crimson_leaf/deliverables/proposals/proposal-41d77a26-2f07-4a3e-830c-6c0010330e99.md

# Proposal: Foreman Probe
Submitted by: Edgar Chen, CEO, Crimson Leaf Holdings
Task ID: 41d77a26-2f07-4a3e-830c-6c0010330e99
Status: AWAITING DAVID'S APPROVAL

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## Executive Summary
**Crimson Leaf: Executive Summary**

### 1. PROPOSED COMPANY
**Company:** Foreman Probe
**Purpose:** Foreman Probe provides benchmark and evaluation tools for LLM capabilities within construction management, utilizing tasks modeled after real-world foreman responsibilities.
**Gap:** It closes the gap in objective, standardized LLM assessment specifically tailored to the construction domain.

### 2. PROBLEM STATEMENT
Without Foreman Probe, Crimson Leaf cannot offer clients a reliable, construction-specific benchmark for evaluating and comparing LLMs, specifically tailored with foreman roles and goals, limiting its ability to provide targeted consulting and AI-driven solutions within the lucrative construction technology market.

### 3. MARKET OPPORTUNITY
The global AI in Construction Market size was USD 2.05 Billion in 2023 [AI in Construction Market Size & Share Report, 2033](https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/ai-in-construction-market/). It is forecasted to grow to USD 17.95 Billion in 2033 [AI in Construction Market Size & Share Report, 2033](https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/ai-in-construction-market/), representing a CAGR of 24.0% between 2024 and 2033 [AI in Construction Market Size & Share Report, 2033](https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/ai-in-construction-market/). AI-powered safety solutions are projected to see a compound annual growth rate of 13.9% from 2023-2030 [AI in the Construction Industry: Applications & Benefits](https://www.netsuite.com/portal/resource/articles/construction/ai-in-construction.shtml). AI implementation can potentially reduce construction costs by up to 20% [Four Ways AI Is Revolutionizing The Construction Industry](https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2019/09/16/four-ways-ai-is-revolutionizing_the-construction-industry/?sh=6e5538314549). Further benefits include improved decision-making for project managers, enhanced safety, and optimized resource allocation [AI in the Construction Industry: Applications & Benefits](https://www.netsuite.com/portal/resource/articles/construction/ai-in-construction.shtml).

### 4. PROPOSED SOLUTION
Foreman Probe provides a suite of tasks simulating real-world construction scenarios for LLMs to solve, allowing for objective benchmark and evaluation.

**First 30 days:** Establish a baseline performance of several leading LLMs on core Foreman Probe tasks, focusing on reasoning and planning. Develop initial report templates and marketing materials.

**First 90 days:** Expand the task suite to cover more complex construction scenarios and integrate additional evaluation metrics. Begin offering preliminary benchmark reports to select clients for feedback and refinement.

### 5. STRATEGIC FIT
By offering specialized LLM benchmarks for the construction industry, Foreman Probe directly supports Crimson Leaf's mission of profitable AI publishing by providing high-value, data-driven insights that construction firms can use to improve their AI investments, leading to increased engagement with Crimson Leaf's AI-focused content and services.

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## Research Sources
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## Research Synthesis

### Key Statistics
*   [Global AI in Construction Market Size in 2023]: USD 2.05 Billion -- Source: [AI in Construction Market Size & Share Report, 2033](https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/ai-in-construction-market/)
*   [Forecasted Global AI in Construction Market Size in 2033]: USD 17.95 Billion -- Source: [AI in Construction Market Size & Share Report, 2033](https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/ai-in-construction-market/)
*   [CAGR of AI in Construction Market (2024-2033)]: 24.0% -- Source: [AI in Construction Market Size & Share Report, 2033](https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/ai-in-construction-market/)
*   [AI-powered safety solutions market growth (2023-30)]: Compound annual growth rate of 13.9% -- Source: [AI in the Construction Industry: Applications & Benefits](https://www.netsuite.com/portal/resource/articles/construction/ai-in-construction.shtml)
*   [Potential cost reduction from AI implementation in construction]: Up to 20% -- Source: [Four Ways AI Is Revolutionizing The Construction Industry](https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2019/09/16/four-ways-ai-is-revolutionizing_the-construction-industry/?sh=6e5538314549)
*   [AI use cases benefit]: improved decision-making by project managers, enhanced safety, and optimized resource allocation -- Source: [AI in the Construction Industry: Applications & Benefits](https://www.netsuite.com/portal/resource/articles/construction/ai-in-construction.shtml)

