This section specifies the concrete systems through which interaction among agents becomes observable and recordable.

Interaction is not a single event and not merely “multiple choices.” It consists of interdependent actions: bids and counterbids, offers and acceptances, allocations and deliveries, payments and penalties, disclosures and withholding, rule changes and enforcement, entry and exit. None of these appear as evidence on their own. They become empirical only when captured by systems that detect interaction events, convert them into recordable form, relate them across agents and time, and preserve them as durable records.

The instruments listed here are those systems. They include settlement and clearing ledgers, allocation registries, order and bid submission interfaces, message and signal logs, visibility and disclosure controls, rule and mechanism registries, eligibility and access controls, enforcement and sanction logs, dispute and appeal systems, and timing and response trackers. Together, they define what interaction can look like empirically: who did what, in response to whom, under which rules, with what information, at what time, and with what realized consequences.

This table does not describe strategies, intentions, equilibria, or beliefs. It does not assume cooperation, competition, rationality, or optimization. Instead, it makes explicit the measurement infrastructure that produces the records on which all empirical claims about markets and strategic behavior rest. By listing these instruments and their limits, the table clarifies what aspects of interaction are observable, what are only partially visible, and what never enter the record at all.

In this sense, the instruments here define the empirical boundary of interaction analysis. They determine which patterns of behavior can be reconstructed from evidence, which comparisons are meaningful, and where uncertainty, discretion, and institutional mediation shape what can be known about markets and strategic systems.


What This Interaction Table Reveals

Column-by-Column

Instrument

Description

Examples


What Exists vs What Is Recorded

Entity Touched

Reveals what interaction is “touching” in practice:

It makes clear interaction evidence is often institution-mediated (clearing, access control, compliance), not just agent choices.

Property Measured

Shows which dimension of interaction is being captured:

You learn what “interaction” is operationally treated as: flows + constraints + observability + timing.

Observable Detected

Shows what the systems can actually register:

This is where you see the hard truth: interaction becomes evidence only through trace events, not intentions.

State Variable Instantiated

Shows what interaction becomes as data:

You learn what you can actually analyze downstream: mostly structured event objects, not “strategies.”

Units Output

Shows what interaction is measured in:

Resolution & Error

Shows the structural limits specific to interaction:

This tells you where market/strategy conclusions can fail even with perfect statistics.


What the Instrument Does

Procedure

Shows the procedural preconditions for interaction evidence:

You learn how much interaction evidence is conditional on institutional procedure and how much “missing behavior” can be procedural absence, not strategic absence.

Detection

Shows what counts as an interaction event:

This tells you what the system treats as the atomic event of interaction.

Transduction

Shows how interaction becomes recordable:

You learn where interaction is compressed into codes (often losing context).

Structuring

Shows whether interaction is preserved as:

This determines what you can study: reciprocity, retaliation, learning, strategic delay, contagion, information advantage, enforcement asymmetry.

Registration

Shows the evidentiary durability of interaction:

This tells you how auditable the interaction record is, and how vulnerable it is to revision or loss.


How the Instrument Is Built

Phenomenon Interface

Shows where interaction touches the system:

You learn whether interaction is mediated by market microstructure or platform governance.

Transducer / Detector

Shows what actually “fires” the record:

This identifies the hard choke points where interaction becomes “official.”

Signal Processing

Shows the pre-analysis shaping:

This is where interaction gets standardized before interpretation—often where bias is introduced.

Readout / Output

Shows what the analyst truly gets:

This makes clear: most interaction evidence is event infrastructure output, not raw behavior.

Calibration Reference

Shows what anchors meaning:

This tells you what “the numbers mean” is fundamentally rule-dependent.

Limits & Error Structure

Shows which distortions are intrinsic:

This tells you what can’t be solved by clever inference because the limitation is architectural.


SAT – Evidence – Instruments – Interaction (Markets, Strategy & Mechanisms)

