Quattro - Work for 4 Companies At Once, Use 1 Cardano NFT

Quattro - Work for 4 Companies At Once, Use 1 Cardano NFT
A revolutionary decentralized ecosystem designed to disrupt the future of work by empowering professionals with a tokenized career identity and providing employers with a sustainable, agile talent solution.
About Quattro Careers
Quattro Careers leverages the Cardano blockchain to create a system where a professional's resume becomes a non-fungible token (NFT) and their reputation is a verifiable digital asset.
This proposal outlines the development of the Quattro platform's Minimum Viable Product (MVP), focusing on decentralized governance, social impact, and a new model of global talent mobility.
Agenda
01
Problem Statement
Understanding the challenges in today's employment landscape
02
Our Solution
Introducing the Quattro protocol and its innovative approach
03
Technical Architecture
Exploring the Cardano-based infrastructure and components
04
Project Milestones
Detailed breakdown of our development roadmap
05
Budget & Value
Cost structure and ecosystem benefits
06
Team & Capabilities
Our expertise and approach to delivery
The Problem
Employee Burnout
Professionals face increasing burnout in traditional single-employer models
Job-Hopping Stigma
Career diversity is fulfilling but risky and often frowned upon
Outdated Platforms
Current job sites and recruitment platforms no longer fit for purpose
AI Disruption
Artificial intelligence making many roles redundant without fresh alternatives
Our Solution: Quattro Careers
A revolutionary decentralized ecosystem that empowers professionals to work for multiple companies simultaneously while maintaining a unified, verifiable digital identity on the Cardano blockchain.
Core Innovation: Tokenizing Human Capital
The Quattro protocol treats human capital as a valuable, liquid Real-World Asset (RWA).
By tokenizing an employee's verified career history, qualifications, and skills, Quattro creates a transparent, immutable record that can be securely shared and authenticated on the blockchain.
This represents a significant advancement in RWA applications on the Cardano blockchain, addressing critiques about limited real-world adoption.
The Quattro Profile NFT
Each employee's professional profile is represented as a unique NFT, serving as their public-facing, self-sovereign digital identity on the Cardano blockchain.
This NFT is a secure gateway to an individual's verified professional history, not a simple JPEG.
Atala PRISM Integration
User Creates DID
A user creates a Decentralized Identifier (DID) and stores it in their Cardano wallet
Companies Issue VCs
Verified companies act as certified issuers, providing Verifiable Credentials for employment and skills
Secure Linking
The NFT's metadata contains a secure pointer to on-chain VCs, ensuring data privacy and control
NFT Minting Policy
The Quattro Profile NFT will be minted using a Plutus script that defines a strict and transparent minting policy.
This policy ensures:
Immutability and uniqueness of each profile
Prevention of duplication
Permanent and verifiable professional record
Preventing Scam NFTs
Documented Policy ID
Well-documented Policy ID to ensure the authenticity of Quattro-minted assets
Clear UI Distinction
User interface designed to clearly distinguish verified NFTs from others
User Education
Education on the importance of never sharing private keys or seed phrases
Tokenomics: The QTR Token
The economic framework of Quattro is built on the QTR utility token, which will be a central pillar of the protocol's self-sustaining model.
A key objective is to lower costs for companies while creating value for employees. A native token is the perfect mechanism to achieve this, creating a more equitable and efficient market.
QTR Token Utility
Platform Fees
Recruitment agencies and companies will pay a fee in QTR to access the Quattro Protocol API and hire talent from the verified pool
Staking & Governance
Holding QTR grants access to governance rights and staking rewards, incentivizing long-term engagement and community participation
Employee Rewards
Employees who successfully complete a "Quattro placement" earn QTR as a "Quadrant Perk," creating value beyond their paycheck
Concierge Services
QTR required to unlock premium concierge services, such as a dedicated travel desk or tailored relocation support
Tokenomic Model Benefits
Companies Pay Less
Reduced recruitment fees for companies
Network Fees
Portion directed to the network as a fee
Employee Value
Provides value to employees who fuel the network's success
Ecosystem Growth
Creates a virtuous, self-sustaining loop
Smart Contracts & EUTXO Model
Plutus, Cardano's native smart contract language, will be the backbone of the Quattro protocol's trustless financial operations.
We will use Plutus smart contracts to create multi-party escrow agreements for each Quattro placement.