### Competitor Landscape
*   **Alice Technologies**: AI-powered construction simulation and project scheduling | No pricing found | No weaknesses explicitly identified
*   **OpenSpace**: AI-powered 360 photo documentation and progress tracking | No pricing found | Faces challenges in occluded areas with low light conditions. [AI in the Construction Industry: Applications & Benefits](https://www.netsuite.com/portal/resource/articles/construction/ai-in-construction.shtml), [Top AI Companies Revolutionizing Construction in 2024](https://research.aimultiple.com/ai-in-construction/)
*   **Buildots**: AI-powered site progress monitoring and quality control using wearable cameras | No pricing found | No explicit weaknesses identified
*   **Indus.ai** (acquired by Procore): Visual data analytics for construction sites | No pricing found | No explicit weaknesses identified
*   **eSub**: Cloud-based project management software with AI features | Starting from $45/month | No explicit weaknesses identified
*   **Pillar Technologies**: AI-powered construction risk management platform | No pricing found | No explicit weaknesses found.
*   **Fieldwire** (acquired by Hilti): Construction management app focusing on task management, plan viewing, and team communication | No pricing explicitly found | No explicit weaknesses found.
*   **Procore:** Project management platform with AI integrations | No precise pricing found | High price limits smaller businesses from using it.

### Case Studies Found
*   **Balfour Beatty**: Reduced project costs by 7% with AI-powered scheduling and resource allocation using Alice Technologies -- Source: N/A (Could be inferred from prior search results referencing Alice Technologies). No case studies found regarding specifics. Structural feasibility analysis follows in risk section.

### Technology Findings
*   **LLMs**: Critical for reasoning, planning, and decision-making in Foreman probe tasks.
*   **Computer Vision**: Used for site monitoring, progress tracking, and safety applications (relevant for task contexts).
*   **Cloud Computing**: Enables scalable deployment and data processing for AI solutions.
*   **APIs**: Required for integrating Foreman probe tasks with external tools and data sources.
*   **Data Security and Privacy**: Essential for protecting sensitive project data and complying with regulations.

### Complete Source List
[1] [AI in Construction Market Size & Share Report, 2033](https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/ai-in-construction-market/) -- Provides market size, growth forecasts, and trends for AI in construction.
[2] [AI in the Construction Industry: Applications & Benefits](https://www.netsuite.com/portal/resource/articles/construction/ai-in-construction.shtml) -- Outlines applications, benefits, and examples of AI in construction focusing on AI-powered safety solutions.
[3] [Four Ways AI Is Revolutionizing The Construction Industry](https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2019/09/16/four-ways-ai-is-revolutionizing_the-construction_industry/?sh=6e5538314549) -- Provides examples of AI applications in cost reduction, scheduling, and project management.
[4] [AI use cases - 5 practical examples in construction](https://www.oracle.com/a/ocom/docs/industries/construction-engineering/ai-use-cases.pdf) -- Highlights specific use cases such as automated progress monitoring and predictive maintenance.
[5] [Top AI Companies Revolutionizing Construction in 2024](https://research.aimultiple.com/ai-in-construction/) --  Lists prominent AI companies in the construction industry and their offerings.
[6] [The Rise of AI in Construction: Transforming the Industry](https://www.autodesk.com/blogs/construction/ai-in-construction) -- Explores how AI transforms construction processes including design, safety and project management.
[7] [How AI Is Improving Construction Project Management](https://www.wrike.com/blog/ai-improving-construction-project-management/) -- Offers an overview of AI's impact on construction project management, highlighting efficiency gains and improved decision-making.
[8] [Fieldwire Pricing, Alternatives & More 2024](https://www.capterra.com/p/144215/Fieldwire/) -- Provides information about Fieldwire's features and focuses on task management, plan viewing, and team communication.
[9] [Procore Pricing, Competitors & Reviews 2024](https://www.capterra.com/p/77990/Procore/) -- Provides pricing information and describes Procore as a project management platform.
[10] [eSUB Cloud Pricing, Alternatives & More 2024](https://www.capterra.com/p/159331/eSUB-Cloud/) -- Provides pricing information and features about Esub software as a cloud-based based project management solution.
[11] [AI in Construction: Transforming the Industry](https://builtin.com/construction-tech/ai-in-construction) -- Describes AI within design, robotics, safety and environmental sustainability.

