Intergalactic Summit

I have been working on ideas for organisation, and have come up with this:

http://i.imgur.com/Hyc6jeo.png

As you can see, there's not really any division boundaries. At this stage in time, I believe that there isn't so much of a need for formal divisions, at least until things pick up pace. If they pick up.

Previously, things were arranged in a sort of spiderweb fashion, with Tukoss at the centre, and everything having to go to/from him, there wasn't really much talk between people. I feel this may have been detrimental.

So, at the outside, are all the project members, new and old, who are active in field work, researching topics of interest.

They have their project heads new and old, who would be in charge of managing resources, and providing reports and other documentation.

Any smaller issues that project members have, could probably be discussed and solved by their project head.

Above the project heads, are what I called the "science council", consisting of former A'J division heads and senior researchers, such as myself, Morwen Lagann, Professor Sealbreaker, and others. The role of the science council would be to organise and support project heads, according to expertise, and to advise project heads on scientific matters. The council wouldn't have much power, it should only be a means whereby project heads could seek advice, and receive assistance on producing scientific publications worthy of the A'J name.

The intention is so that Hilen Tukoss isn't burdened with so much, that he is unable to do whatever it is he needs to do with these things he's asked for.

So, I present that as an alternative, in the interests of discussion.

I have a few ideas for things as well, projects that people can start working on.

I think a combination of both Gehen Sealbreaker’s suggestion and Valerie Valate’s suggestion would be a good structure to build upon. Instead of Project Heads, as stated in Valerie’s diagram, replace them with Division Leaders and have that “ring” organized as shown in Gehen’s diagram. Combining the two I believe would prove to be an effective start to the revitalizing Arek’Jaalan.

Also it's been two weeks...have any decisions really been made?

Hi Anslo,

In roughly 1 week, we will be voting on the proposals in this symposium, and that will be when the decisions are made. Very soon! We're almost there.

This is a very interesting proposal, Dr. Valate. It has similarities and compatibilities with mine, as Mr. Leveaux pointed out, but is maybe a more transparent, more fluid approach.

Your proposal have merits to my eyes, although I would not put the name of Dr. Tukoss is the middle of the chart right now, due to the current controversy.

However, I have a question. While your proposal tackles the subject of scientific research very well (and it's the main objective we pursue), you did not say much about the support divisions. We have seen that they require a lot of attention, with multiple examples recently:

- Acquisition was always critical, and the simple return of the Antiquarian transformed a daunting collection task into a mere formality.
- Security, although not always critical, seems to leverage passions about who is going to lead it. (This statement is not an invitation to devolve this symposium again, please.)
- (I do not forget about all the other support divisions, but they were not put into such an extreme spotlight recently - which is a good thing, A'J:SEC provides enough drama.)

So, Dr. Valate, how would these divisions fit into your proposal? Should their past top contributors be members of the Science Council as well? How do you propose we organize elections or nominations in case of a disputed position?

I have made some alterations, perhaps this would be more suitable: http://i.imgur.com/vPnWqXL.png

Science division, encompasses all research.
Security division, manages all security teams.
Materials division, handles all the materials collected, and requested.
Publishing division, handles archives of discussions, helps people with their publications.

As I had suggested, the "council", would be largely an advisory body, to help project leaders find the resources they need.

I did think all past top contributors should be members of the Council, that might not have been clear.

I'd say that, for elections, members of the Council would have just one major power: that of veto, but this must come at the cost of their own position.

E.g. I, as a past Division Head, would be on the Council. Someone wants to be head of the entire Science Division, and I have strong objections. I could veto that person being the head of the Science Division, but would have to resign from the Council as a result. This is to ensure that that power would not be used lightly.

We'll have to work on the rest of the election structure.

Is it?
I stand by my own proposal, but I can see the merits of Dr. Valate's one.

Dr. Valate's proposal (with merged divisions) have no division head to veto projects, which is sound: there would be no way that a single person would oversee all the research taking place in A'J. But is this merger a good idea in the first place? I like the idea that smaller divisions (at least in the science field) will be able to have a Division Head, and therefore, someone to greenlight projects.

(( As much as meritocracy is a suitable form for Arek'Jalaan, this has to be kept organized and moderated, if only because we too may fail, not just our characters: overeager participants may push forward unrealistic projects, or pretend breakthroughs that are blatant godmoding. Division Heads are, in my opinion, necessary, for they would be not only recognized scientific figures, but also, played by experienced roleplayers, familiar both with roleplaying in general, and EVE PF in particular. Hence my preference for multiple smaller scientific divisions. (Although less than today, see my first post in this thread for details on my proposal.) ))

The "Council", was necessary, in my opinion for three things:

To try and ensure that new projects live up to the name of Arek'Jaalan.

To try and ensure that the A'J name is not misappropriated.

To try and ensure the whole project is not unduly relying on Dr. Tukoss.

If you have other ideas to try and achieve this, then please, share them.

It is truly a pleasure seeing new faces joining the ranks of Arek'Jaalan. With the return of Dr. Tukoss and the infusion of new members amidst the old, Arek'Jaalan stands to leave a greater mark in the history of New Eden.

I applaud those who had the tenacity to keep the spirit of the Project going. Years of Dr. Tukoss' absence has left the Project in an indefinite hiatus, but thanks to several individuals here, I envision that the newly invigorated Arek'Jaalan will shine brighter than its predecessor.

Recently, there has been a talk of organizational restructuring. Although a change is in order, I believe that too drastic of a change would be detrimental to the stability of the organization itself. On the other hand, I wholeheartedly agree with simplifying the organization to meet the current needs. I have reviewed dozens of ideas specified on this Symposium and I believe that Mr. Sealbreaker's proposal is most sound. It comprehensively covers all the necessities of the Project and I value the proposal for its ability to be implemented right away.

As a simple clerk overseeing couple trinkets, I am not in the position to dictate any terms, but from my experiences in New Eden, any abrupt and invalidated-drastic changes without a proper due diligence has left many organizations and corps limping. I urge others to examine Mr. Sealbreaker's proposal before casting your votes.

So another case of cliques screening out the undesirables? Figures.

Huola Coalition fully withdraws any and all offers of assistance, fleet support and/or otherwise, to this project as it stands.