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006-write-initiative

Creates XDRS initiative documents with scope, milestones, deliverables, and index registration.

1|1|Updated Feb 28, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#project planning#adr#milestones#initiative#decision records#xdrs
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/flaviostutz/xdrs-core --skill 006-write-initiative-flaviostutz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: 006-write-initiative
Source: https://github.com/flaviostutz/xdrs-core/tree/main/examples/typed-scope/.xdrs/_core/adrs/principles/skills/006-write-initiative
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/flaviostutz/xdrs-core --skill 006-write-initiative-flaviostutz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Teams using the XDRS framework need initiative documents that follow strict structural standards, correct scope/type/subject placement, and proper cross-referencing with Policies and Research. Writing these manually is error-prone and often produces inconsistent numbering, missing index entries, or non-compliant templates. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Guided Initiative Authoring: Walks through scope placement, prerequisites gating, type and subject selection, and sequential numbering before drafting. - Standards-Compliant Templates: Produces initiatives following the mandatory XDRS template with executive summary, problem statement, proposed solution, milestones, risks, and references. - Index and Cross-Reference Management: Registers the initiative in the canonical scope index and adds back-references in related Policies, Research, and Skills. - Use Case: A user asks to create a plan for migrating an API to v2. The Skill determines the scope and type, assigns the next initiative number, drafts the document with milestones and an expected end date, saves it in the correct folder, and updates the index. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to create an initiative for your project goal, for example: create an initiative for migrating our API to v2 with milestones and an expected end date.

Frequently Asked Questions about 006-write-initiative

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I create an initiative document in an XDRS project?▼

Invoke the skill with your goal, such as creating a migration plan. It confirms the scope, selects the type and subject, assigns the next available number, drafts the document from the standard template, and registers it in the scope index.

What is the difference between an XDRS initiative and a Policy?▼

A Policy captures a lasting decision or rule and is the source of truth, while an initiative is an ephemeral execution plan that must be deleted after implementation. If a request is really a decision, the skill directs you to create a Policy instead.

How are initiative numbers and file names assigned in XDRS?▼

The skill lists the target initiatives folder, finds the highest existing number in that scope, type, and subject namespace, and increments by one. Files use lowercase kebab-case titles and are never reused.

Can an XDRS initiative span more than two years?▼

No. The expected end date must be within two years of creation in ISO format. Larger efforts must be split into multiple smaller initiatives, each independently actionable with its own deliverables.

What happens when an XDRS initiative is fully implemented?▼

The initiative document is deleted because initiatives are ephemeral. Lasting outputs such as Policies, Skills, and Articles must remain properly linked and indexed before deletion.

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