What Exists vs What Is RecordedWhat the Instrument Does (Irreducible Operations)How the Instrument Is Built
InstrumentDescriptionExamplesEntity TouchedProperty MeasuredObservable DetectedState Variable InstantiatedUnits OutputResolution & ErrorProcedureDetectionTransductionStructuringRegistrationPhenomenon InterfaceTransducer / DetectorSignal ProcessingReadout / OutputCalibration ReferenceLimits & Error Structure
Payment settlement recording systemRecords monetary amounts disbursed to each participating agent following an interaction.Wages paid after trade; auction paymentsInteracting agents (payer/payee)Monetary settlement outcomeAmount disbursed to each agentSettlement amount per agentCurrency unitsSettlement timing; roundingExecute settlement → record disbursementsEvent recognition on settlement postingRule-based conversion of settlement eventsRelational (agent × amount)Append-only settlement ledgerSettlement processPayment processor / clearing systemValidation; reconciliationSettlement recordSettlement rules; currency standardDelays; reversals; netting errors
Allocation / delivery recording systemRecords quantities of physical goods allocated or delivered to each agent as an outcome of interaction.Items delivered to buyersInteracting agents (supplier/receiver)Physical allocation outcomeQuantity of goods deliveredDelivered quantity per agentQuantity unitsPartial delivery; damageDeliver goods → confirm receipt → recordEvent recognition on delivery confirmationPhysical-to-symbolic conversion of deliveryRelational (agent × quantity)Append-only delivery logDelivery eventScanner / confirmation systemDe-duplication; validationDelivery recordDelivery protocol definitionsLost items; misdelivery
Loss settlement recording systemRecords negative payoff amounts realized by agents due to interaction outcomes.Trading loss; forfeited depositInteracting agentsNegative payoff realizationLoss amount applied to agentLoss value per agentCurrency unitsAttribution; timingCompute loss → apply settlement → recordEvent recognition on loss postingRule-based conversion of loss eventScalar (per agent/event)Append-only loss ledgerSettlement adjustment processAccounting systemClassification; reconciliationLoss recordLoss definition rulesOffsetting gains; disputes
Gain settlement recording systemRecords positive payoff amounts realized by agents from interaction outcomes.Profit credited; bonus earnedInteracting agentsPositive payoff realizationGain amount credited to agentGain value per agentCurrency unitsAttribution; timingCompute gain → credit account → recordEvent recognition on credit postingRule-based conversion of gain eventScalar (per agent/event)Append-only gain ledgerSettlement adjustment processAccounting systemClassification; reconciliationGain recordGain definition rulesReversals; clawbacks
Revenue recording systemRecords gross inflows earned by agents from transactions before costs.Seller revenue from salesSelling agentGross transaction inflowsRevenue amount per transactionGross revenue valueCurrency unitsReturns; discountsRecord transaction price × quantity → logEvent recognition on transactionRule-based conversion of sale eventScalar (per transaction)Append-only revenue logTransaction executionPOS / transaction systemValidation; aggregationRevenue recordPricing and quantity definitionsReturns; mispricing
Cost transaction recording systemRecords costs incurred by agents as part of executing interaction outcomes.Transaction fees; input costsInteracting agentsCosts incurred from interactionCost amount per agent/eventCost valueCurrency unitsAttribution; timing; bundlingRecord cost event → capture amount → logEvent recognition on cost postingRule-based conversion of cost eventScalar (per agent/event)Append-only cost ledgerTransaction executionAccounting/billing systemClassification; reconciliationCost recordCost definition rulesHidden costs; delayed charges
Net payoff recording systemRecords net outcomes combining recorded revenues and costs for each agent.Net profit after feesInteracting agentsNet interaction outcomeNet payoff per agentNet payoff valueCurrency unitsNetting errors; timingCombine recorded revenues and costs → compute net → logContinuous-state detection of net valueRule-based aggregation of componentsScalar (per agent/period)Append-only net ledgerSettlement recordsAccounting systemReconciliation; validationNet payoff recordNetting rulesMissing components; reversals
Reward disbursement systemRecords rewards allocated to agents according to mechanism rules.Tournament prizes; incentives paidInteracting agentsMechanism-based rewardsReward amount allocatedReward value per agentCurrency or quantity unitsRule interpretation; timingApply mechanism rules → disburse rewards → recordEvent recognition on disbursementRule-based conversion of allocationRelational (agent × reward)Append-only reward ledgerMechanism outcomePayment/clearing systemValidation; reconciliationReward recordMechanism rulesClawbacks; disputes
Penalty enforcement logging systemRecords penalties charged or imposed on agents due to rule violations or outcomes.Fines; late feesInteracting agentsPenalties imposedPenalty charge eventPenalty value/indicatorCurrency units / event IDEnforcement discretion; delaysDetect violation → impose penalty → recordEvent recognition on penalty postingSymbolic conversion of enforcement actionCategorical / scalarAppend-only penalty logEnforcement processRule engine / billing systemValidation; timestampingPenalty recordPenalty rulesSelective enforcement
Outcome allocation registryRecords the distribution of payoffs (monetary or goods) across all agents participating in the interaction.Allocation vector in matching or auctionInteracting agents (all participants)Distribution of outcomesAllocation across agentsAllocation vectorCurrency/quantity unitsPartial reporting; synchronizationAggregate outcomes → assign to agents → recordEvent recognition on allocation finalizationRule-based conversion of allocationRelational (agent × outcome)Append-only allocation registryAllocation finalization eventSettlement/clearing systemConsistency checksAllocation recordAllocation rulesMissing agents; late adjustments
Settlement ledger systemRecords the final amounts settled for each agent after all transfers, adjustments, and clearings.End-of-day clearing balancesInteracting agentsFinal settled positionsEnd-of-day settled balances per agentSettled balance per agentCurrency unitsNetting/rounding; posting delaysFinalize clearing → post settlements → recordEvent recognition on settlement closeRule-based conversion of clearing resultsRelational (agent × balance)Append-only settlement ledgerClearing/settlement closeClearing systemReconciliation; validationSettlement balances recordClearing rules; currency standardLate adjustments; reversals
Supply quantity recording systemRecords the quantity an agent supplies to the interaction mechanism.Units offered to marketSupplying agentSupplied quantityQuantity offered to mechanismSupply quantityQuantity unitsPartial fills; measurement noiseSubmit supply → record quantityEvent recognition on submissionSymbolic conversion of submissionScalar (per submission/period)Append-only supply logSupply submission interfaceInput mechanismValidation; normalizationSupply recordUnit definitionsWithdrawals; revisions
Demand quantity recording systemRecords the quantity an agent requests or attempts to acquire.Units requested at a given priceDemanding agentRequested quantityQuantity requested at priceDemand quantityQuantity unitsPartial fulfillment; timingSubmit demand → record quantityEvent recognition on submissionSymbolic conversion of submissionScalar (per submission/period)Append-only demand logDemand submission interfaceInput mechanismValidation; normalizationDemand recordUnit definitionsOrder cancellations
Bid submission recording systemRecords numeric bid values submitted by agents.Auction bid entriesBidding agentBid valuationNumeric bid submittedBid amountCurrency unitsStrategic shading; entry errorsEnter bid → record valueContinuous-state detection of numeric entrySymbolic conversion of numeric inputScalar (per bid)Append-only bid logAuction interfaceNumeric input mechanismRange checks; formattingBid recordAuction rules; currency standardMis-entry; late bids
Ask posting recording systemRecords numeric ask prices posted by agents.Seller ask listingsSelling agentAsk priceNumeric ask postedAsk price valueCurrency unitsTick size; revisionsPost ask → record valueContinuous-state detection of numeric entrySymbolic conversion of numeric inputScalar (per ask)Append-only ask logMarket listing interfaceNumeric input mechanismValidation; formattingAsk recordTick rules; currency standardPrice revisions; stale listings
Production output recording systemRecords quantities produced by agents under the interaction’s technological or contractual rules.Units produced per periodProducing agentOutput quantityQuantity produced per periodOutput quantity time seriesQuantity unitsPeriod boundary ambiguity; scrap handlingRecord production events → aggregate by period → logEvent recognition on completionSymbolic conversion of measured outputSequential (time-ordered)Append-only production logProduction activityCounters / sensors / reportsAggregation; normalizationProduction quantity recordOutput unit definitionsMiscounts; rework
Output delivery recording systemRecords quantities of output delivered or accepted by the mechanism.Units delivered to buyersProducing & receiving agentsDelivered outputQuantity delivered/acceptedDelivered quantity per agentQuantity unitsPartial delivery; acceptance lagConfirm delivery/acceptance → recordEvent recognition on confirmationPhysical-to-symbolic conversionRelational (agent × quantity)Append-only delivery logDelivery/acceptance eventScanner / confirmation systemDe-duplication; validationDelivery recordDelivery protocolLoss/damage; misdelivery
Effort time recording systemRecords time spent by agents performing effortful actions.Hours worked in a taskIndividual agentEffort durationTime spent performing effortEffort time valueTime unitsRecall error; multitasking overlapTrack effort intervals → sum → logContinuous-state detection of durationTemporal conversion of timestampsSequential (time-ordered)Append-only effort logEffort activityTime-tracking tool/sensorAggregation; normalizationEffort time recordTime standardUnobserved effort; delays
Capacity usage recording systemRecords the fraction or amount of available capacity actually used by an agent.Machine usage vs maximum capacityAgent with capacityCapacity utilizationUsed capacity vs availableUtilization amount/fractionQuantity or fractionBaseline capacity changesMeasure usage → compare to capacity → recordContinuous-state detection of usageRule-based conversion to utilizationScalar or sequentialAppend-only utilization logCapacity-constrained processMeters / countersNormalization; validationUtilization recordCapacity specificationTemporary derates; spikes
Advertising expenditure recording systemRecords monetary amounts spent by an agent on advertising activities within the interaction environment.Ad platform spend; campaign budget usageAdvertising agentAdvertising spendMonetary spend per campaign/periodAd spend valueCurrency unitsAttribution; timingRecord ad charges → aggregate → logEvent recognition on charge postingRule-based conversion of billing eventsScalar (time-stamped)Append-only spend ledgerAd platform billingBilling systemReconciliation; validationSpend recordBilling rules; currency standardCredits; delayed charges
Search activity logging systemRecords the extent of search activity undertaken by the agent, such as number or duration of searches.Pages viewed; queries issuedIndividual agentSearch effort intensityCount or duration of search actionsSearch activity measureCounts / time unitsPage caching; session boundariesLog search actions → aggregate by window → recordEvent recognition on search actionSymbolic conversion of logged actionSequential / scalarAppend-only search logSearch interfaceEvent loggerSessionization; aggregationSearch activity recordDefinition of search actionUnlogged searches; idle time
