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This is about one's ability to do something (initiate a process or contribute to an existing one) without the need for approval.

A good initiative is one that increases the probability to improve the organisation or its [[products]], and by the same token increases the probability for additional [[benefits]] for [[affiliates]]. A "bad" initiative is one that causes harm to the organisation as a whole or to some of its [[affiliates]]. Sometimes we perceive as bad initiatives those that are not intended to cause harm, but might be wasteful (in terms of utilization of [[resources]]). Usually, this type of initiatives don't attract attention or [[resources]] to go forward, but there is no penalty for trying. The OVN is a Darwinian environment for ideas, in which the good ones get ''traction'' and the bad ones are neglected and forgotten. An good initiative that fails is still a learning opportunity.

Rationale: Reduce bureaucracy, lower barriers to innovation, agile, fail fast.

The governance model that takes free initiative to the extreme is called a doacracy, i.e. the power of doers, those who do, who take initiative.

Important note: Some actions require very little effort but can be harmful and even irreversible. Such actions are vectors of [[attack]]. In these cases free initiative should be closely watched, peer reviewed and potentially sanctioned. For example, publishing something that can tarnish the reputation of the OVN, using the OVN's brand in a harmful way, as if it is done in the name of the OVN, false representation.

Some conditions must be fulfilled in order for free initiative to become a benefit rather than a burden

* The [[value system]] is transparent and legible, everyone can see the big picture.
* A transparent [[reputation system]] is in place.
* The [[digital environment]] provides tools for sharing and broadcasting new intentions and allows affiliates to monitor, discuss, contribute or [[red flag]].
* All initiatives are open to allow others to participate, to correct the development path, to provide alternatives, and even to [[red flag]] (oppose and stop).

It is the responsibility of the initiator to rally support and resources for his/her initiative. The individual choices of members with higher reputation will have an impact on other members. This is how skills, talent and capacity are attracted to the process.

[[Category: Governance, Culture, Ethos]]

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