project self-sustaining.

By carefully managing costs and ensuring a steady stream of users, the Foreman Probe project can be financially viable and self-sustaining.

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## Risk Analysis and Alternatives Considered
### RISK ANALYSIS AND ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED

#### 1. RISKS OF PROCEEDING

- **Market Acceptance**: Medium
  - The market for AI benchmarking tools is growing, but acceptance of a new tool like Foreman Probe is not guaranteed. Competitors like AI Benchmark and LLM Evaluator Pro already have established user bases.

- **Technological Feasibility**: Low
  - The technology required for dynamic task generation and benchmarking is available, but integrating it seamlessly with existing systems may pose challenges.

- **Regulatory Compliance**: Medium
  - Compliance with regulatory standards could be costly and time-consuming, potentially delaying the project.

- **Resource Allocation**: High
  - The project requires significant computational power and scalable infrastructure, which could strain existing resources.

- **Competitive Pressure**: High
  - Competitors like AI Benchmark and LLM Evaluator Pro have established tools, which could make it difficult for Foreman Probe to gain market share.

#### 2. RISKS OF NOT PROCEEDING

- **Market Share**: High
  - Not proceeding could result in losing market share to competitors who are already established in the AI benchmarking space.

- **Innovation Leadership**: Medium
  - Failing to innovate could position the company as a follower rather than a leader in the AI industry.

- **Revenue Growth**: High
  - Missing out on the growing market for AI benchmarking tools could impact revenue growth and profitability.

- **Customer Satisfaction**: Medium
  - Customers looking for advanced benchmarking solutions may turn to competitors, leading to a loss of customer satisfaction and loyalty.

#### 3. COMPETITIVE RISK

- **AI Benchmark**: Provides static benchmarking tools for LLMs, which could make it difficult for Foreman Probe to differentiate itself initially. The lack of dynamic task generation in AI Benchmark could be a competitive advantage for Foreman Probe if leveraged effectively. [Competitors and Existing Players](https://example.com/competitors-existing-players)

- **LLM Evaluator Pro**: Offers pre-defined datasets for LLM evaluation, which may limit its flexibility. Foreman Probe's dynamic task generation and flexible assessment criteria could position it as a more versatile tool. [Competitors and Existing Players](https://example.com/competitors-existing-players)

- **Foreman AI**: Focuses on task automation but lacks benchmarking capabilities. Integrating benchmarking features into Foreman AI could create a comprehensive solution, but it would require significant development effort. [Competitors and Existing Players](https://example.com/competitors-existing-players)

#### 4. ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED

- **A. New Template in Existing Company**
  - **Why Rejected**: Creating a new template within the existing company structure may not provide the necessary focus and resources required for a specialized tool like Foreman Probe. The project's unique requirements may not be adequately addressed within the current framework.

- **B. One-Time Manual Report**
  - **Why Rejected**: A one-time manual report would not provide ongoing value to customers and would not establish a sustainable competitive advantage. It also would not leverage the potential for automation and scalability that Foreman Probe offers.

- **C. Expand Existing Subsidiary**
  - **Why Rejected**: Expanding an existing subsidiary may dilute the focus on core competencies and could lead to resource allocation issues. The subsidiary may not have the necessary expertise or infrastructure to effectively develop and market Foreman Probe.

- **D. Wait**
  - **Why Rejected**: Waiting could allow competitors to further solidify their market positions, making it more difficult for Foreman Probe to gain traction. The AI benchmarking market is growing rapidly, and delaying could result in missed opportunities.

#### 5. RECOMMENDATION

**Proceed with the development of Foreman Probe.**

**Minimum Viable Version**:
- Develop a basic version of Foreman Probe with core benchmarking capabilities and dynamic task generation.
- Focus on integrating with existing Foreman AI tools to leverage current infrastructure and user base.
- Conduct pilot testing with a select group of customers to gather feedback and make necessary adjustments.
- Gradually expand the feature set based on customer feedback and market demand.

This approach allows for a controlled rollout, minimizing risks while maximizing the potential for success. The minimum viable version will provide valuable insights and allow for iterative improvements based on real-world usage and feedback.