Action event logging systemRecords the count of actions taken by the agent within a defined time window.Number of bids submitted per hourIndividual agentAction frequencyNumber of actions in time windowAction count per windowCountsWindow choice; missed eventsLog actions → aggregate by window → recordEvent recognition on actionSymbolic conversion of action eventSequential / scalarAppend-only action logAction executionEvent loggerDeduplication; aggregationAction count recordAction definition rulesLogging gaps; batching
Order submission recording systemRecords the quantity associated with each order placed by an agent.Units per purchase orderOrdering agentOrder quantityQuantity specified in orderOrder quantity valueQuantity unitsPartial orders; revisionsSubmit order → record quantityEvent recognition on submissionSymbolic conversion of order dataScalar (per order)Append-only order logOrder submission interfaceInput mechanismValidation; normalizationOrder recordUnit definitionsCancellations; amendments
Time-stamped action rate recorderRecords actions with timestamps, allowing calculation of actions per unit time.Trades per minuteIndividual agentAction rate over timeTimestamped action eventsAction rate time seriesCounts per time unitClock sync; burstinessTimestamp actions → compute rates → recordEvent recognition on actionTemporal conversion of timestampsSequential (time-ordered)Append-only rate logAction eventsClock / event loggerRate calculationAction rate recordTime standardClock drift; sparse data
Transaction price recording systemRecords prices actually paid in completed transactions.Purchase price per unitTransacting agentsRealized transaction pricePrice paid per completed transactionTransaction price valueCurrency unitsDiscounts; bundled pricingComplete transaction → record priceEvent recognition on completionRule-based conversion of transaction dataScalar (per transaction)Append-only price logTransaction executionPOS / settlement systemValidation; normalizationTransaction price recordPricing rules; currency standardHidden fees; returns
Payroll disbursement systemRecords wage payments made to agents as part of interaction outcomes.Hourly wage paymentsIndividual agent (employee)Wage compensationWage payment amount per pay periodWage payment valueCurrency unitsPosting delays; overtime attributionProcess payroll → disburse wages → record paymentEvent recognition on payment postingRule-based conversion of payroll eventScalar (per period)Append-only payroll ledgerPayroll execution eventPayroll systemValidation; period assignmentWage payment recordPay-rate definitions; currency standardAdjustments; retroactive corrections
Fee assessment recording systemRecords fees imposed on agents by the interaction mechanism.Platform transaction feesIndividual agentFees imposedFee charge amountFee outflow valueCurrency unitsBundled fees; timingAssess fee → post charge → recordEvent recognition on fee postingRule-based conversion of fee eventScalar (per event)Append-only fee ledgerFee assessment eventBilling systemClassification; reconciliationFee recordFee schedule definitionsHidden fees; delayed charges
Transfer disbursement recording systemRecords outgoing transfers made by an agent to other agents or institutions.Subsidy paid; reimbursementIndividual agentOutgoing transfersTransfer amount disbursedTransfer outflow valueCurrency unitsReversals; timingInitiate transfer → record disbursementEvent recognition on disbursementRule-based conversion of transfer eventScalar (time-stamped)Append-only transfer-out logTransfer execution eventPayment systemValidation; timestampingTransfer disbursement recordTransfer rules; currency standardCancellations; clawbacks
Transfer receipt recording systemRecords incoming transfers received by an agent from others or institutions.Grant received; benefit paymentIndividual agentIncoming transfersTransfer amount receivedTransfer inflow valueCurrency unitsDelayed posting; misclassificationReceive transfer → record receiptEvent recognition on receiptRule-based conversion of receipt eventScalar (time-stamped)Append-only transfer-in logTransfer receipt eventPayment processorValidation; timestampingTransfer receipt recordProgram/payment rulesMissed receipts; reversals
Penalty payment recording systemRecords monetary penalties paid by agents due to rule violations or enforcement actions.Regulatory fine; late-payment penaltyIndividual agentPenalties paidPenalty payment amountPenalty outflow valueCurrency unitsDisputes; timingImpose penalty → receive payment → recordEvent recognition on paymentRule-based conversion of penalty eventScalar (per event)Append-only penalty ledgerEnforcement/payment eventBilling/enforcement systemValidation; reconciliationPenalty payment recordPenalty rule definitionsPartial payments; waivers
Subsidy disbursement recording systemRecords monetary subsidies or support payments received by agents.Production subsidy; housing subsidyIndividual agentSubsidy receivedSubsidy payment amountSubsidy inflow valueCurrency unitsEligibility changes; posting delaysDisburse subsidy → record receiptEvent recognition on disbursementRule-based conversion of payment eventScalar (time-stamped)Append-only subsidy ledgerSubsidy payment eventPayment processorValidation; timestampingSubsidy recordSubsidy program rulesDelayed payments; clawbacks
Royalty payment recording systemRecords payments made based on usage, licensing, or revenue-sharing agreements.Music streaming royalties; patent license feesIndividual agentRoyalty incomeRoyalty payment amountRoyalty inflow valueCurrency unitsUsage attribution; timingCalculate royalty → disburse → recordEvent recognition on paymentRule-based conversion of royalty eventScalar (per period)Append-only royalty ledgerUsage/licensing settlementRoyalty accounting systemReconciliation; validationRoyalty recordRoyalty contract termsReporting lag; disputes
Commission payout recording systemRecords commission payments made to intermediaries or agents.Sales commission; brokerage feeIndividual agentCommission earnedCommission payment amountCommission valueCurrency unitsCommission rate changesCalculate commission → pay → recordEvent recognition on payoutRule-based conversion of commission eventScalar (per event)Append-only commission ledgerCommission settlement eventAccounting systemValidation; reconciliationCommission recordCommission agreementRetroactive adjustments
Side payment recording systemRecords transfers made outside the primary transaction as part of an interaction.Facilitation payment; compensating transferIndividual agentAncillary transferSide payment amountSide payment valueCurrency unitsInformality; misclassificationExecute side transfer → recordEvent recognition on transferRule-based conversion of transfer eventScalar (time-stamped)Append-only side-payment logTransfer execution eventPayment systemValidation; timestampingSide payment recordSide payment definitionsUnrecorded transfers
Contract payment execution systemRecords payments made according to contractual terms between agents.Milestone payment; service contract feeIndividual agentContractual paymentPayment amount per contract termContract payment valueCurrency unitsMilestone interpretationExecute contract payment → recordEvent recognition on paymentRule-based conversion of contract eventScalar (per milestone)Append-only contract ledgerContract execution eventContract management systemValidation; reconciliationContract payment recordContract termsDisputes; delayed milestones
Settlement transfer recording systemRecords transfers executed to settle disputes, balances, or obligations.Legal settlement payment; post-dispute transferInteracting agentsDispute/obligation settlementTransfer amount executed for settlementSettlement transfer valueCurrency unitsTiming; reversals; partial settlementsExecute settlement transfer → record amount/dateEvent recognition on transfer postingRule-based conversion of settlement eventScalar (time-stamped)Append-only settlement transfer logSettlement execution eventPayment/clearing systemValidation; reconciliationSettlement transfer recordSettlement agreement terms; currency standardDelayed posting; clawbacks
Menu / feasibility update recording systemRecords changes in available options following another agent’s action.Option disappears after rival entryInteracting agentsOption availability changesUpdated menu/feasible options after agent actionMenu update eventOption identifiersRollout lag; partial visibilityDetect triggering action → update menu → record changesEvent recognition on menu updateSymbolic conversion of menu diffRelational (option deltas)Append-only update logChoice/menu system stateUI/menu rendererDiffing; validationMenu update recordMenu definition rulesCaching; hidden constraints
Action–response event logging systemRecords responses (actions, offers, withdrawals) following identified agents’ actions.Counteroffer after Agent B’s bidInteracting agentsReactive behaviorResponse action following identified agent actionAction–response pairAction identifiersAttribution ambiguity; timingDetect initiating action → log subsequent responseEvent recognition on responseSymbolic conversion of response actionSequential (action → response)Append-only interaction logInteraction eventsEvent loggerCorrelation; timestampingAction–response recordInteraction protocol definitionsConcurrent responses; missed links
Announcement logging systemRecords information releases made publicly to all agents at a given time.Policy announcement; price announcementAll participating agentsPublic information releaseAnnouncement event and contentAnnouncement recordEvent ID / content metadataInformal releases; partial reachIssue announcement → log content/timeEvent recognition on announcementSymbolic conversion of messageSequential (time-stamped)Append-only announcement logPublic communication channelMessaging/logging systemValidation; timestampingAnnouncement recordAnnouncement definitionsLeakage; delayed dissemination
Private messaging logging systemRecords messages sent privately between specific agents.Direct offer message; private negotiationSpecific interacting agentsPrivate communicationMessage sent between agentsMessage recordMessage IDs / content metadataMissing content; encryptionSend private message → log metadata/contentEvent recognition on sendSymbolic conversion of messageRelational (sender × receiver)Append-only message logPrivate communication channelMessaging systemDe-duplication; timestampingPrivate message recordMessaging protocolUnlogged channels; content loss
Selective signal delivery logging systemRecords which agents receive which signals.Information shown only to subset of participantsInteracting agents (sender/receivers)Information exposure by agentWhich agents received which signalsAgent–signal receipt mappingAgent IDs; signal IDsPartial delivery; logging gapsDeliver signal → log recipientsEvent recognition on deliverySymbolic conversion of delivery eventRelational (agent × signal)Append-only delivery logInformation delivery channelMessaging/notification systemDe-duplication; validationSignal delivery recordSignal identity definitionsMissed deliveries; spillovers
Information disclosure timestamping systemRecords the exact time at which information is disclosed to agents.Disclosure before vs after biddingInteracting agentsTiming of information disclosureDisclosure time relative to eventsDisclosure timestampTime unitsClock sync; reference ambiguityTimestamp disclosure → recordEvent recognition on disclosureTemporal conversion of event to timestampSequential (time-stamped)Append-only disclosure logInformation release channelClock/timestamp serviceValidation; orderingDisclosure timing recordTime standard and synchronizationClock drift; delayed propagation
Information visibility configuration systemRecords whether information is configured as visible to all agents or restricted.Public order book vs hidden ordersInteracting agentsVisibility scope of informationPublic vs restricted visibility settingVisibility configuration stateVisibility flagsMisconfiguration; rollout lagConfigure visibility → record stateEvent recognition on config changeSymbolic conversion of config stateCategoricalAppend-only visibility logMarket/information systemConfiguration managerValidation; taggingVisibility configuration recordVisibility rulesLeakage; inconsistent enforcement
