DNA

Mission & Values

We believe that the value of the work of a collective is greater than the sum of the value of the work of its members acting individually and independently of each other.

Cogniteo is a community-driven organization committed to advancing Platform Engineering through open-source contribution, collaboration, ethical business practices, and continuous learning. Our mission is to create vendor-agnostic, scalable, efficient, and resilient Platforms while fostering an inclusive and transparent culture.

Core Values:

• Collaboration: We believe in the power of collective intelligence.
• Integrity: Honest and ethical practices guide our work.
• Innovation: Continuous improvement and adaptability are key to success.
• Sustainability: We build platforms with long-term impact in mind.
• Customer-Centricity: The needs and success of our clients drive our solutions.

New Members

New Members undergo an incubation phase to ensure alignment with our principles and standards. This period allows for mutual assessment and skill development.

Phases of Incubation:

Onboarding (Month 1)

• Introduction to Collective’s mission, processes, and ethical guidelines.
• Pairing with a mentor for knowledge transfer.
• Initial skill assessment.

Integration (Months 2-4)

• Participation in real-world projects with senior consultants.
• Bi-weekly feedback and performance review.
• Contribution to internal knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Evaluation & Decision (Months 5-6)

• Final assessment based on project contributions and alignment with values.
• Decision on full membership, extension of incubation, or offboarding with feedback.

Decision-Making Framework

The Collective employs a decentralized and consensus-driven decision-making model, ensuring all voices are heard while maintaining efficiency.

Types of Decisions:

• Operational Decisions: Managed by working groups within the Collective.
• Strategic Decisions: Require consensus from core members.
• Client Engagement Decisions: Subject to ethical review and impact analysis.

Decision-Making Process:

• Proposal Stage: Any member can propose a decision.
• Discussion Phase: Open discussion within the group.
• Consensus or Vote: A 75% majority vote is required for major decisions.
• Implementation: Assigned team executes the decision, followed by a retrospective analysis.

Ethical Model for Working with Customers

Our approach to customer relationships is based on fairness, transparency, and accountability.

Ethical Guidelines:

• Honest Consulting: We provide objective, vendor-neutral recommendations.
• Data Protection: Adherence to privacy laws and best practices.
• Fair Pricing: Transparent pricing structures with no hidden costs.
• Continuous Improvement: Regular ethical audits and client feedback loops.
• No Exploitative Contracts: Ensuring fair terms for both parties.

By adhering to this DNA document, Cogniteo Collective ensures a culture of trust, innovation, and sustainable impact in the field of platform engineering.