Grafting Protocol


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Grafting Protocol

How a new Cell joins without destabilising the whole field

“Grafting” is the process of connecting a new Cell into the Honeycomb. The aim is to welcome collaboration while protecting sovereignty and boundaries.

Step 1: Invitation (Purpose)

  • Why are we connecting?
  • What value is expected on both sides?

Step 2: Boundary Declaration (Non-negotiables)

Each Cell states:

  • What it will not share
  • What it can share via Membrane Packets
  • Any red lines (topics, data types, conditions)

Step 3: Role Agreement

  • Who is the Cell Steward for the pilot?
  • Who (if anyone) is Membrane Steward?
  • What is the default AI role (Cartographer unless invited otherwise)?

Step 4: Pilot Session (Bounded)

  • One session, time-limited (e.g., 45–60 minutes)
  • One clear objective
  • Explicit closure rules (what is shared / what is held)

Step 5: Debrief (Immediate)

Three questions:

  1. What worked?
  2. What didn’t?
  3. What needs changing before we repeat this?

Step 6: Decision

Choose one (all valid):

  • Welcome: proceed with ongoing connection
  • Pause: not now; revisit later
  • Decline: no fit; close cleanly

Step 7: Update Protocols (If needed)

If the pilot revealed boundary issues, update membrane rules before any further sessions.