Delayed reporting / reveal logging systemRecords actions or outcomes that are revealed after a delay rather than immediately.Trades disclosed after clearing delayInteracting agentsReporting delayAction/outcome revealed after delayReveal delay durationTime unitsDelay variance; batchingRecord event → reveal later → log delayEvent recognition on revealTemporal conversion of timestampsSequential (event → reveal)Append-only reveal logReporting/clearing systemClock/timestamp serviceTime-difference computationDelayed reveal recordReporting delay rulesOut-of-order reveals
Signaling action logging systemRecords actions taken by agents that are publicly observable and intended to convey information, including their associated costs.Costly advertisement; public commitment actionInteracting agentsPublic signaling behaviorPublicly observable signaling action and costSignal action recordAction IDs; cost unitsAttribution; cost valuationPerform signaling action → log action and costEvent recognition on actionSymbolic conversion of action/costRelational (agent × action × cost)Append-only signaling logPublic action channelEvent logger/accounting systemValidation; reconciliationSignaling action recordSignaling definitions and cost rulesHidden actions; mispriced costs
Information withholding configuration logRecords instances where information is deliberately not disclosed according to system settings or rules.Hidden attributes; sealed bidsInteracting agentsDisclosure restriction statusWithholding event/config stateWithholding configurationFlags / config IDsMisconfiguration; rollout lagApply withholding rule → record stateEvent recognition on config applySymbolic conversion of config stateCategoricalAppend-only config logInformation configuration contextConfig managerValidation; taggingWithholding recordDisclosure policy definitionsLeakage; inconsistent enforcement
Leak event logging systemRecords instances where information becomes visible outside intended disclosure channels.Premature disclosure of bidInteracting agentsUnauthorized information exposureLeak event occurrenceLeak event indicatorEvent ID / booleanDetection lag; attributionDetect leak → log eventEvent recognition on exposureSymbolic conversion of exposure signalSequential (time-stamped)Append-only leak logInformation channelsMonitoring/IDSCorrelation; validationLeak recordLeak detection criteriaFalse positives; missed leaks
Rule configuration registryRecords the active market rules governing interaction at a given time.Trading hours; tick size rulesInteracting agentsActive market rulesRule set in forceRule configuration stateRule IDs/metadataVersioning errors; overlapActivate rules → record configEvent recognition on activationSymbolic conversion of rulesRelational (rule set)Append-only rule registryMarket rule contextConfig registryConsistency checksRule config recordRule definitions/versioningShadow rules; drift
Mechanism specification registryRecords the auction format applied to the interaction.First-price vs second-price auctionInteracting agentsAuction/mechanism formatApplied mechanism typeMechanism specificationMechanism IDsMisapplication; transitionsSet mechanism → record specEvent recognition on spec setSymbolic conversion of specCategoricalAppend-only mechanism logMechanism selection contextRegistry/serviceValidation; taggingMechanism recordMechanism definitionsMixed mechanisms; rollout lag
Contract rule enforcement systemRecords the contractual terms and rules applied to agent interactions.Penalty clauses; delivery termsInteracting agentsContractual rule applicationEnforcement action/terms appliedContract rule stateRule IDs; event IDsDiscretion; timingEnforce contract terms → log actionEvent recognition on enforcementSymbolic conversion of enforcementRelational (agent × rule)Append-only enforcement logContract execution contextRule engineValidation; reconciliationEnforcement recordContract terms definitionsPartial enforcement; disputes
Legal enforcement logging systemRecords enforcement of legal or regulatory constraints affecting interaction.Compliance checks; regulatory blocksInteracting agentsLegal/regulatory complianceEnforcement action or block eventLegal enforcement eventEvent ID / booleanJurisdiction mismatch; timingApply compliance check → record enforcementEvent recognition on enforcementSymbolic conversion of enforcement actionCategorical / sequentialAppend-only enforcement logLegal/regulatory control pointCompliance systemValidation; timestampingLegal enforcement recordApplicable laws/regulationsDiscretion; delayed enforcement
Pricing mechanism specification systemRecords the pricing rule or mechanism used to determine transaction prices.Fixed price menu; bilateral bargainingInteracting agentsPricing rule in forceApplied pricing mechanismPricing mechanism stateMechanism identifiersMid-stream changes; ambiguitySet pricing rule → record specEvent recognition on spec setSymbolic conversion of rule to stateCategoricalAppend-only pricing logPricing configuration contextRegistry/config serviceValidation; taggingPricing mechanism recordMechanism definitionsMixed rules; rollout lag
Turn-order specification systemRecords the rules that determine which agent may act at each step of the interaction.Alternating turns; seller moves firstInteracting agentsAction sequencing rulesTurn-order ruleTurn-order stateRule identifiersTie-breaking ambiguityDefine turn order → record ruleEvent recognition on rule definitionSymbolic conversion of ruleCategorical / sequentialAppend-only turn-order logInteraction control contextScheduler/arbiterValidation; orderingTurn-order recordTurn-order definitionsConcurrent actions; overrides
Participation eligibility registryRecords the conditions under which agents may enter or exit the interaction.Registration required; exit penaltiesInteracting agentsEligibility to participateEntry/exit eligibility stateEligibility statusStatus flagsRule interpretation; updatesCheck/apply eligibility → record stateEvent recognition on eligibility changeSymbolic conversion of statusCategoricalAppend-only eligibility logParticipation controlRegistry/access-control systemValidation; reconciliationEligibility recordEligibility rulesInformal access; appeals
Enforcement event logging systemRecords actions taken by the mechanism or authority to enforce rules.Blocking an action; issuing a warningInteracting agentsRule enforcement actionsEnforcement event (block/warning)Enforcement action recordEvent ID / typeSilent enforcement; logging gapsDetect violation → enforce → record actionEvent recognition on enforcementSymbolic conversion of enforcementCategorical / sequentialAppend-only enforcement logEnforcement mechanismRule engine / monitorValidation; timestampingEnforcement recordEnforcement policy definitionsSelective enforcement; delays
Penalty assessment recording systemRecords penalties imposed on agents for violating institutional or market rules.Fines; suspensionInteracting agentsPenalties imposedPenalty event and amount/typePenalty assessment recordCurrency units / event typeDiscretion; timing; appealsDetect violation → assess penalty → recordEvent recognition on assessmentSymbolic conversion of assessmentCategorical / scalarAppend-only penalty ledgerEnforcement processRule engine / billing systemValidation; timestampingPenalty recordPenalty schedule definitionsPartial enforcement; reversals
Eligibility rule registryRecords criteria that determine which agents or actions are permitted.Accreditation requirementInteracting agentsEligibility criteriaActive eligibility rulesEligibility rule stateRule IDs / flagsVersion overlap; interpretationDefine/update criteria → recordEvent recognition on rule setSymbolic conversion of rule textRelational (criteria set)Append-only rule registryParticipation control contextRegistry serviceConsistency checksEligibility rules recordRule definitions/versioningShadow criteria; drift
Action permission specification systemRecords which actions are permitted or forbidden under current rules.Allowed bids; prohibited tradesInteracting agentsAction permissionsPermitted/forbidden action setPermission stateAction IDs / flagsMid-session changesConfigure permissions → recordEvent recognition on config changeSymbolic conversion of permission stateRelational (action × permission)Append-only permission logAction control contextAccess-control systemValidation; taggingPermission recordPermission rulesInconsistent enforcement
Rule versioning and change logRecords modifications to institutional or market rules with timestamps.New bidding rule introducedInteracting agentsRule modificationsRule change event with timestampRule version stateVersion IDs / timeOut-of-order updatesModify rule → log changeEvent recognition on changeSymbolic conversion of diffSequential (time-stamped)Append-only change logRule management contextVersion control systemDiffing; validationRule change recordVersioning policyRollback gaps; propagation lag
Action–response timestamping systemRecords timestamps of actions and subsequent responses by other agents, allowing direct measurement of response intervals.Seconds between bid and counter-bidInteracting agentsResponse timingTimestamps of action and responseResponse interval valueTime unitsClock sync; concurrencyTimestamp action → timestamp response → compute interval → recordEvent recognition on eventsTemporal conversion of timestampsSequential (action → response)Append-only interaction timing logInteraction eventsClock/timestamp serviceTime-difference computationResponse interval recordTime standard/sync rulesClock drift; overlapping responses
Period-indexed response recorderRecords the period in which a response occurs relative to an initiating action.Response in period t+2Interacting agentsResponse timing by periodPeriod index of response relative to initiating actionResponse period offsetPeriod indices (t, t+1, t+2)Period boundary ambiguityRecord initiating action → record response → assign period index → logEvent recognition on responseSymbolic conversion of timestamps to period indexSequential (period-ordered)Append-only response logInteraction eventsClock/period schedulerPeriod assignmentPeriod-index recordPeriod definition rulesMisaligned clocks; boundary cases
Response timing classification systemRecords whether responses occur within a defined immediacy window or after delay.Same-round vs next-round responseInteracting agentsResponse immediacyImmediate vs delayed response classificationTiming class indicator{Immediate, Delayed}Threshold choice; window misfitDefine window → detect response → classify → recordEvent recognition on responseRule-based conversion to classCategoricalAppend-only timing-class logInteraction eventsEvent loggerWindowing; validationTiming class recordImmediacy window definitionEdge cases; late arrivals
Lag detection over action logsRecords delayed responses by matching action timestamps across agents.Counteroffer after several roundsInteracting agentsResponse lag across agentsMatched action–response with delayResponse lag valueTime units / roundsMatching ambiguity; concurrencyMatch actions across logs → compute lag → recordEvent recognition on matched pairTemporal conversion of timestampsRelational (action × response)Append-only lag logAction logsLog correlatorDe-duplication; alignmentLag recordMatching rulesMissed matches; overlaps
Action–information timestamping systemRecords timestamps of information disclosures and subsequent actions, enabling direct measurement of response timing.Seconds/minutes between announcement and bidInteracting agentsTiming from info to actionTime between disclosure and actionInfo–action intervalTime unitsClock sync; disclosure ambiguityTimestamp disclosure → timestamp action → compute interval → logEvent recognition on eventsTemporal conversion of timestampsSequential (disclosure → action)Append-only info–action logDisclosure and action eventsClock/timestamp serviceTime-difference computationInterval recordTime standard/sync rulesClock drift; out-of-order events
Enforcement event logging systemRecords punitive actions taken in response to recorded rule violations.Fine imposed after violationInteracting agentsPunitive enforcement actionsEnforcement action following violationEnforcement event recordEvent ID / typeSilent enforcement; delaysDetect violation → enforce → record actionEvent recognition on enforcementSymbolic conversion of enforcementCategorical / sequentialAppend-only enforcement logEnforcement mechanismRule engine / monitorValidation; timestampingEnforcement recordEnforcement policy definitionsSelective enforcement; logging gaps
