01 / Methodology

Make every claim answerable.

The research workflow separates what was observed from what was inferred, challenged, and decided. Interface states are not substitutes for source records.

HOLD IS THE DEFAULTNO AUTOMATED AUTHORIZATION

SourceIdentify origin, coverage, timestamp and integrity record.

ClaimSpecify exact assertion, units and limitations.

ChallengeTest counterevidence, uncertainty and alternatives.

DecisionRecord a human-approved disposition or remain on HOLD.

Research evidence, simulated fixtures, editorial synthesis, and operational authorization are separate classes. Passing a visual demo checklist never promotes a strategy or permits trading.

Minimum review questions

Can it be traced?

Are the source, version, timestamp and transformation identifiable?

Can it be challenged?

What data is missing, stale, conflicting, or outside scope?

Who decides?

What explicit human action is required, and where is the receipt?