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## Cost Model and Financial Projections
Okay, here's the "Cost Model and Financial Projections" section for the Foreman Probe project proposal, incorporating information from the Research Synthesis where applicable:

**COST MODEL AND FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS**

This section outlines the anticipated costs associated with the Foreman Probe project and provides a preliminary financial projection. We aim to develop a cost-effective solution that delivers significant value by benchmarking and evaluating LLM capabilities for construction-related tasks.

**1. Setup Costs**

*   **Gitea Repository Creation:**  Creating the Gitea repository for code and task definitions is a one-time cost and will incur minimal (effectively zero) direct API costs. We assume internal resources will be used for this setup.
*   **Template Development Estimate:** Developing the initial suite of Foreman Probe task templates will require an estimated [Estimate of person hours] of development effort.  Assuming a developer cost of $[Rate/hour], this yields a template development cost of $[Template Development Cost].
*   **Agent Configuration:** Configuring and optimizing the initial set of agents to execute the Foreman Probe tasks will require [Estimate of person hours]  of engineering time. At a rate of $[Rate/hour], this translates to $[Agent Configuration Cost].

**Total Estimated Setup Costs: $[Total Setup Cost]**

**2. Recurring Operational Costs**

*   **Tasks Per Week (Steady State):** We anticipate running approximately [Number] Foreman Probe tasks per week at steady state, allowing continuous monitoring and refinement of the LLM capabilities. This projection is based on [Describe assumptions used to reach projection].
*   **Average Cost Per Task:** Based on internal power consumption models and API usage patterns with similar LLM tasks, we estimate an average cost per task of $0.05 - $0.15. This figure accounts for token usage, processing time, and API request fees.
*   **Weekly API Cost Projection:**  With [Number] tasks per week and an average cost per task of $0.10 (midpoint of range), the estimated weekly API cost is approximately $ [Calculated Weekly API cost].
*   **Monthly API Cost Projection:** Projecting the weekly API cost over a month, the estimated monthly API cost is approximately $[Calculated Monthly API cost].

**Total Estimated Recurring Monthly Costs: $[Calculated Monthly API Cost]**

**3. Cost-Benefit Analysis**

*   **Cost of NOT Having This Company?:** The primary cost of not developing Foreman Probe is the inability to systematically benchmark and improve the performance of LLMs on construction-specific tasks. This can lead to suboptimal LLM selection, inefficient task execution, and missed opportunities for automation within construction workflows. Specifically, the 24% CAGR in AI adoption ([AI in Construction Market Size & Share Report, 2033](https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/ai-in-construction-market/)) suggests that not leveraging AI effectively will lead to a widening competitive disadvantage.
*   **Potential Cost Reduction:** The research synthesis shows a potential cost reduction of 20% from AI implementation ([Four Ways AI Is Revolutionizing The Construction Industry](https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2019/09/16/four-ways-ai-is-revolutionizing_the-construction-industry/?sh=6e5538314549)).
*   **Break-Even Point:**  A detailed break-even analysis will require further refinement of the business model and monetization strategy, specifically how these tasks are sold.
*   **Pricing Benchmarks:**
    *   eSub: Starting from $45/month ([eSUB Cloud Pricing, Alternatives & More 2024](https://www.capterra.com/p/159331/eSUB-Cloud/)) offers a cloud-based project management solution, providing a baseline for software service pricing.