History-conditioned offer recording systemRecords offers explicitly conditioned on recorded past actions or outcomes.“Because you defected last round, price increases”Interacting agentsOffer dependence on historyOffer issued conditional on past action/outcomeHistory–offer mappingOffer identifiers / price unitsHistory window ambiguity; attributionDetect qualifying past event → issue offer → record linkageEvent recognition on offer issuanceSymbolic conversion of offer contentRelational (past event × offer)Append-only offer logOffer issuance contextOffer management systemHistory tagging; validationHistory-conditioned offer recordDefinition of conditioning rulesMisattributed history; partial observability
Access control / exclusion logging systemRecords denial of participation or access following recorded past behavior.Seller barred after repeated violationsInteracting agentsParticipation denialAccess denial event following past behaviorExclusion status/eventEvent ID / booleanDiscretion; appeal lagDetect violation history → deny access → recordEvent recognition on denialSymbolic conversion of denial actionCategorical / sequentialAppend-only access logAccess control contextAccess-control systemValidation; timestampingExclusion recordExclusion policy definitionsInformal bans; delayed enforcement
Payoff settlement recording systemRecords realized gains for Agent B, time-stamped relative to Agent A’s actions.B receives higher payment after A’s moveInteracting agents (Agent B)Realized gain conditional on other agent’s actionGain credited to agent with reference to triggering actionTime-linked gain valueCurrency unitsAttribution; timingDetect settlement → credit gain → record linkageEvent recognition on creditRule-based conversion of settlement eventRelational (agent × triggering action)Append-only settlement logSettlement/clearing processAccounting systemReconciliation; validationGain settlement recordSettlement rulesMislinked actions; reversals
Payoff settlement recording systemRecords realized losses for Agent B, time-stamped relative to Agent A’s actions.B incurs penalty after A’s actionInteracting agents (Agent B)Realized loss conditional on other agent’s actionLoss applied to agent with reference to triggering actionTime-linked loss valueCurrency unitsAttribution; timingDetect settlement → apply loss → record linkageEvent recognition on debitRule-based conversion of settlement eventRelational (agent × triggering action)Append-only settlement logSettlement/clearing processAccounting systemReconciliation; validationLoss settlement recordSettlement rulesOffsetting adjustments; disputes
Message transmission logging systemRecords the sending of a message by an agent through a communication channel.Chat message sent; offer message issuedInteracting agentsCommunication activityMessage sent eventMessage transmission recordMessage IDs / metadataMissing content; delivery failureSend message → log transmissionEvent recognition on sendSymbolic conversion of message eventRelational (sender × receiver)Append-only message logCommunication channelMessaging systemDe-duplication; timestampingMessage recordMessaging protocol definitionsUnlogged channels; encryption loss
Message receipt logging systemRecords the receipt of a message by an agent, including sender and timestamp.Inbox message receivedInteracting agents (receiver)Message receptionReceipt of message with sender and timeMessage receipt recordMessage IDs / timestampsDelivery delays; duplicate receiptsDeliver message → log receiptEvent recognition on receiptSymbolic conversion of receipt eventRelational (sender × receiver × time)Append-only receipt logMessaging channelMessaging systemDe-duplication; timestampingMessage receipt recordMessaging protocol definitionsMissed or delayed delivery
Public announcement logging systemRecords announcements broadcast to all agents in the interaction.Price announcement; rule updateAll interacting agentsPublic information broadcastAnnouncement event and contentAnnouncement recordEvent ID / content metadataPartial reach; informal leaksBroadcast announcement → log eventEvent recognition on broadcastSymbolic conversion of messageSequential (time-stamped)Append-only announcement logPublic communication channelBroadcast systemValidation; timestampingAnnouncement recordAnnouncement definitionsDelayed dissemination; leakage
Private message delivery systemRecords delivery of messages sent privately to specific agents.Direct negotiation messageSpecific interacting agentsPrivate communication deliveryDelivery of private messageMessage delivery recordMessage IDs / metadataDelivery failure; encryption lossDeliver private message → log deliveryEvent recognition on deliverySymbolic conversion of delivery eventRelational (sender × receiver)Append-only delivery logPrivate communication channelMessaging systemValidation; timestampingMessage delivery recordMessaging protocol definitionsUnlogged channels; partial delivery
Signal emission logging systemRecords emission of a signal intended to convey information to others.Public signal releaseInteracting agents (sender)Signal issuanceSignal emitted eventSignal emission recordSignal IDsTiming ambiguity; format lossEmit signal → log emissionEvent recognition on emissionSymbolic conversion of emission eventSequential (time-stamped)Append-only emission logSignaling channelEvent loggerValidation; timestampingSignal emission recordSignal definition rulesInformal signals; missed logging
Signal observation logging systemRecords which agents observe or receive a signal.Signal delivered to subset of agentsInteracting agents (receivers)Signal exposureObservation/receipt of signal by agentsAgent–signal observation mappingAgent IDs; signal IDsPartial observation; attributionDeliver/observe signal → log observersEvent recognition on observationSymbolic conversion of observation eventRelational (agent × signal)Append-only observation logInformation delivery channelMessaging/notification systemDe-duplication; validationSignal observation recordSignal identity definitionsUnobserved exposure; spillovers
Communication timestamping systemRecords the timing of messages or signals relative to interaction events.Message before vs after bidInteracting agentsTiming of communicationsMessage/signal timestamp relative to interaction eventRelative communication timingTime unitsClock sync; reference ambiguityTimestamp message and reference event → compute ordering → recordEvent recognition on send/receiveTemporal conversion of timestampsSequential (event-ordered)Append-only communication logCommunication and interaction eventsClock/timestamp serviceTime-difference computationCommunication timing recordTime standard/sync rulesClock drift; ambiguous event pairing
Agent-specific action/menu specification systemRecords the set of actions presented as available to each agent at a particular time.Available bids shown to each traderIndividual interacting agentsAgent-specific action availabilitySet of actions shown to each agent at time tAgent–action availability setAction identifiersPartial visibility; rollout lagRender agent-specific menu → record availabilityEvent recognition on menu renderSymbolic conversion of UI stateRelational (agent × action set)Append-only availability logAgent interface stateUI/menu rendererDeduplication; ordering captureAgent-specific menu recordMenu/action definitionsHidden options; UI inconsistency
Joint-action permission registryRecords which combinations of actions across agents are allowed under current rules.Simultaneous bids allowedInteracting agentsAllowed joint actionsPermitted combinations of actions across agentsJoint-action permission stateAction-combination identifiersRule complexity; updatesDefine/activate joint-action rules → recordEvent recognition on rule activationSymbolic conversion of rule stateRelational (agent × agent × action)Append-only permission registryRule configuration contextRule engine/registryConsistency checksJoint-action permission recordRule definitionsOverlapping rules; drift
Joint-action prohibition registryRecords which combinations of actions across agents are explicitly disallowed.Two agents cannot choose same resourceInteracting agentsDisallowed joint actionsProhibited action combinationsJoint-action prohibition stateAction-combination identifiersIncomplete rule coverageDefine/activate prohibitions → recordEvent recognition on rule activationSymbolic conversion of rule stateRelational (agent × agent × action)Append-only prohibition registryRule configuration contextRule engine/registryConsistency checksJoint-action prohibition recordProhibition definitionsImplicit prohibitions; lag
Action rejection logging systemRecords attempts by agents that are blocked or rejected by the mechanism.Rejected bid; blocked operationInteracting agentsEnforcement of action constraintsBlocked or rejected action attemptRejection event indicatorEvent ID / booleanFalse blocks; silent failuresAttempt action → detect rejection → recordEvent recognition on rejectionSymbolic conversion of rejection signalCategorical / sequentialAppend-only rejection logMechanism enforcement pointRule engine / monitorError-code parsingAction rejection recordEnforcement policy definitionsUnlogged rejections; race conditions
Differential menu specification systemRecords differences in available action sets across agents at the same time.Buyer vs seller menu optionsInteracting agentsAgent-specific action availability differencesDifferences in action sets across agents at the same timeAgent–menu differentialAction identifiersPartial visibility; rollout lagRender menus per agent → compare → record differencesEvent recognition on menu renderSymbolic conversion of UI stateRelational (agent × action set)Append-only differential logAgent interfacesUI/menu rendererDeduplication; ordering captureDifferential menu recordMenu/action definitionsHidden options; UI inconsistency
Action-set update logging systemRecords updates to an agent’s available actions triggered by other agents’ actions.Option removed after rival purchaseInteracting agentsDynamic action availabilityUpdate to available actions triggered by others’ actionsAction-set update eventAction identifiersEvent ordering ambiguityDetect triggering action → update menu → log changeEvent recognition on updateSymbolic conversion of menu diffRelational (action deltas)Append-only update logMechanism/menu stateRule engine / UI systemDiffing; validationAction-set update recordUpdate rulesCaching; delayed propagation
Mutual-exclusion enforcement logRecords enforcement events preventing simultaneous incompatible actions by multiple agents.Only one agent allowed to claim slotInteracting agentsEnforcement of exclusivityBlocked concurrent action due to mutual exclusionExclusion enforcement eventEvent ID / booleanRace conditions; contentionDetect simultaneous attempts → enforce exclusion → logEvent recognition on enforcementSymbolic conversion of enforcement actionCategorical / sequentialAppend-only exclusion logEnforcement pointRule engine / lock managerConflict detectionExclusion recordExclusivity rulesMissed conflicts; retries
Capacity / concurrency constraint recorderRecords limits on how many agents may perform an action simultaneously.Capacity of one; queue limitInteracting agentsConcurrency limitsNumber of agents allowed concurrentlyCapacity limit stateCount / capacity valueDynamic capacity changesDefine capacity → monitor usage → recordContinuous-state detection of capacity stateSymbolic conversion of capacity specScalar / relationalAppend-only capacity logCapacity-constrained resourceCapacity managerValidation; normalizationCapacity recordCapacity definitionsTemporary overrides; spikes
Rule state registryRecords the active institutional or mechanism rules at a given time.Current trading rulesInteracting agentsActive rule setRule state in force at time tRule configuration stateRule IDs / metadataVersion overlap; propagation lagActivate rules → record stateEvent recognition on activationSymbolic conversion of rule specRelational (rule set)Append-only rule registryRule management contextRegistry/serviceConsistency checksRule state recordRule definitions/versioningShadow rules; drift