The design leverages Cardano's unique Extended UTXO (EUTXO) model, which is uniquely suited for secure, non-interactive transactions.
Escrow Mechanism
Company Locks Payment
A company locks the agreed-upon payment (in ADA) in a Plutus smart contract
Employee Completes Work
The employee performs the agreed work and receives a Verifiable Credential
VC as Redeemer
The employee's VC for job completion serves as the "redeemer"
Funds Released
When provided, the VC unlocks and releases the funds to the employee
Architectural Blueprint
The Quattro protocol will be built on a robust hybrid architecture combining both on-chain and off-chain components to ensure scalability, efficiency, and a seamless user experience.
On-Chain Components
Atala PRISM
Essential for the creation of Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs) and the issuance of Verifiable Credentials (VCs)
Plutus
The native smart contract language for developing the NFT minting policy and the multi-party escrow contracts
Cardano Native Tokens
Used for the QTR utility token and the Quattro Profile NFTs
cardano-cli
For command-line interactions with the blockchain, including transaction building and signing
Off-Chain Components
Platform UI/UX
A responsive web and mobile interface for employees to manage their profiles and placements, and for companies to browse and hire talent
Concierge Management System
A centralized system to handle off-chain logistics, such as travel, accommodation, and the proprietary matching algorithm
API for Recruitment Agencies
The publicly documented "engine" that will allow third-party recruitment agencies to integrate the Quattro protocol into their existing systems
Wallet Integration
Support for popular Cardano wallets like Lace, Eternl, and Nami to facilitate user authentication and on-chain interactions
Innovation & Unique Approach
Quattro Careers is not a traditional blockchain job board. It is a new application of decentralized technology to a novel business model that fundamentally redefines career paths and human capital management.
Key Innovations
High-Impact Human Capital RWA
Introducing a new type of Real-World Asset by tokenizing a professional's career history, skills, and qualifications into a "living" NFT
Multi-Faceted, Living Digital Identity
Creating a dynamic, living NFT that serves as a professional's public-facing identity, not just a static credential
Plutus-Powered Multi-Party Employment Protocol
First to propose Plutus smart contracts and EUTXO model to facilitate a trustless, multi-company employment framework
Project Impact
The impact of this project will be measured and shared with the Cardano community through both quantitative and qualitative methods.
Quantitative On-Chain Metrics
500
Quattro Profiles
Unique Quattro Profile NFTs minted on-chain
2,000
Transactions
Total on-chain interactions, including escrow deposits, VC issuance, and token transfers
1M
ADA Locked
Projected ADA volume locked in escrow smart contracts
Qualitative Measures & Outputs
Regular Updates
Transparent communication through public reports and AMAs
User Feedback
Sharing user feedback reports from our private beta
Partner Testimonials
Publishing partner testimonials and case studies from our initial placements
Public API Documentation
Providing a publicly documented API to foster ecosystem growth
All of our on-chain code will be open-source and publicly accessible in a GitHub repository for the community to review, audit, and build upon.
Project Milestones
Our project is structured into four key milestones, each with specific outputs, acceptance criteria, and evidence of completion.
Milestone 1: On-chain Prototype & Initial Development
Outputs:
On-chain prototype of the Quattro Profile NFT
Initial Plutus escrow contract
Acceptance Criteria:
Successful minting of 10 testnet Quattro NFTs
Successful testnet transaction using a simple Plutus escrow contract
Demonstration of VCs issued by an "issuer" to a "holder" using Atala PRISM
Evidence of Completion:
Link to a public GitHub repository
Video demonstration
Link to a testnet explorer for transaction hashes
Budget Allocation:
20,000 ADA (20%)
Delivery Month:
Month 3
Milestone 2: Core Platform UI/UX & Private Beta
Outputs:
Core off-chain platform UI/UX
Basic matching algorithm
Private beta launch with 10 pre-selected pilot users
Acceptance Criteria:
Functioning platform on a staging environment
Successful onboarding and engagement of 10 beta users
Positive user feedback reports
Evidence of Completion:
Access to the staging platform
Beta user feedback reports
Budget Allocation:
30,000 ADA (30%)
Delivery Month:
Month 6
Milestone 3: Public Platform Launch & Token Minting
Outputs:
Public-facing platform launch
QTR token minting
Execution of the first five successful "Quattro placements"
Acceptance Criteria:
Platform is live on mainnet
The QTR token is minted
Proof of five successful placements, including five new Quattro NFTs minted and five completed escrow transactions
Evidence of Completion:
Link to the live platform
Token Policy ID
Mainnet transaction hashes for placements and escrow payments
Budget Allocation:
30,000 ADA (30%)
Delivery Month:
Month 9
Milestone 4: API Development & Community Growth
Outputs:
Development of the Quattro Protocol API for recruitment agencies
Community engagement initiatives
Acceptance Criteria:
A publicly documented API
Two successful partnerships with recruitment agencies
A detailed report on network growth and a future scaling plan
Evidence of Completion:
API documentation
Partner testimonials
A public report on network growth
Budget Allocation:
20,000 ADA (20%)
Delivery Month:
Month 12
Budget Overview
Total Budget Request: 100,000 ADA
Project Duration: 12 months
Budget Allocation
Value for Money
The project's budget of 100,000 ADA represents exceptional value for the Cardano ecosystem by prioritizing a lean, results-driven approach that delivers a high-impact, real-world use case for the network's foundational technologies.
