Transition Model

1. Purpose

The Transition Model explains how FactHarbor evolves from an early experimental phase to a more stable organisation and, eventually, to a federated ecosystem.

2. Phases (Illustrative)

• Prototype / Proof of Concept – Very small core team; focus on validating the basic approach.
• Beta – More users and contributors; governance and processes become clearer and more formal.
• Release 1.x – Stable operation, documented contributor processes, and clearer separation of roles.
• Federated Phase – Multiple instances or partners adopt the model; shared governance principles across a network.
  The exact naming and number of phases can be adapted later, but the idea of deliberate transitions should remain.

3. Transition Principles

• Preserve mission and neutrality during growth.
• Document which responsibilities move from individuals to shared bodies.
• Make role changes and new structures transparent to contributors and users.
• Keep early experimental material accessible as historical context.

4. Practical Use

This page is intentionally lightweight. More detailed transition plans and roadmaps will be held in project management tools or dedicated XWiki pages when needed.