0. Summary
This proposal suggests updating the start and end times for all period voting rounds to 16:00 CET. The rationale is to align round transitions with the working hours of platform contributors based in Europe, improving operational efficiency and reducing disruptions caused by daylight savings time differences.
The goal is to streamline critical milestones for platform maintenance without impacting auction schedules or voter participation.
1. Rationale
Currently, Botto’s round transitions occur at times that are less optimal for European-based contributors, who handle critical tasks like bug fixes and platform updates. Aligning these transitions with European working hours ensures smoother operations and reduces strain on contributors.
Additionally, setting the round times to a fixed CET schedule avoids confusion caused by daylight savings adjustments, which differ across regions, creating a consistent experience for both contributors and the community.
2. Proposal Specification
The proposed adjustments to round timings are as follows:
- All voting rounds will now start and end at 16:00 CET year-round, eliminating discrepancies caused by daylight savings changes.
- Auction schedules will remain unaffected by this adjustment.
- The voting interface will be updated to clearly display round timings in CET and equivalent times for major time zones.
3. Budget
No specific budget is required for this proposal as it involves only scheduling and UI adjustments.
4. Criteria of Success
The success of this proposal can be measured by:
- Improved operational efficiency for platform contributors during round transitions.
- Positive feedback from contributors and community members about the updated schedule.
- Consistent voter participation and engagement metrics, with no significant impact from the timing change.
5. Disadvantages
- Short-term adjustment required for community members accustomed to the current schedule.
- Possible changes to routines for contributors and voters.
