**Definition**: An asset is any resource—digital, intellectual, reputational, or physical—that is owned or stewarded by the Network Nations Alliance. **Characteristics**: - Has clear stewardship (who is responsible) - Governed by specific protocols - Serves Alliance [[Purpose]] and [[Mission]] - May have varying access levels (public, members-only, stewards-only) - Creates value for the Alliance and community **Types of Assets**: ### Digital Infrastructure - Websites and platforms - Databases and indexes - Communication channels - Forums and discussion spaces ### Intellectual Property - Definitions and standards - Brand and identity elements - Knowledge repositories - Documentation and protocols ### Media and Content - Podcast and productions - Published materials - Educational resources - Templates and toolkits ### Governance Assets - Constitution - Protocols and procedures - Decision records - Historical documentation **Asset Lifecycle**: 1. **Creation/Acquisition**: Asset comes into Alliance stewardship 2. **Active Stewardship**: Asset is maintained and utilized 3. **Evolution**: Asset is updated or adapted over time 4. **Sunset**: Asset may be archived or deprecated if no longer needed **Stewardship Responsibilities**: Asset stewards are responsible for: - Maintaining asset quality and functionality - Ensuring appropriate access - Applying relevant protocols - Updating as needed - Reporting to community **Documentation Requirements**: Each asset should have: - Clear description and purpose - Identified stewards - Governing protocols - Access and visibility levels - Related assets, roles, and membranes See [[Assets Index]] for all Alliance assets.