DAO STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK

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DAO STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK - PLAN [Draft]

Summary

This proposal aims to gather community feedback to implement Strategic Framework, developed as a part of DAO strategic planning working group.

Abstract

As the Decentraland DAO matures and expands its influence, it becomes crucial to develop operational processes to set up,update and maintain strategic initiatives.

Motivation

With an increasing number of stakeholders and a broadening scope of activities, there is a pressing need for a clear, coherent Strategic Framework to guide the DAO's direction and decision-making processes.

Strategic Framework will help DAO's strategy remain aligned, adaptable, and responsive to both the long-term vision and the evolving needs of the community.

Specification

The Strategic Framework is a structured set of guidelines and tools designed to define and implement the long-term goals, vision, and direction of DAO.

It aims for aligned actions, decisions, initiatives, and clear objectives, enabling all members - including voters, delegates, core units, and all interested users to organize the working process and collaborate as a whole to succeed.

Annual and Quarterly DAO Goal’s Setting

Yearly Timeline

1. January-February: Begin the year with DAO-wide meetings to outline and establish the annual strategy.

2. March - November: Implement and monitor the quarterly objectives, ensuring alignment with the set annual goals.

3. December: Conduct annual review to measure the year's performance against the set goals.

Quarterly Process

Start of Each Quarter

• Conduct community meetings to gather input for setting quarterly goals.

• Define specific objectives for the quarter, aligning them with the annual strategy.

• Establish and update KPIs using the SMART method to reflect progress and adapt to changes.

Mid-Quarter:

• Check-in to assess progress and adapt strategies based on the evaluations of KPIs.

• Facilitate necessary mid-quarter adjustments to stay on track with quarterly objectives.

End of Each Quarter:

• Evaluate the quarter’s performance against the objectives.

• Conduct community meetings to report on progress, gather feedback, and prepare for the next quarter.

• Reallocate resources and refine strategies/processes as required, based on quarterly performance reviews and feedback.

Implementation and Monitoring

• Assign tasks for each quarter's objectives to community groups, including Facilitators, Core Units, Delegates, Voters, and other interested users, utilizing different decision-making frameworks.

• Schedule regular check-ins throughout each quarter to monitor progress and make necessary adjustments.

Quarterly Reviews and Adjustments

• At the end of each quarter, conduct evaluations to compare actual progress against the KPIs.

• Based on these evaluations, reallocate resources and refine strategies for the subsequent quarter.

Annual Review and Forward Planning

• In December, perform a detailed analysis to assess the overall performance against the annual goals.

• Use end-of-year feedback from the community to refine goals and strategies for the next year.

• Set objectives for the upcoming year, taking into account both the outcomes of the current year.

Impacts

Best Case Scenario

• Enhance and align decision-making processes with the DAO's long-term goals.

• Improve resource allocation to projects that best serve the DAO interests and needs.

• Engage community by providing clear objectives and bringing collaboration across all DAO members.

• Attract more contributors and partnerships by showcasing a clear, strategic direction.

Worst Case Scenario

• Can be confusing if the new process isn't communicated effectively.

• Resistance to change from conservative Community members.

Implementation Pathways

Strategic Planning Working Group

• Initiate a special DAO strategic planning working group by either establishing a new group or leveraging existing one. This group will be tasked with overseeing and implementing the strategic planning process and serve as the hub for documentation, collaboration, and progress tracking.

• Utilize Notion and/or relevant instruments for organizing and tracking the strategic planning process.

Test Period

• Commence a test period starting from July-August 2024. This phase will serve as a trial for setting annual and quarterly goals, allowing the DAO to evaluate the framework's effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.

• Assign responsibility for the framework's execution to the DAO Committee and Core Units. Each body will nominate representative(s) to participate in the strategic planning process.

• The test period will provide an opportunity for the stakeholders to familiarize themselves with the process and contribute to its refinement.

Feedback and Full Implementation

• Set up a mechanism for ongoing feedback from the DAO community throughout the strategic planning process.

• Schedule regular review sessions to assess the framework's impact, making iterative adjustments based on community feedback, changing priorities, and achieved outcomes.

• Based on insights and feedback from the test period, fully implement the strategic planning framework by January 2025.

Conclusion

Setting up a Strategic Framework is critical for the Decentraland and DAO's continued growth and success. This process will enable the community to navigate the complexities of its evolving ecosystem, align its diverse community towards common goals. This proposal underscores the importance of community involvement in shaping the DAO Strategy, ensuring that it reflects the collective aspirations and needs.

This proposal is summarized due to technical limitations. To view it complete and vote on it, visit the DCL DAO Governance dApp