documentation-rfc

Draft decision-ready RFCs with problem statements, options, constraints and risk assessment for stakeholder sign-off.

7|Updated Feb 14, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/KentoShimizu/sw-agent-skills --skill documentation-rfc

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Skill: documentation-rfc
Source: https://github.com/KentoShimizu/sw-agent-skills/tree/main/skills/documentation-rfc
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/KentoShimizu/sw-agent-skills --skill documentation-rfc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

RFCs provide a structured, review-friendly way to frame complex technical proposals, ensuring stakeholders align on problems, options, and decisions before committing resources.

Core Features & Use Cases

Template-driven drafting for problem statements, constraints, options, and decisions.
Decision-quality checks and approval workflows using included references and templates.
Reusable RFC components (templates, risk matrices) to accelerate governance.

Quick Start

Provide a complete RFC draft for a proposed change including problem framing, options, and recommendation.

Frequently Asked Questions about documentation-rfc

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I write an RFC for a technical proposal requiring stakeholder sign-off?▼

Draft an RFC by framing the problem statement, constraints, options, and risk assessment. This generates a decision-ready document that aligns stakeholders and secures sign-off before committing resources.

What is the best way to structure an RFC for technical decision-making?▼

The best way to structure an RFC for technical decision-making uses a template-driven format covering the problem statement, constraints, options, and decisions. This ensures review-friendly framing for stakeholder alignment.

Can I include a risk analysis in my RFC documentation for stakeholders?▼

Yes, you can include risk analysis in RFC documentation. The generated draft incorporates reusable risk matrices and option assessments to provide decision-quality checks for stakeholders reviewing the proposal.

How do I create an RFC template that compares multiple technical options?▼

Create an RFC template comparing technical options by detailing each alternative within the options section. The draft applies decision-quality checks and approval workflows to evaluate constraints and recommendations.

When do I need to draft an RFC instead of a standard technical specification?▼

Draft an RFC instead of a standard specification when a proposed change requires alignment and sign-off across stakeholders. RFCs frame complex technical proposals to ensure decisions are made before resources are committed.

Does the RFC drafting process provide approval guidance for stakeholders?▼

Yes, the RFC drafting process provides approval guidance. It generates deliverables with an RFC template and approval workflows, using references and risk matrices to meet frontmatter-driven metadata requirements.