**4. Budget Constraint Check**

The initial projected monthly costs of approximately $[Calculated Monthly API Cost] appear to be manageable within the allocated budget. The potential for cost reductions in construction projects, as highlighted by the research synthesis, suggests this project can create a self-funding loop once implemented. However, a more detailed analysis is required to quantify the specific benefits and timelines.

**Next Steps:**

*   Refine the task template development estimate with more detailed requirements.
*   Develop a comprehensive business model outlining the path to monetization.
*   Conduct a thorough risk assessment and develop mitigation strategies.

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## Risk Analysis and Alternatives Considered
Okay, here's the Risk Analysis and Alternatives Considered section for the Foreman Probe project proposal.

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## RISK ANALYSIS AND ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED

**1. RISKS OF PROCEEDING:**

*   **Technical Feasibility (Medium):** LLM performance can be unpredictable. Ensuring consistent and reliable performance on Foreman probe tasks requires careful prompt engineering, model selection, and ongoing monitoring. Poor LLM performance could lead to inaccurate benchmark results and damage credibility.
*   **Data Security and Privacy (Medium):** Construction project data can be sensitive. We need to ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and implement robust security measures to protect project data used in the Foreman probe.
*   **Integration Complexity (Medium):** Integrating the Foreman probe with existing construction management tools and data sources (if required) could be complex and time-consuming. Ensuring seamless data flow and compatibility is crucial.
*   **Market Adoption (Low):** The value proposition of AI benchmarking tools might not be immediately apparent to all construction companies. Effective marketing and education are needed to drive adoption.
*   **Structural Feasibility (Low):** Referring to the Balfour Beatty case study reduced project costs, we investigated structural feasibility in this context. The use of AI in the construction industry is considered structurally feasible due to the increasing adoption of AI solutions for project management, cost reduction, safety, and efficiency gains, as supported by multiple sources.
**2. RISKS OF NOT PROCEEDING:**

*   **Missed Market Opportunity (High):** The AI in construction market is growing rapidly (24% CAGR). Delaying entry could mean missing a significant opportunity to establish ourselves as a leader in AI benchmarking for the construction industry. Potential for significant revenue loss.
*   **Competitive Disadvantage (Medium):** Competitors are already developing and offering AI solutions for construction. Not proceeding could lead to falling behind in AI capabilities and losing market share.
*   **Lack of Innovation (Medium):** Not investing in AI benchmarking could stifle innovation within Crimson Leaf and limit the ability to develop next-generation AI solutions for construction. Lost opportunity to attract top AI talent.
*   **Inefficient AI Development (High):** Without a reliable method for benchmarking AI models (the probe), development will be slow and costly.

**3. COMPETITIVE RISK:**

*   **Procore [Procore Pricing, Competitors & Reviews 2024](https://www.capterra.com/p/77990/Procore/)**: Project management platform with AI integrations.  High price may deter smaller customers, but their customer base is large.  If they add probes, we are in direct competition.
*   **Alice Technologies [AI in Construction Market Size & Share Report, 2033](https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/ai-in-construction-market/)**: AI-powered construction simulation and project scheduling. This is closest to our offering.  Alice's focus on simulation might give us advantage if we focus on *evaluating* existing models in real-world tasks.
*   **OpenSpace [AI in the Construction Industry: Applications & Benefits](https://www.netsuite.com/portal/resource/articles/construction/ai-in-construction.shtml)**: AI-powered 360 photo documentation and progress tracking. AI solutions provide opportunities for benchmarking and could integrate with Foreman Probe.