Budget Value Proposition
Lean and Focused Development
A frugal budget reflecting the project's "Bring Your Own Desk" philosophy, with funds primarily allocated to specialized talent like Plutus and Atala PRISM developers
High-Impact RWA Use Case
Direct investment in addressing Cardano's limited real-world use cases by creating a verifiable Real-World Asset of human capital
Ecosystem Growth and Education
Open-sourcing core Plutus codebase to contribute a robust, real-world example to the developer community
Verifiable and Accountable Milestones
Four-milestone funding structure ensures maximum accountability and clear return on investment
Ecosystem Impact
Driving Atala PRISM Adoption
Serving as a leading, high-profile use case for Atala PRISM, demonstrating the power of decentralized identity
Onboarding New Users
Attracting and onboarding a new demographic of users who are not crypto-native
Fostering Plutus Development
Contributing to a more mature developer ecosystem with open-source Plutus codebase
Showcasing RWA Potential
Proving that human capital can be a viable and high-impact RWA on the Cardano blockchain
Team & Capabilities
Our team, cee4L Labs, has been purposefully assembled with the skills and experience necessary to deliver the Quattro Protocol with the highest levels of trust and accountability.
Core Team
Sacha Robinson
Founder
Seasoned social impact entrepreneur and fintech leader providing strategic vision and product leadership. Proven track record of launching and scaling multiple ventures in fintech and social enterprise.
Asif Raja
Senior Advisor, Technology & Finance
Over 30 years of experience at the intersection of technology and finance. Expertise in AI, cloud computing, and enterprise-scale digital transformation.
Technical Delivery Partner
Deftsoft
Established blockchain solutions provider with proven track record of smart contract, wallet, and dApp development. Focus on usability, interoperability, and security.
Team Approach
Our capability is rooted in a proven methodology that mirrors the Cardano ecosystem's own principles of transparency, verifiable progress, and decentralized governance.
We are not just building a product; we are building a model of accountability for the entire community to observe and trust.
Community Engagement
Cardano Developer Recruitment
Actively recruiting verified and experienced developers from the Cardano community
Open-Source Contributions
Sharing core Plutus codebase with the community to foster development
Regular AMAs
Hosting regular Ask Me Anything sessions to maintain transparency
Public Progress Reports
Publishing detailed progress reports for community review
Project Dependencies
The project has several key dependencies, both technical and organizational, which are essential for its delivery and long-term success.
Technical Dependencies
Cardano Blockchain
The entire Quattro protocol is built on the Cardano blockchain, dependent on its stability, security, and continued development
Atala PRISM
Core of the project's decentralized identity system relies on Atala PRISM to create DIDs and issue VCs
Plutus Smart Contract Language
Project's on-chain logic dependent on the Plutus smart contract language and its associated tools
Cardano Wallets
Users need Cardano-compatible wallets like Lace, Eternl, or Nami to interact with the protocol
Organizational Dependencies
Third-Party Recruitment Agencies
The business model is predicated on serving as an API or "engine" for traditional recruitment agencies. The project's success and adoption rate are dependent on securing partnerships with these agencies and their willingness to integrate the Quattro protocol into their systems.
Open Source Commitment
Our project's outputs will be partially open source, with a focus on components essential for decentralization and security.
