Thank you, there are really good questions and you’re right: there have been challenges reaching and/or obtaining updates from some grantees. The approach includes multiple layers of reminders and reduced manual dependency burden of chasing teams for status and direct outreach. Most importantly, it makes surfaces issues earlier instead of being buried in the noise
How we handle it:
We use data signals to detect inactivity or risk:
- Automated signals:
- Forum and social media activity analysis (e.g., detecting and analysing new updates or lack thereof )
- GitHub commits activities or repo silence
- Fund movements without corresponding milestone updates
These signals feed into automated heuristics that flag when a project is behind schedule or off-track. Risky or non-compliant projects are automatically surfaced on the dashboard with visual indicators. This shifts the DAO from reactive oversight to proactive visibility making delivery issues easy to spot and act on quickly, clearly and early on.
2. Frictionless Update Flow
- Grantees will receive automated reminders before milestones are due.
- Biweekly updates will be encouraged and potentially mandated.
- Integrated with tools teams already use, like Discord or Twitter, so updates fit into their existing workflow.
- A monthly activity summary combines automated analysis for human review to highlight red flags or gaps
3. Automating Accountability Tools for Delegates/Admins
- Community can quickly spot stalled or unresponsive projects
- Milestone status and update history are publicly visible, creating social pressure.
- Over time, this helps set a cultural norm where updating is expected, not optional
Even non-compliance becomes data. The absence of updates triggers risk flags and influences future funding decisions. This means voters will favor proposals that use the platform to demonstrate accountability, driving a culture of reporting and transparency. The goal is to create a structure where accountability is easier, earlier, and more consistent across projects. Happy to dig deeper on any of these strategies, and again, thank you for raising this important.