Performance-Based Proposal
Overview
Following a conversation between Mark and Melissa, Asymmetric is preparing a performance-based pricing proposal for Blue Sky. This proposal structure was chosen as an alternative to the standard retainer model, likely to lower the barrier to re-engagement or continued work with the client.
Melissa is drafting the proposal and will route it through Mark for review before sending to the client.
Background
Blue Sky came up briefly during the [1] as a client requiring a non-standard commercial approach. The decision to pursue a performance-based structure was made in a prior conversation between Mark and Melissa ("per our conversation last night").
No specific services, KPIs, or payment triggers were detailed in the source meeting — those are to be worked out in the draft.
Proposal Status
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Status | Draft in progress |
| Owner | Melissa Cusumano |
| Reviewer | Mark Hope |
| Target | Blue Sky client contact |
Key Decisions
- Pricing model: Performance-based (pay-by-results), not a flat retainer
- Process: Melissa drafts → Mark reviews → send to client
- Specific performance metrics and payment triggers TBD in the draft
Action Items
- [ ] Melissa to draft performance-based proposal for Blue Sky (@Melissa Cusumano)
- [ ] Send draft to Mark for review before client delivery (@Melissa Cusumano)
- [ ] Mark to review and approve proposal (@Mark Hope)
- [ ] Send approved proposal to Blue Sky client (@Melissa Cusumano)
Related
- [2]
- [3]