Prohibition enforcement logging systemRecords enforcement events where attempted prohibited actions are blocked by institutional rules.Blocked trade; forbidden bid rejectedInteracting agentsEnforcement of prohibitionsBlocked prohibited action eventProhibition enforcement eventEvent ID / booleanSilent blocks; logging gapsAttempt prohibited action → block → recordEvent recognition on blockSymbolic conversion of enforcement signalCategorical / sequentialAppend-only enforcement logEnforcement control pointRule engine / access controlError-code parsingProhibition enforcement recordProhibition rule definitionsMissed blocks; delayed logging
Requirement enforcement logging systemRecords enforcement events where agents are compelled to take required actions.Mandatory reporting; required disclosureInteracting agentsEnforcement of required actionsEnforcement event compelling actionRequirement enforcement eventEvent ID / action IDPartial compliance; timingDetect requirement → enforce → recordEvent recognition on enforcementSymbolic conversion of enforcement actionCategorical / sequentialAppend-only enforcement logEnforcement mechanismRule engine / monitorValidation; timestampingRequirement enforcement recordRequirement rule definitionsSelective enforcement
Enforcement action logging systemRecords actions taken by authorities or mechanisms to enforce institutional rules.Warning issued; action blockedInteracting agentsInstitutional enforcement actionsEnforcement action takenEnforcement action recordEvent ID / action typeAttribution ambiguity; delaysDetect violation → take action → recordEvent recognition on actionSymbolic conversion of actionCategorical / sequentialAppend-only action logEnforcement authority interfaceEnforcement systemValidation; timestampingEnforcement action recordEnforcement policy definitionsDiscretion; delayed response
Sanction assessment recording systemRecords sanctions imposed on agents for rule violations.Suspension; loss of privilegesInteracting agentsSanctions imposedSanction type and scopeSanction assessment recordSanction IDs / status flagsAppeal lag; reversalsAssess sanction → recordEvent recognition on assessmentSymbolic conversion of sanctionCategoricalAppend-only sanction logSanction assessment processSanction management systemValidation; timestampingSanction recordSanction rulesOverturned sanctions
Penalty imposition recording systemRecords penalties (monetary or non-monetary) applied following violations.Fine assessed; late fee chargedInteracting agentsPenalties appliedPenalty amount/type imposedPenalty recordCurrency units / penalty typePartial payments; waiversImpose penalty → recordEvent recognition on impositionRule-based conversion of penalty eventScalar / categoricalAppend-only penalty ledgerPenalty enforcement processBilling/enforcement systemValidation; reconciliationPenalty recordPenalty schedule definitionsDeferred penalties; adjustments
Compliance confirmation recording systemRecords instances where agents are verified as complying with rules.Compliance check passedInteracting agentsCompliance statusVerified compliance eventCompliance confirmation recordEvent ID / booleanSuperficial checks; audit scopePerform compliance check → confirm → recordEvent recognition on confirmationSymbolic conversion of check resultCategorical / sequentialAppend-only compliance logCompliance verification processCompliance system / auditorValidation; timestampingCompliance recordCompliance criteria definitionsUndetected violations; false positives
Violation logging systemRecords detected rule violations by agents.Breach logged; infraction recordedInteracting agentsRule violationsViolation event detectedViolation recordEvent ID / violation typeDetection lag; false positivesDetect violation → log eventEvent recognition on violationSymbolic conversion of violation signalCategorical / sequentialAppend-only violation logMonitoring/enforcement pointMonitoring systemClassification; timestampingViolation recordViolation definitionsMissed violations; misclassification
Rule change logging systemRecords modifications to institutional rules with timestamps.New trading rule enactedInteracting agentsInstitutional rule changesRule modification event with timestampRule change recordRule IDs / timestampsVersion conflicts; rollout lagModify rule → log changeEvent recognition on changeSymbolic conversion of rule diffSequential (time-stamped)Append-only rule-change logRule management contextRegistry/version systemDiffing; validationRule change recordVersioning policyPartial propagation
Rule override/suspension logRecords temporary suspension or override of existing rules.Emergency rule suspensionInteracting agentsTemporary rule suspensionOverride/suspension eventRule override recordRule IDs / status flagsInformal overrides; timingSuspend/override rule → record eventEvent recognition on overrideSymbolic conversion of override actionCategorical / sequentialAppend-only override logRule control contextRule engine / admin interfaceValidation; timestampingOverride recordOverride authorization rulesShadow overrides; expiry errors
Entry attempt recording systemRecords attempts by agents to enter or participate in the interaction or institution.Application submitted; login attemptInteracting agentsParticipation attemptsEntry/participation attempt eventEntry attempt recordEvent ID / statusBot noise; retriesAttempt entry → record attemptEvent recognition on attemptSymbolic conversion of attempt eventCategorical / sequentialAppend-only entry logEntry/registration interfaceAccess-control systemValidation; timestampingEntry attempt recordEntry eligibility rulesFailed retries; spoofing
Entry approval recording systemRecords approval of an agent’s attempt to enter or participate in the interaction.Account approved; bidder admittedInteracting agentsEntry authorizationApproval of participation attemptEntry approval recordEvent ID / status flagAdministrative delay; conditional approvalsReview entry attempt → approve → recordEvent recognition on approvalSymbolic conversion of approval actionCategorical / sequentialAppend-only approval logEntry control processAccess-control systemValidation; timestampingEntry approval recordEntry eligibility rulesConditional access; later revocation
Entry rejection logging systemRecords denial of an agent’s attempt to enter or participate.Application rejected; access deniedInteracting agentsEntry denialRejection of participation attemptEntry rejection recordEvent ID / status flagAppeal lag; discretionary decisionsReview entry attempt → reject → recordEvent recognition on rejectionSymbolic conversion of rejection actionCategorical / sequentialAppend-only rejection logEntry control processAccess-control systemValidation; timestampingEntry rejection recordEntry criteria definitionsInformal denials; logging gaps
Exit event logging systemRecords an agent’s departure from the interaction or institution.Market exit; session logoutInteracting agentsParticipation terminationExit/departure eventExit event recordEvent ID / timestampUnclean exits; timeout ambiguityDetect exit → record eventEvent recognition on exitSymbolic conversion of exit signalSequential (time-stamped)Append-only exit logInteraction/session contextSession managerValidation; timestampingExit recordExit definition rulesNetwork drops; implicit exits
Voluntary exit recording systemRecords exits initiated by the agent without enforcement action.User closes account; leaves auctionInteracting agentsSelf-initiated exitVoluntary departure eventVoluntary exit recordEvent ID / timestampMisclassification; delayed loggingAgent initiates exit → recordEvent recognition on voluntary exitSymbolic conversion of exit actionSequential (time-stamped)Append-only exit logUser/session interfaceInput mechanismValidation; timestampingVoluntary exit recordVoluntary exit definitionsAccidental exits; reversals
Exclusion enforcement logging systemRecords involuntary removal or exclusion of an agent due to rule enforcement.Ban issued; suspension enforcedInteracting agentsInvoluntary exclusionEnforced exclusion/suspension eventExclusion enforcement recordEvent ID / status flagAppeal lag; partial enforcementEnforce exclusion → recordEvent recognition on enforcementSymbolic conversion of enforcement actionCategorical / sequentialAppend-only exclusion logEnforcement control contextRule engine / access controlValidation; timestampingExclusion recordExclusion policy definitionsTemporary bans; shadow access
Contract acceptance recording systemRecords acceptance of contractual terms required for participation.Clicking “I agree”; signing contractInteracting agentsContractual consentAcceptance of required contractual termsContract acceptance recordEvent ID / status flagClick misfires; coerced acceptancePresent terms → capture acceptance → recordEvent recognition on acceptanceSymbolic conversion of consent actionCategorical / sequentialAppend-only contract logContract presentation interfaceInput mechanismValidation; timestampingContract acceptance recordContract text/version definitionsInformed consent ambiguity
Contract rejection logging systemRecords refusal to accept contractual terms, preventing participation.Declining terms of serviceInteracting agentsContract refusalRefusal to accept contractual termsContract rejection recordEvent ID / status flagSilent exits; UI frictionPresent terms → detect refusal → recordEvent recognition on refusalSymbolic conversion of refusal actionCategorical / sequentialAppend-only rejection logContract presentation interfaceInput mechanismValidation; timestampingContract rejection recordContract criteria definitionsUnlogged refusal paths
Eligibility verification systemRecords successful completion of eligibility or qualification checks.KYC passed; certification verifiedInteracting agentsEligibility complianceSuccessful verification outcomeEligibility verification recordStatus flag / verification IDFalse positives; stale checksPerform verification → confirm success → recordEvent recognition on successSymbolic conversion of verification resultCategoricalAppend-only verification logVerification processVerification systemValidation; timestampingEligibility verification recordVerification standardsOutdated credentials
Eligibility failure logging systemRecords failure of eligibility or qualification checks.Verification failed; disqualificationInteracting agentsEligibility non-complianceVerification failure outcomeEligibility failure recordStatus flag / failure codeMisclassification; retry logicPerform verification → detect failure → recordEvent recognition on failureSymbolic conversion of failure signalCategoricalAppend-only failure logVerification processVerification systemError classificationEligibility failure recordVerification standardsTemporary failures
Action observation logging systemRecords which actions taken by other agents are visible or observed by the focal agent.Seeing a rival’s previous bidInteracting agents (observer)Observability of others’ actionsObserved action eventObservation recordAction IDs / timestampsPartial observability; lagDetect visible action → log observationEvent recognition on observationSymbolic conversion of observed eventRelational (observer × action)Append-only observation logObservation channelEvent loggerDe-duplication; timestampingAction observation recordVisibility rulesHidden or delayed actions
Bid/offer visibility logging systemRecords exposure of other agents’ bids or offers to the focal agent.Order book showing others’ bidsInteracting agents (observer)Exposure to others’ bids/offersVisible bid/offer eventsVisibility mapping (agent × order)Order IDs / timestampsPartial book; latencyRender order book → log visible entriesEvent recognition on render/updateSymbolic conversion of order dataRelational (agent × order)Append-only visibility logOrder book interfaceMarket data feedDe-duplication; sequencingBid/offer visibility recordMarket data rulesHidden orders; feed lag
Price/quantity disclosure systemRecords which prices or quantities chosen by other agents are observable.Posted transaction pricesInteracting agents (observer)Disclosure of prices/quantitiesObservable price/quantity valuesDisclosed price/quantity recordCurrency / quantity unitsDiscounts; aggregationPublish prices/quantities → log disclosureEvent recognition on publishRule-based conversion of transaction dataScalar / relationalAppend-only disclosure logTransaction reporting channelReporting systemValidation; normalizationPrice/quantity disclosure recordDisclosure policyNetting; delayed reports