Open Source Components
Plutus Scripts
The scripts that manage the NFT minting policies and the multi-party escrow contracts will be fully open source
API Components
The public-facing API that allows recruitment agencies to interact with the Quattro protocol will also be open source
License Determination
The specific open-source license will be determined in consultation with the community and legal counsel
Work from Anywhere
Quattro enables a new model of work where professionals can contribute to multiple organizations from anywhere in the world, including breathtaking locations like Victoria Falls.
The Future of Work
Geographic Freedom
Work from anywhere in the world with verified credentials that travel with you
Multi-Company Careers
Simultaneously engage with multiple organizations, diversifying experience and income
Self-Sovereign Identity
Own and control your professional data and reputation as a verifiable digital asset
Trustless Payments
Secure, automated compensation through smart contracts tied to verifiable work completion
Addressing Burnout
Traditional employment often leads to burnout as professionals focus intensely on a single role or company.
Quattro's model allows for diverse engagement across multiple organizations, providing variety and preventing the monotony that contributes to burnout.
By working with four different companies, professionals can leverage different skills, engage with varied challenges, and maintain higher levels of interest and motivation.
Reimagining Job-Hopping
Job-hopping is often seen as risky and frowned upon, despite its benefits for skill development and career growth.
Quattro transforms this paradigm by enabling simultaneous engagement with multiple companies, providing the benefits of diverse experience without the stigma or risk of frequent job changes.
The Quattro Profile NFT creates a continuous, verifiable record of accomplishments across multiple organizations, building a rich professional history rather than a fragmented resume.
Modernizing Recruitment Platforms
Current job sites and recruitment platforms are no longer fit for purpose in a rapidly evolving digital economy.
Quattro creates a blockchain-based ecosystem that prioritizes verified credentials, trustless transactions, and a new model of work that better serves both professionals and organizations.
Adapting to AI Disruption
AI Automation
Artificial intelligence making many traditional roles redundant
Skill Diversification
Quattro enables professionals to work across multiple domains, reducing dependency on a single skill set
Continuous Learning
Exposure to multiple organizations fosters ongoing skill development and adaptation
New Opportunities
Creating fresh alternatives for professionals in a rapidly changing job market
Global Talent Mobility
Quattro enables true global talent mobility by creating a standardized, verifiable system for professional credentials that transcends geographic and organizational boundaries.
Work from anywhere in the world, including stunning locations like African safari lodges, while maintaining secure, verified connections to multiple organizations.
Benefits for Companies
Access to Global Talent
Tap into a worldwide pool of verified professionals with diverse skills and experiences
Reduced Recruitment Costs
Lower fees compared to traditional recruitment agencies, with value directed to the network and professionals
Verified Credentials
Immediate access to cryptographically verified professional histories and qualifications
Flexible Engagement
Engage professionals for specific projects or ongoing work without the overhead of full-time employment
Benefits for Professionals
Diversified Income
Earn from multiple sources simultaneously, reducing financial risk and increasing earning potential
Skill Development
Grow professionally by engaging with diverse challenges across multiple organizations
Self-Sovereign Identity
Own and control your professional data and reputation as a verifiable digital asset
Work-Life Integration
Greater flexibility to work from anywhere and design a career that aligns with personal values and lifestyle
Roadmap to Launch
1
Months 1-3
On-chain prototype development and initial Plutus contracts
2
Months 4-6
Core platform UI/UX development and private beta with 10 pilot users
3
Months 7-9
Public platform launch, QTR token minting, and first five successful placements
4
Months 10-12
API development for recruitment agencies and community growth initiatives
Join the Revolution
Quattro Careers is more than a platform—it's a movement to redefine work in the digital age.
Join us in creating a future where professionals have greater freedom, security, and fulfillment in their careers, powered by the Cardano blockchain.
Next Steps
Community Feedback
We welcome input from the Cardano community on our proposal
Funding Decision
Catalyst voting to determine project funding
Development Kickoff
Upon successful funding, immediate commencement of Milestone 1
Community Engagement
Ongoing updates and transparent communication throughout development
Thank You
Thank you for considering our proposal. We believe Quattro Careers represents a transformative opportunity for both the Cardano ecosystem and the future of work.
For more information: https://cee4l.com/quattro-careers-revolutionizing-work-through-blockchain