GIP-124: Should GnosisDAO fund the GnosisGov Navigator, a governance and delegate dashboard?
- In Favour
- Against
GIP: 124
title: GnosisGov Navigator: Enhancing Delegate Participation and Governance Transparency
author: < Aakash Athawasya (X: @AakashAtha) and Vivek Kumar ( X: rewritingmystry) on behalf of PYOR>
status: Draft
type: <Funding>
created: <2025-03-25>
duration: 3 months
funding: $29400
Continuing the discussion from Proposal: Gnosis DAO Delegate Dashboard , which has been created by my colleague Vivek.
Executive Summary
Problem:
Gnosis DAO governance faces fragmented delegate information and low participation due to:
- Token holders manually compiling delegate data from multiple sources
- Lack of timely governance updates for delegates
- Absence of standardized metrics for evaluating delegate performance
Solution:
Fund the development of Gov Navigator, a two-pronged system to:
- Delegate Dashboard: Centralize delegate analytics (activity, alignment, influence)
- Privacy-First Telegram Bot: Automate governance notifications without personal data
Ecosystem Benefits:
- Projected increase in delegate participation
- Reduction in token holder research time
- Improved transparency for informed delegation decisions
About PYOR
PYOR specializes in crypto research and analytics. The team has over 10 years of experience building in the crypto space. We are backed by leading investors like Castle Island Ventures and Coinbase Ventures and work with teams like Arbitrum, Cosmos, Ribbit Capital, Compound, etc.
PYOR is an official delegate for Wormhole and zkSync, committed to contributing to the success of both DAOs.
Motivation
Effective governance is the foundation of any successful DAO. At Gnosis, we’ve observed growing challenges that hinder the collective decision-making processes. Delegate information is scattered across multiple platforms in threads, making it difficult for token holders to evaluate whom to trust with their voting power. Meanwhile, delegates struggle to stay informed about new proposals and voting deadlines.
Gov Navigator aims to address these practical challenges by providing a comprehensive solution that serves both delegates and token holders. By centralizing delegate information, standardizing performance metrics, and implementing a privacy-focused notification system, we can significantly improve governance participation and transparency.
Specification
The Gov Navigator will deliver two integrated components to enhance governance transparency and participation:
1. Delegate Dashboard
| Component | Functionality |
|---|---|
| Macro Metrics | Proposal trends (success rates, categories), voting power distribution (Gini coefficient), delegate onboarding rates |
| Delegate Profiles | Activity (votes made/missed), alignment (vs. outcomes), influence (voting power share), proposal-level insights |
| Proposal Views | Compare delegate voting patterns, visualize voting timelines, track lifecycle stages |
2. Telegram Bot
| Feature | Functionality |
|---|---|
| Automated Alerts | New proposals (with summaries), voting deadlines (48h/24h/1h reminders), execution updates |
| Privacy Design | Closed group access, no personal data required |
Please go through the following document to see all the deliverables in detail: Here
Rationale
Community Consensus:
- Feedback received by delegates (@lefterisjp, @Viszla) for addressing engagement gaps
- Aligns with GnosisDAO’s strategic focus on governance health
Alternatives Considered:
- We rejected a native app approach due to reliance on third-party infrastructure
- Tally/Curia: Limited to passive dashboards without proactive engagement tools
Why Our Team?
PYOR has established itself as a trusted analytics provider in the blockchain ecosystem, with a proven track record in developing governance analytics solutions for leading protocols such as:
- Arbitrum: Developed LTIPP Incentive Program Analytics dashboard
- Compound Finance: Created a comprehensive lending and yield tracker dashboard with borrower/supplier metrics
- EigenLayer: Built a complete dashboard tracking assets delegated, delegators, operators, and AVSs
- ICP: Developed a governance and DAO rewards visualization system
- Cosmos: Delivered consumer chain and validators analytics
Our experience directly aligns with the requirements of the Gnosis Gov Navigator project, demonstrating proficiency in:
- Governance analytics and dashboard development
- Delegate performance metrics
- Notification systems for timely updates
- Custom metrics development for protocol-specific needs
PYOR’s service quality is characterized by regular data updates, multiple communication channels, and flexible output formats. Our existing technical infrastructure is already configured to deliver the proposed features of Gov Navigator, including on-chain analytics integration, advanced visualization capabilities, and custom formula development for governance-specific metrics.
Budget
Total Request: $29,400 ( Approx. 224 GNO)
| Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Dashboard Development | $22,000.00 |
| Telegram Bot Integration | $5,000.00 |
| Testing & Maintenance (12 months) | $2,400.00 |
| Total | $29,400.00 |
Milestones
Phase 1: Core Development (2 months)
- Success Metrics:
- Macro metrics framework operational
- Basic delegate profiles integrated with Snapshot API
- Cost: $22,000
Phase 2: Notification System (1 month)
- Success Metrics:
- Telegram bot sends alerts with 99% reliability
- 50% of delegates join closed group
- Cost: $5,000
Phase 3: Maintenance (12 months)
- Success Metrics:
- <5% downtime for dashboard
- 25% participation rate increase
- Cost: $2,400
Conclusion
Gov Navigator addresses critical gaps in GnosisDAO’s governance infrastructure through data-driven insights and automated engagement. This proposal follows a phased funding approach with clear success metrics, ensuring accountability. Community feedback is welcome during the 7-day temperature check period.
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