Outcome disclosure logging systemRecords visibility of other agents’ realized outcomes or payoffs.Seeing a rival’s win/lossInteracting agents (observer)Visibility of others’ outcomesDisclosed outcome/payoff eventOutcome visibility recordEvent IDs / amountsSelective disclosureDisclose outcome → log eventEvent recognition on disclosureSymbolic conversion of outcomeCategorical / scalarAppend-only outcome logOutcome reporting channelReporting systemValidation; timestampingOutcome disclosure recordOutcome disclosure rulesPartial outcomes; redactions
Participation event visibility systemRecords whether entry or exit events by other agents are observable.Noticing a new entrantInteracting agents (observer)Visibility of entry/exit eventsObservable entry/exit eventParticipation visibility recordEvent IDs / timestampsMissed notificationsPublish participation event → log visibilityEvent recognition on publishSymbolic conversion of eventSequential (time-stamped)Append-only participation logParticipation reporting channelEvent broadcasterDe-duplication; timestampingParticipation visibility recordVisibility rulesDelayed notices
Compliance/violation disclosure logRecords visibility of enforcement or violation events involving other agents.Public sanction announcementInteracting agents (observer)Visibility of enforcement eventsPublicly disclosed compliance/violationEnforcement visibility recordEvent IDs / typesStaged releases; redactionsPublish enforcement notice → logEvent recognition on publishSymbolic conversion of noticeCategorical / sequentialAppend-only enforcement visibility logPublic enforcement channelAnnouncement systemValidation; timestampingEnforcement disclosure recordDisclosure standardsInformal leaks; timing gaps
Message visibility logging systemRecords which messages sent by other agents are visible to the focal agent.Reading a public messageInteracting agents (observer)Visibility of others’ messagesMessage visible to focal agentMessage-visibility recordMessage IDs / timestampsPartial feeds; UI filteringRender message stream → log visible messagesEvent recognition on renderSymbolic conversion of message eventRelational (observer × message)Append-only visibility logCommunication interfaceMessaging systemDe-duplication; timestampingMessage visibility recordVisibility rulesHidden threads; feed lag
Signal observation logging systemRecords which emitted signals by other agents are observed.Observing a quality signalInteracting agents (observer)Signal exposureObserved signal eventAgent–signal observation mappingAgent IDs / signal IDsPartial observability; attributionDeliver/observe signal → log observationEvent recognition on observationSymbolic conversion of observationRelational (agent × signal)Append-only observation logInformation delivery channelNotification systemDe-duplication; validationSignal observation recordSignal identity definitionsUnobserved exposure; spillovers
Observation timestamping systemRecords when observations occur relative to the focal agent’s own actions.Observed bid before submitting ownInteracting agents (observer)Timing of observationObservation time relative to own actionObservation timing indicatorTime unitsClock sync; reference ambiguityTimestamp observation and own action → compute order → recordEvent recognition on observation/actionTemporal conversion of timestampsSequential (time-ordered)Append-only timing logObservation and action eventsClock/timestamp serviceTime-difference computationObservation timing recordTime standard/sync rulesClock drift; ambiguous pairing
Differential information delivery logging systemRecords which informational content is delivered to which agents, allowing comparison across agents.Signal sent to Agent A onlyInteracting agentsAgent-specific information deliveryWhich content delivered to which agentAgent–content delivery mapAgent IDs / content IDsDelivery failures; misroutingDeliver content → log recipientsEvent recognition on deliverySymbolic conversion of delivery eventRelational (agent × content)Append-only delivery logInformation delivery channelMessaging/notification systemValidation; timestampingDifferential delivery recordDelivery rulesMissed deliveries; leaks
Private message delivery systemRecords delivery of messages to specific recipients rather than all agents.Direct negotiation messageSpecific interacting agentsPrivate communication deliveryDelivery of private messageMessage delivery recordMessage IDs / metadataDelivery failure; encryption lossDeliver private message → log deliveryEvent recognition on deliverySymbolic conversion of delivery eventRelational (sender × receiver)Append-only delivery logPrivate communication channelMessaging systemValidation; timestampingMessage delivery recordMessaging protocol definitionsUnlogged channels; partial delivery
Public information broadcast logRecords information broadcasts made visible to all agents simultaneously.Public price announcementAll interacting agentsPublic information exposureBroadcast information eventBroadcast recordEvent ID / content metadataPartial reach; latencyIssue broadcast → log eventEvent recognition on broadcastSymbolic conversion of messageSequential (time-stamped)Append-only broadcast logPublic communication channelBroadcast/messaging systemValidation; timestampingBroadcast recordBroadcast policy definitionsDelayed dissemination; leakage
Staggered disclosure logging systemRecords timing differences in information delivery across agents.Early release to insidersInteracting agentsDifferential disclosure timingAgent-specific disclosure timesDisclosure timing mapTime units; agent IDsClock sync; rollout lagDeliver info to agents → log timestampsEvent recognition on deliveryTemporal conversion of timestampsRelational (agent × time)Append-only disclosure logInformation delivery channelMessaging systemAlignment; validationDisclosure timing recordDisclosure schedule rulesMissed deliveries; leaks
Information withholding configuration logRecords which information is configured to be withheld from particular agents.Hidden attributes for some usersInteracting agentsWithholding rules in forceWithheld information configurationWithholding stateFlags / config IDsMisconfiguration; driftConfigure withholding → record stateEvent recognition on config changeSymbolic conversion of configCategoricalAppend-only config logInformation config contextConfig managerValidation; taggingWithholding recordDisclosure policy definitionsInconsistent enforcement
Conditional post-action disclosure systemRecords information disclosed after actions, with recipient-specific delivery.Results shown only after biddingInteracting agentsPost-action information releaseInformation disclosed after actionPost-action disclosure recordEvent ID / recipient IDsTiming ambiguity; partial disclosureDetect action → disclose info → logEvent recognition on disclosureSymbolic conversion of disclosureRelational (action × recipients)Append-only disclosure logAction and info channelsEvent loggerCorrelation; timestampingPost-action disclosure recordDisclosure-after-action rulesLate/early reveals
Information visibility configuration systemRecords whether information is configured as public, private, or hidden.Transparent order book vs sealedInteracting agentsVisibility scope of informationPublic/private/hidden configurationVisibility configuration stateVisibility flagsRollout lag; mixed statesConfigure visibility → record stateEvent recognition on config setSymbolic conversion of configCategoricalAppend-only visibility logMarket/info systemConfig serviceValidation; taggingVisibility config recordVisibility rulesLeakage; inconsistent visibility
Rule visibility configuration systemRecords which rules are configured as hidden or undisclosed to agents at a given time.Undisclosed pricing ruleInteracting agentsRule disclosure scopeHidden vs disclosed rule stateRule-visibility stateFlags / rule IDsMisconfiguration; rollout lagConfigure rule visibility → record stateEvent recognition on config changeSymbolic conversion of config stateCategoricalAppend-only config logRule configuration contextConfig managerValidation; taggingRule visibility recordRule visibility definitionsInconsistent enforcement; leakage
Partial rule disclosure logging systemRecords which components of a rule set are disclosed versus withheld.Some auction rules shown, others hiddenInteracting agentsPartial disclosure of rulesDisclosed vs withheld rule componentsComponent-level disclosure mapRule component IDsComponent granularity; driftSet component visibility → log mappingEvent recognition on updateSymbolic conversion of mappingRelational (rule × component)Append-only disclosure logRule management contextRegistry/serviceConsistency checksPartial disclosure recordRule component definitionsHidden dependencies; stale configs
Announcement timing logRecords rule change announcements made at or after implementation rather than in advance.Immediate rule update noticeInteracting agentsTiming of rule-change announcementsAnnouncement time relative to implementationAnnouncement timing indicatorTime unitsClock sync; ambiguous referenceAnnounce rule change → timestamp → recordEvent recognition on announcementTemporal conversion to timing recordSequential (time-stamped)Append-only announcement logAnnouncement channelMessaging systemValidation; timestampingAnnouncement timing recordTime standard/sync rulesDelayed dissemination; leaks
Eligibility criteria visibility registryRecords eligibility requirements that are not disclosed to agents prior to decision.Undisclosed qualification thresholdInteracting agentsVisibility of eligibility requirementsDisclosed vs undisclosed criteria stateEligibility-visibility stateCriteria IDs / flagsOmitted criteria; version mismatchConfigure criteria visibility → recordEvent recognition on config changeSymbolic conversion of visibility stateCategoricalAppend-only registry logEligibility configuration contextRegistry serviceValidation; taggingEligibility visibility recordEligibility definitionsShadow criteria; drift
Role/type visibility logging systemRecords whether agent classifications or roles are hidden at the time of action.Buyer type not revealedInteracting agentsVisibility of agent roles/typesRole/type hidden vs visibleRole-visibility stateRole/type IDs / flagsMislabeling; timingConfigure role visibility → recordEvent recognition on config changeSymbolic conversion of visibility stateCategoricalAppend-only visibility logRole/type configuration contextConfig managerValidation; taggingRole visibility recordRole/type definitionsPartial reveals; leakage
Post-action role disclosure logRecords disclosures of agent roles or types occurring after actions are taken.Type revealed after biddingInteracting agentsTiming of role/type disclosureRole/type revealed after actionPost-action role disclosure recordRole/type IDs; timestampsPartial disclosure; timing ambiguityComplete action → disclose role → log eventEvent recognition on disclosureSymbolic conversion of disclosureSequential (action → disclosure)Append-only disclosure logRole/type disclosure channelMessaging/config systemValidation; timestampingRole disclosure recordRole definition rulesLeakage; delayed disclosure
Rule description versioning systemRecords rule descriptions that are incomplete, underspecified, or subject to interpretation.Vague participation rulesInteracting agentsRule description stateVersioned rule description textRule description versionVersion IDs; text metadataAmbiguity; interpretation varianceUpdate rule description → log versionEvent recognition on updateSymbolic conversion of text/versionSequential (versioned)Append-only version logRule documentation contextVersion control systemDiffing; validationRule description recordDocumentation standardsAmbiguous language
