We build secure, upgradeable governance systems that scale with your protocol. Each module is battle-tested and designed for real-world deployment.
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Upgradeable Smart Contract Governance Development
We build secure, modular, and gas-optimized governance systems for DAOs and DeFi protocols. Our upgradeable smart contracts enable future protocol evolution without sacrificing security or community trust.
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key-features
PRODUCTION-READY MODULES
Core Governance Features We Deliver
03
Proposal Lifecycle Management
End-to-end workflow from proposal creation to execution. Includes quorum thresholds, voting periods, and automated execution upon success.
- Fully on-chain proposal storage and history
- Configurable quorum (e.g., 4% of supply) and voting delay
- Failed proposals are automatically closed and archived
04
Emergency Security Council
A multi-sig fallback mechanism for critical protocol emergencies. Allows for rapid response without bypassing community trust.
- Separate, limited-authority contract
- Requires M-of-N signatures (e.g., 5 of 9)
- Actions are logged and subject to post-mortem governance review
benefits
DELIVERABLES
Business Outcomes for Your Protocol
Our upgradeable governance development delivers concrete, measurable results that secure your protocol's future and accelerate growth.
01
Future-Proof Protocol Architecture
Deploy a modular, upgradeable governance system built on battle-tested patterns like OpenZeppelin's Transparent Proxy and UUPS. Mitigate technical debt and adapt to market changes without costly redeployments.
Zero
Protocol Migrations
100%
State Preservation
02
Reduced Time-to-Market
Leverage our pre-audited governance templates and deployment frameworks. Go from specification to a live, audited mainnet deployment in weeks, not months, while maintaining full customizability.
< 4 weeks
To Mainnet
80%
Faster Development
04
Optimized Gas & Execution Costs
Governance logic is optimized for gas efficiency, reducing the cost of proposal creation and voting for your community. We benchmark against industry standards to ensure cost-effective operation.
40-60%
Lower Proposal Cost
Sub-second
Vote Execution
06
Clear Upgrade Pathways
Establish formalized governance processes for future upgrades, including proposal thresholds, voting periods, and timelocks. Ensure community-led evolution with enforced security checks.
48-72h
Standard Timelock
Defined
Upgrade SLA
Strategic Decision Analysis
Build vs. Buy: Custom Governance Development
A detailed comparison of the time, cost, and risk involved in developing upgradeable governance systems in-house versus partnering with Chainscore Labs.
| Key Factor | Build In-House | Out-of-the-Box Template | Chainscore Custom Development |
|---|---|---|---|
Time to Production | 4-9 months | 2-4 weeks | 6-10 weeks |
Initial Development Cost | $120K - $300K+ | $5K - $20K | $45K - $120K |
Security & Audit Status | Unaudited, High Risk | Community-Audited, Medium Risk | Formally Audited, Low Risk |
Custom Logic & Flexibility | Full Control | Limited to Template | Tailored to Your DAO |
Upgrade Pattern Expertise | Must Learn In-House | Provided by Vendor | Our Core Expertise |
Ongoing Maintenance Burden | Full Internal Responsibility | Vendor-Dependent Updates | Optional SLA with 24/7 Support |
Total Cost of Ownership (Year 1) | $200K - $500K+ | $25K - $50K | $65K - $175K |
Integration with Existing Stack | Custom, Complex | May Require Workarounds | Seamless, Designed to Fit |
how-we-deliver
METHODOLOGY
Our Development Process
A structured, security-first approach to building robust, upgradeable governance systems that minimize risk and accelerate your time-to-market.
01
Architecture & Design
We design modular governance architectures using established patterns like OpenZeppelin's TransparentUpgradeableProxy. This ensures clear separation between logic and data, enabling safe, controlled upgrades without disrupting your protocol's state.
OpenZeppelin
Standard Patterns
Modular
Design Principle
02
Smart Contract Development
Our engineers write clean, gas-optimized Solidity (0.8.x+) for all governance components—from token-based voting to multi-sig timelocks. Every line is written with upgradeability and security as the primary constraints.
Solidity 0.8+
Language
Gas-Optimized
Focus
03
Security & Audit Preparation
We conduct rigorous internal reviews, static analysis, and unit/integration testing to prepare your code for external audit. We structure contracts to meet the scrutiny of top firms like CertiK or Quantstamp.
Full Test Suite
Coverage
Audit-Ready
Deliverable
04
Deployment & Governance Setup
We manage the secure deployment of proxy contracts, initialize governance parameters, and transfer control to your designated multi-sig or DAO. We provide clear documentation for all admin functions and upgrade procedures.
Multi-Sig Handoff
Final Step
Full Docs
Included
tech-stack
SECURITY & INTEROPERABILITY
Technology & Protocol Standards
We build upgradeable governance systems on established, audited standards to ensure security, reduce technical debt, and future-proof your protocol.
Transparent Development Roadmap
Typical Project Timeline & Deliverables
A clear breakdown of our phased approach to delivering a secure, upgradeable governance system, from initial architecture to post-launch support.
| Phase & Deliverables | Starter (4-6 Weeks) | Professional (6-10 Weeks) | Enterprise (10-16 Weeks) |
|---|---|---|---|
Initial Architecture & Design | Governance model spec | Model spec + upgrade strategy | Full technical design document |
Core Governance Contracts | DAO & basic voting | DAO, voting, treasury, timelock | Multi-chain governance with custom modules |
Upgradeability Framework | Transparent proxy pattern | UUPS or Beacon pattern | Custom hybrid pattern with rollback |
Security Audit | Internal review | Third-party audit (1 firm) | Third-party audit (2+ firms) + formal verification |
Testnet Deployment & Testing | Basic functionality tests | Comprehensive test suite & simulations | Full staging environment with load testing |
Mainnet Deployment Support | Deployment scripts | Guided deployment & verification | Managed deployment with multi-sig setup |
Documentation | Technical README | User guide & developer docs | Full SDK, API docs, and integration guides |
Post-Launch Support | 30-day warranty | 3-month support & monitoring | 12-month SLA with dedicated engineer |
Upgradeable Governance
Frequently Asked Questions
Get clear answers on our process, security, and timelines for building secure, future-proof governance systems.
We follow a structured 4-phase methodology: 1) Architecture & Design (1-2 weeks): We workshop your governance model, tokenomics, and upgrade paths. 2) Smart Contract Development (2-4 weeks): We build and unit test the core contracts (Governor, Timelock, Proxy) using OpenZeppelin standards. 3) Security & Testing (1-2 weeks): Comprehensive internal audits, integration tests, and testnet deployment. 4) Deployment & Handoff (1 week): Mainnet deployment, documentation, and team training. This ensures a predictable, transparent timeline.
Transparent Development Process
Technical Architecture Deep Dive
Understand the technical rigor, security-first approach, and clear timeline behind our upgradeable governance contract development.
A standard upgradeable governance system with core features (proposal lifecycle, voting, timelock) is delivered in 2-4 weeks. Complex multi-chain deployments or custom voting mechanisms (e.g., quadratic, conviction) extend to 6-8 weeks. We provide a detailed sprint plan within the first 3 days of engagement.
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Protocols Shipped
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TVL Overall