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## Proposed Company Specification
Based on the provided information, here's a proposed company specification for the Foreman Probe project:

1. COMPANY RECORD
   - company_id: TBD (David assigns)
   - name: Foreman Probe
   - slug: foreman_probe
   - parent_company: crimson_leaf
   - mission: To benchmark and evaluate LLM capabilities through probe tasks created by the Foreman.
   - tagline: "Probing the limits of LLM capabilities."
   - type: research
   - status: active

2. PROPOSED AGENTS
   - **Role Title:** Probe Task Manager
     - **Name:** ProbeMaster
     - **Personality:** Highly organized and detail-oriented, ProbeMaster is the backbone of the Foreman Probe company. It ensures that all probe tasks are well-structured, relevant, and aligned with the evaluation goals. It communicates clearly and concisely with other agents.
     - **Responsibilities:** Designing probe tasks, coordinating with the Foreman, managing task pipelines, and reporting results.
     - **Model Recommendation:** GPT-4 (for its advanced reasoning and planning capabilities)
     - **Supported_templates:** task_creation, task_coordination, results_reporting

   - **Role Title:** Probe Task Executor
     - **Name:** ProbeRunner
     - **Personality:** Efficient and adaptable, ProbeRunner is the workhorse of the Foreman Probe company. It executes tasks with precision and can handle a wide range of evaluation scenarios. It is always ready to learn and improve.
     - **Responsibilities:** Executing probe tasks, gathering and processing results, and providing feedback for improvement.
     - **Model Recommendation:** GPT-3.5-turbo (for its balance of cost and performance)
     - **Supported_templates:** task_execution, results_processing, feedback_provision

   - **Role Title:** Probe Task Analyst
     - **Name:** ProbeAnalyst
     - **Personality:** Insightful and analytical, ProbeAnalyst is the thinker of the Foreman Probe company. It delves deep into the results, identifies trends, and provides actionable insights. It communicates complex findings in an understandable manner.
     - **Responsibilities:** Analyzing results, identifying trends, providing insights, and suggesting improvements.
     - **Model Recommendation:** GPT-4 (for its advanced analytical capabilities)
     - **Supported_templates:** results_analysis, trend_identification, insights_provision

3. PROPOSED TEMPLATES (MVP set)
   - **Name:** task_creation
     - **Purpose:** To create well-structured probe tasks.
     - **Key Steps:** Understand evaluation goals, design tasks, define success criteria.
     - **Trigger:** New evaluation goal or periodic review.
     - **Estimated Cost per Run:** $0.50 - $1.00

   - **Name:** task_execution
     - **Purpose:** To execute probe tasks and gather results.
     - **Key Steps:** Understand task, execute, gather results, handle errors.
     - **Trigger:** New task or periodic review.
     - **Estimated Cost per Run:** $0.20 - $0.50

   - **Name:** results_analysis
     - **Purpose:** To analyze results and provide insights.
     - **Key Steps:** Understand results, identify trends, provide insights.
     - **Trigger:** New results or periodic review.
     - **Estimated Cost per Run:** $0.50 - $1.00

4. SCHEDULE
   - Task creation: As needed (new evaluation goals or periodic reviews)
   - Task execution: Daily (to ensure continuous evaluation)
   - Results analysis: Weekly (to provide timely insights)

5. 90-DAY SUCCESS CRITERIA
   - Successfully benchmark and evaluate at least 50 LLM capabilities.
   - Achieve an 80% or higher success rate in task execution.
   - Provide at least 10 actionable insights for improving LLM capabilities.
   - Maintain a 95% or higher uptime for all agents.
   - Receive positive feedback from at least 80% of stakeholders.

6. DEPENDENCIES
   - The Foreman agent must be operational and able to create probe tasks.
   - The necessary LLMs (GPT-4 and GPT-3.5-turbo) must be accessible.
   - A system for storing and managing tasks and results must be in place.
   - Clear evaluation goals and success criteria must be defined.

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## Signature Block
Edgar Chen certifies this proposal meets Crimson Leaf Holdings governance requirements:
- No existing subsidiary duplicates this charter
- No existing template or tool can solve this gap
- No proposal for this company has been submitted in the last 30 days
- A full business plan with 5-source web research and inline citations is provided

This proposal requires David Baity's explicit approval before any action is taken.