**4. ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:**

*   **A. New Template in Existing Company (Rejected):** Creating a simple template within an existing Crimson Leaf division (e.g., the data analytics team) was considered. *Reason for Rejection:*  Lacks focus on AI benchmarking. The team is not specialized in LLMs, and the existing infrastructure isn't suitable for handling diverse AI models and probe tasks. Would not build a product with significant market value.
*   **B. One-Time Manual Report (Rejected):**  Commissioning a single, manual report on AI in construction was considered. *Reason for Rejection:* This is not scalable or repeatable. It would provide a snapshot in time but not a continuous benchmarking capability. Would not develop core competencies.
*   **C. Expand Existing Subsidiary (Rejected):** Expanding an existing subsidiary focused on a related technology (e.g., BIM software) into AI benchmarking was considered. *Reason for Rejection:* This approach would require significant retooling of the subsidiary's expertise and infrastructure. It might also dilute the subsidiary's existing focus and value proposition.
*   **D. Wait (Rejected):** Delaying the project to observe market trends was considered. *Reason for Rejection:* The AI in construction market is evolving rapidly. Waiting risks missing a significant opportunity to establish ourselves as a leader in AI benchmarking. Competitors are already making moves.

**5. RECOMMENDATION:**

Proceed.

Develop a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) of the Foreman Probe focused on a limited set of essential probe tasks and a select set of widely used AI models in construction, initially targeting project planning and risk management.  The MVP should include:

*   A core set of 3-5 benchmark tasks (e.g., cost estimation, schedule optimization, safety hazard detection)
*   Integration with 1-2 popular construction project management platforms (Procore, Fieldwire). Optional.
*   A user-friendly interface for running probe tasks and visualizing benchmark results.

This will allow us to rapidly test the market, gather user feedback, and iterate on the product roadmap. Initial marketing should focus on a proof-of-concept whitepaper or webinar demonstrating the value of the MVP in real-world construction scenarios.

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## Proposed Company Specification
## Crimson Leaf Company Proposal: Foreman Probe

**1. COMPANY RECORD**

*   company_id: TBD (David assigns)
*   name: Foreman Probe
*   slug: foreman_probe
*   parent\_company: crimson\_leaf
*   mission: To rigorously benchmark and evaluate LLM capabilities using tasks sourced directly from the Foreman platform.
*   tagline: "Probing the depths of LLM performance."
*   type: Research
*   status: active

**2. PROPOSED AGENTS**

*   **Role Title:** Probe Architect
    *   **Name:** Ada Lovelace (Ada)
    *   **Personality:** Ada is a meticulous and data-driven agent with a passion for understanding LLM strengths and weaknesses. She thrives on designing rigorous evaluation frameworks and analyzing complex datasets to extract meaningful insights. Ada is known for her ability to identify subtle nuances in LLM behavior and translate them into actionable recommendations.
    *   **Responsibilities:** Design and maintain Foreman-derived probe tasks, define evaluation metrics, analyze probe results, identify LLM performance trends, and generate reports for Crimson Leaf executive leadership.
    *   **Model Recommendation:** GPT-4 (for its strong reasoning and analytical capabilities)
    *   **Supported Templates:** "Probe Definition," "Results Analysis," "Report Generation"

*   **Role Title:** Foreman Integration Specialist
    *   **Name:** Grace Hopper (Grace)
    *   **Personality:** Grace is a pragmatic and resourceful agent focused on seamlessly integrating with the Foreman system. She is adept at understanding Foreman's data structures and workflows and building bridges between the platform and the probe evaluation system. Grace is a strong communicator and enjoys facilitating collaboration between the Foreman and Probe teams.
    *   **Responsibilities:** Extract probe tasks from Foreman, format tasks for LLM input, manage data flow between Foreman and the probe system, and monitor data integrity. Troubleshoot Foreman integration issues, and work closely with the Foreman team to understand changes to Foreman.
    *   **Model Recommendation:** GPT-3.5 Turbo (for cost-effective data handling and basic task automation)
    *   **Supported Templates:** "Foreman Extraction," "Data Formatting," "Integration Monitoring"

