> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://messier.gitbook.io/catalogue-de-messier/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://messier.gitbook.io/catalogue-de-messier/messier-applications/innovator-hub/how-it-works.md).

# How It Works

#### 1. **Proposal Submission**

* Anyone can submit an idea.
* Wallet signature required.
* NDA & Revenue Share Agreement signed.
* Proposal form collects: title, summary, background, revenue model, category, etc.

#### 2. **Admin Review**

* The Messier team reviews proposals.
* May include interviews or questions.
* Projects are verified for originality, feasibility, and fit.

#### 3. **Powehi Voting**

* Open to wallets with 500M+
* Community filter for early signal strength.

#### 4. **Halo Voting**

* Open to wallets with 8.7M+ 
* Final validation by the broader ecosystem.

#### 5. **Approval & Development**

* Selected proposals enter active development.
* Messier owns execution; proposers get 30% of net revenue.
* Ongoing communication with the proposer during build.

***

### Proposal Lifecycle

To ensure a smooth and fair review process, proposals follow a maximum 45-day lifecycle:

| Phase                     | Duration | Details                                                                 |
| ------------------------- | -------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Proposal Submission Open  | 20 Days  | Anyone can submit a proposal during this period.                        |
| Admin Review & Interviews | 10 Days  | Admin reviews submissions + conducts interviews (especially late ones). |
| Powehi Voting             | 5 Days   | Powehi members can vote as soon as a proposal passes admin review.      |
| Halo Voting               | 10 Days  | Public community voting via Halo members.                               |
| Total Cycle               | 45 Days  | Proposals auto-close if no decision is made.                            |

> ⚠️ Admin Review and Powehi Voting may happen in parallel.\
> Proposals submitted near the deadline are still fully reviewed.

***

### Agreements & Ownership

#### NDA & Revenue Share

* Signed before submitting.
* Proposers receive **30% of net revenue** (fees - costs).
* Payout in ETH, USDC, USDT, or converted dApp-native tokens.
* Minimum threshold: $250 USD equivalent.

#### Platform Ownership

* Messier retains full rights to backend, frontend, contracts, UI, and infra.
* Proposers retain idea credit only.
* Messier is not obligated to hand over the code, IP, or admin access.

***

### Proposal Guidelines

* ✅ Problem-solution clarity is key
* ✅ Highlight what makes your idea unique
* ✅ Share relevant experience or motivation
* ✅ Revenue plan matters

> *Be bold. Be clear. You don’t need to be a developer to apply.*