Announcement conflict logging systemRecords multiple rule announcements that conflict or differ in content.Two inconsistent notices issuedInteracting agentsConflicting announcementsDetected inconsistency between announcementsConflict event recordEvent IDs; rule IDsMissed conflicts; timingCompare announcements → detect conflict → logEvent recognition on conflictSymbolic conversion of conflictRelational (announcement × rule)Append-only conflict logAnnouncement channelsMonitoring/comparison systemMatching; validationConflict recordAnnouncement consistency rulesUndetected conflicts
Rule clarification event logRecords events where ambiguous or conflicting rules are clarified.Official clarification issuedInteracting agentsClarification of ambiguous rulesClarification issued eventClarification recordEvent ID; rule IDsDelay; partial clarificationIssue clarification → log eventEvent recognition on clarificationSymbolic conversion of clarificationSequential (time-stamped)Append-only clarification logOfficial communication channelMessaging systemValidation; timestampingClarification recordClarification policyLingering ambiguity
Dispute/appeal recording systemRecords disputes, appeals, or complaints triggered by unclear or disputed rules.Complaint filed over rule meaningInteracting agentsRule-related disputesDispute or appeal filedDispute/appeal recordEvent ID; statusFrivolous filings; backlogFile dispute/appeal → recordEvent recognition on filingSymbolic conversion of filingCategorical / sequentialAppend-only dispute logDispute resolution interfaceCase management systemValidation; timestampingDispute recordDispute handling rulesUnresolved cases; bias
Joint outcome selection recording systemRecords which joint outcome is selected when multiple joint outcomes are available to participating agents.Choosing allocation A over BInteracting agents (participants)Joint outcome choiceSelected joint outcome among feasible setJoint outcome identifierOutcome IDsAmbiguity in joint choice mappingPresent joint outcomes → record selectionEvent recognition on selectionSymbolic conversion of selectionRelational (agents × outcome)Append-only outcome logJoint outcome selection interfaceInput mechanismValidation; mappingJoint outcome recordOutcome definition rulesCoordination ambiguity; misselection
Outcome acceptance/rejection logging systemRecords accept/reject decisions for offered outcomes.Accept settlement A, reject settlement BInteracting agentsOutcome consentAccept/reject decision for offered outcomeAcceptance indicator{Accept, Reject}Binary granularity; framingPresent outcome → record decisionEvent recognition on accept/rejectSymbolic conversion of responseCategoricalAppend-only decision logOutcome offer interfaceInput mechanismValidation; timestampingAcceptance recordOutcome offer definitionsStrategic delay; coercion
Complaint/objection logging systemRecords formal objections or complaints filed after outcomes are realized.Filing dispute after lossInteracting agentsPost-outcome objectionComplaint/objection filing eventObjection recordEvent ID; statusFrivolous claims; delayFile complaint → recordEvent recognition on filingSymbolic conversion of filingCategorical / sequentialAppend-only complaint logComplaint submission channelCase management systemValidation; timestampingComplaint recordComplaint handling rulesUnresolved cases; backlog
Renegotiation request logging systemRecords attempts to renegotiate terms following an outcome.Requesting new contract termsInteracting agentsRenegotiation attemptRequest to renegotiate termsRenegotiation request recordEvent ID; term referencesInformal requests; timingSubmit renegotiation request → recordEvent recognition on requestSymbolic conversion of requestCategorical / sequentialAppend-only renegotiation logRenegotiation interfaceMessaging/case systemValidation; taggingRenegotiation recordRenegotiation rulesUnlogged negotiations
Delay acceptance recording systemRecords acceptance or rejection of delays offered in exchange for additional information.Waiting longer to receive forecastInteracting agentsWillingness to delayAccept/reject delay-for-information offerDelay acceptance indicator{Accept, Reject}Binary granularity; framingPresent delay offer → record decisionEvent recognition on accept/rejectSymbolic conversion of responseCategoricalAppend-only delay decision logDelay offer promptInput mechanismValidation; timestampingDelay acceptance recordDelay offer definitionsStrategic responding
Information purchase transaction systemRecords payments made specifically to obtain information or access data.Paying for report; subscription feeInteracting agentsInformation acquisition via paymentPayment made for information accessInformation purchase amountCurrency unitsBundled pricing; timingExecute info purchase → record paymentEvent recognition on paymentRule-based conversion of transactionScalar (time-stamped)Append-only purchase ledgerInformation sales channelPayment processorValidation; reconciliationInformation purchase recordPricing rules; currency standardRefunds; access revocation
Action refusal logging systemRecords explicit refusals to choose or act when required information is absent.“Cannot proceed without data”Interacting agentsRefusal to act without informationExplicit refusal eventRefusal indicatorEvent ID / booleanSilent refusals; UI frictionPresent action → detect refusal → recordEvent recognition on refusalSymbolic conversion of refusal actionCategoricalAppend-only refusal logAction interfaceInput mechanism / event loggerValidation; timestampingRefusal recordRefusal definition rulesUnlogged hesitation
Information disclosure logging systemRecords actions where agents disclose information to others or to the mechanism.Voluntary quality disclosureInteracting agentsVoluntary information disclosureDisclosure action and contentDisclosure recordEvent ID / content metadataPartial disclosure; misclassificationDisclose info → log actionEvent recognition on disclosureSymbolic conversion of disclosureSequential (time-stamped)Append-only disclosure logDisclosure channelMessaging/logging systemValidation; timestampingDisclosure recordDisclosure definitionsLeakage; delayed posting
Information request logging systemRecords explicit actions taken to request, search for, or acquire information.Query submitted; help requestedInteracting agentsInformation-seeking behaviorInformation request actionRequest indicatorEvent ID / countMissed requests; batchingSubmit request/query → logEvent recognition on requestSymbolic conversion of requestCategorical / sequentialAppend-only request logInformation request interfaceEvent loggerDe-duplication; timestampingRequest recordRequest action definitionsSilent search behavior
Information avoidance logging systemRecords actions taken to avoid, block, or ignore available information.Skipping disclosure; closing info panelInteracting agentsInformation avoidanceAvoidance/block actionAvoidance indicatorEvent ID / booleanAmbiguous intent; UI effectsDetect avoidance action → recordEvent recognition on avoidanceSymbolic conversion of avoidance actionCategoricalAppend-only avoidance logInformation presentation interfaceUI/event loggerValidation; timestampingAvoidance recordAvoidance definition rulesMisinterpreted avoidance
Transfer execution recording systemRecords transfers of resources from one agent to another that alter their respective outcomes.Side payment; compensatory transferInteracting agents (sender/receiver)Resource transfer affecting outcomesExecuted transfer between agentsTransfer value (by agent)Currency/quantity unitsTiming; reversals; attributionExecute transfer → capture amount/parties → recordEvent recognition on executionRule-based conversion of transfer eventRelational (agent × amount)Append-only transfer logTransfer execution channelPayment/clearing systemValidation; reconciliationTransfer recordTransfer rules; currency/unit standardsClawbacks; partial execution
Transfer execution recording systemRecords resource transfers from one agent to another intended to alter outcomes.Compensation payment; redistribution transferInteracting agents (sender/receiver)Outcome-altering redistributionExecuted compensatory/redistributive transferRedistribution value (by agent)Currency/quantity unitsPurpose tagging; timingExecute redistribution → tag intent → recordEvent recognition on executionRule-based conversion with intent tagRelational (agent × amount × intent)Append-only redistribution logTransfer execution channelPayment/clearing systemValidation; reconciliationRedistribution recordRedistribution policy definitionsMis-tagging; delayed settlement
Complaint/objection logging systemRecords formal complaints or objections raised in response to outcomes, including stated grounds.Filing a grievance alleging unfairnessInteracting agentsFormal objection to outcomeComplaint filed with stated groundsComplaint recordEvent ID; grounds codesFrivolous claims; delaySubmit complaint → record groundsEvent recognition on filingSymbolic conversion of submissionCategorical / sequentialAppend-only complaint logComplaint submission interfaceCase management systemValidation; timestampingComplaint recordComplaint taxonomyIncomplete grounds
Appeal submission recording systemRecords appeals that invoke fairness, equity, or rule-based standards.Appeal to equity committeeInteracting agentsAppeal invoking standardsAppeal filed citing fairness/equity/rulesAppeal recordEvent ID; standard codesMisclassification; backlogSubmit appeal → record cited standardsEvent recognition on filingSymbolic conversion of appealCategorical / sequentialAppend-only appeal logAppeal interfaceCase management systemValidation; timestampingAppeal recordAppeal standards definitionsPending outcomes
Enforcement action logging systemRecords enforcement actions taken with explicit reference to outcome disparities.Penalty imposed due to unequal treatmentInteracting agentsDisparity-referenced enforcementEnforcement action citing outcome disparityDisparity enforcement recordEvent ID; action typeDiscretion; timingDetect disparity → enforce → recordEvent recognition on enforcementSymbolic conversion of enforcementCategorical / sequentialAppend-only enforcement logEnforcement mechanismRule engine / authorityValidation; timestampingEnforcement recordEnforcement policySelective enforcement; delays
Collective decision recording systemRecords outcomes selected through collective or group decision procedures.Committee selects allocation AInteracting agents (group)Collective choice outcomeSelected group outcomeCollective outcome identifierOutcome IDsAggregation ambiguity; quorum issuesConduct group procedure → record outcomeEvent recognition on decision finalizationSymbolic conversion of decision to recordRelational (group × outcome)Append-only decision logCollective decision forumVoting/decision systemValidation; quorum checksCollective outcome recordDecision procedure rulesTie-breaking ambiguity; procedural deviations
Voting result recording systemRecords vote tallies and resulting outcome selections.Majority vote selects policy BInteracting agents (voters)Vote distribution and outcomeVote tallies and selected optionVote tally vector; outcome IDCounts; outcome IDsBallot errors; counting delaysCollect votes → tally → recordEvent recognition on tally completionSymbolic conversion of ballotsRelational (option × votes)Append-only voting logVoting processBallot systemValidation; recount handlingVoting result recordVoting rulesInvalid ballots; disputes
Outcome rejection logging systemRecords decisions to reject outcomes on acceptability grounds.Proposal rejected due to harmInteracting agentsOutcome acceptabilityRejection decision eventRejection indicator{Rejected} / event IDGrounds ambiguity; framingPresent outcome → record rejectionEvent recognition on rejectionSymbolic conversion of rejection actionCategoricalAppend-only rejection logOutcome review interfaceInput mechanismValidation; timestampingOutcome rejection recordAcceptability criteriaSilent vetoes; informal rejection
Compensation offer recording systemRecords offers made to agents harmed by prior outcomes.Settlement offer to affected partyInteracting agents (offeror/recipient)Remedial offerCompensation offer detailsOffer recordCurrency/terms metadataInformal offers; timingIssue compensation offer → recordEvent recognition on offer issuanceSymbolic conversion of offer contentRelational (agent × offer)Append-only offer logCompensation/settlement channelMessaging/contract systemValidation; taggingCompensation offer recordCompensation policy definitionsUnlogged negotiations; withdrawals