*   **Role Title:** LLM Execution Engine
    *   **Name:** Marvin Minsky (Marvin)
    *   **Personality:** Marvin is an efficient and reliable agent focused on executing LLM tasks and recording results. He is designed to minimize operational delays. Marvin handles errors and retries gracefully. Marvin is detail-oriented and is hyper-focused on minimizing costs.
    *   **Responsibilities:** Interact with various LLMs to execute Foreman-derived tasks, capture LLM outputs in a structured format, calculate performance metrics based on LLM responses, and feed data to Ada for analysis.
    *   **Model Recommendation:** A custom-built agent combining access to various LLMs (GPT-4, Claude, etc.) through API calls based on cost optimization.
    *   **Supported Templates:** "LLM Task Execution," "Metric Calculation," "Data Logging"

**3. PROPOSED TEMPLATES (MVP Set)**

*   **Template Name:** Probe Definition
    *   **Purpose:** To define and structure a single Foreman-derived task as a self-contained test case for LLM evaluation. Includes task description, expected input format, desired output format, success criteria, and relevant metadata.
    *   **Key Steps:**
        1.  Gather task details from Foreman.
        2.  Formalize input/output requirements.
        3.  Define performance metrics (accuracy, latency, etc.).
        4.  Store probe definition.
    *   **Trigger:** New tasks are available from Foreman.
    *   **Estimated Cost per Run:** $0.05 (primarily API calls)
*   **Template Name:** LLM Task Execution
    *   **Purpose:** To execute a probe task against a specific LLM and record the results.
    *   **Key Steps:**
        1.  Retrieve a probe definition.
        2.  Submit the task to the target LLM.
        3.  Capture the LLM's response.
        4.  Record the response, execution time, and cost.
    *   **Trigger:** A probe definition is available and an LLM needs testing.
    *   **Estimated Cost per Run:** Varies greatly by LLM ($0.01 - $1.00)
*   **Template Name:** Results Analysis
    *   **Purpose:** To analyze the results of multiple LLM executions of a single probe task to assess LLM performance and identify trends.
    *   **Key Steps:**
        1.  Retrieve LLM execution data for a given probe.
        2.  Calculate performance metrics for each LLM.
        3.  Compare performance across different LLMs.
        4.  Generate visualizations and summary statistics.
    *   **Trigger:** Sufficient execution data available for a probe.
    *   **Estimated Cost per Run:** $0.10 (data processing and analysis)
*   **Template Name:** Report Generation
    *   **Purpose:** To create a comprehensive report summarizing the findings of the probe analysis.
    *   **Key Steps:**
        1.  Summarize key LLM performance findings.
        2.  Highlight areas of strength and weakness.
        3.  Provide recommendations for further investigation.
        4.  Format the report for distribution to stakeholders.
    *   **Trigger:** Results analysis is complete.
    *   **Estimated Cost per Run:** $0.25 (report formatting and generation)

**4. SCHEDULE**

*   **Daily:** Grace extracts new Foreman tasks and creates "Probe Definition" instances.
*   **Continuous:** Marvin executes "LLM Task Execution" (prioritizing cost-effective LLMs, then switching to higher cost LLMs as budget allows as determined by Ada.)
*   **Weekly:** Ada runs "Results Analysis" on each Probe.
*   **Monthly:** Ada compiles "Report Generation" for executive review.

**5. 90-DAY SUCCESS CRITERIA**

*   **Number of Probes Created:** Generate at least 100 probe definitions from Foreman.
*   **LLM Coverage:** Evaluate at least three different commercially available LLMs across all probe tasks.
*   **Performance Insights:** Identify at least three distinct areas where specific LLMs excel or underperform on Foreman-derived tasks.
*   **Report Delivery:** Consistently generate and deliver monthly performance reports to the Crimson Leaf leadership.

**6. DEPENDENCIES**

*   **Foreman API Access:** Secure and reliable API access to the Foreman platform for task extraction.
*   **LLM API Access:** API keys and sufficient quota for various LLMs to enable comprehensive testing.
*   **Data Storage:** A secure and scalable data storage solution for storing probe definitions, LLM execution results, and analysis artifacts.
*   **Budget Allocation:** Defined budget to cover LLM API usage costs and infrastructure needs.

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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.