Context Layer
Product term: Context
Category: concept
Definition
The metadata layer within an INA that describes context: requirements, constraints, stakeholders, dependencies, and history. Allows people joining a swarm to understand what problem is being solved without ramp-up. Continuously updated as understanding evolves.
Key Points
- •Rich metadata about work
- •Requirements, constraints, stakeholders
- •Enables rapid onboarding
- •Prevents context-switching tax
- •Evolves as understanding grows
- •Critical for fluid swarms
Frequently Asked Questions
What goes in the Context Layer?
Requirements, constraints, stakeholders who care, dependencies on other work, relevant history, and decision rationale.
Who maintains context?
The INA owner maintains it, but everyone can contribute. The Ledger tracks all changes.
Does context stay permanent?
While the INA is active. Once completed, it's archived but retrievable.
How does context help with onboarding?
New team members read the context layer and are 80% up to speed without meetings.
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