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DAO Governance Risk Assessment

We audit and model the failure modes of your automated governance processes, providing concrete mitigation strategies and circuit breakers for high-value execution paths.
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FULL-STACK ENGINEERING

Custom Blockchain Development

End-to-end blockchain application development from smart contracts to user interfaces.

We architect and build production-grade decentralized applications. Our full-cycle development delivers a complete, audited, and deployable product—not just a proof-of-concept. We specialize in DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, and enterprise-grade dApps.

From a 2-week MVP to a multi-chain ecosystem, we own the entire technical delivery so you can focus on your business.

  • Smart Contract Suite: Solidity/Rust development with OpenZeppelin standards, comprehensive testing, and formal verification.
  • Frontend & Backend: React/Next.js dApp interfaces, secure Node.js indexers, and real-time data pipelines.
  • Infrastructure & DevOps: Multi-chain deployment, CI/CD for smart contracts, and 24/7 monitoring with 99.9% uptime SLAs.
  • Security First: Every project includes third-party audits from firms like CertiK or Quantstamp before mainnet launch.
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PROVEN FRAMEWORK

Our Governance Risk Assessment Methodology

A systematic, four-phase approach to identify, quantify, and mitigate critical vulnerabilities in your DAO's governance structure, ensuring resilience and long-term viability.

01

Phase 1: Architecture & Smart Contract Audit

We conduct a deep technical audit of your governance smart contracts (GovernorAlpha/OpenZeppelin, Compound-style) and treasury management modules. Our analysis focuses on vote manipulation, proposal lifecycle flaws, and privilege escalation risks.

150+
Security Checks
OZ Standards
Compliance
02

Phase 2: Tokenomics & Incentive Analysis

We model your token distribution, voting power concentration, and delegation mechanics to identify Sybil attack vectors, voter apathy risks, and incentive misalignments that could lead to governance capture.

Gini Coefficient
Power Analysis
Simulation Models
Attack Testing
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Phase 3: Process & Operational Review

We evaluate your proposal submission workflow, voting parameters (quorum, threshold, timelocks), and multi-sig configurations. This identifies bottlenecks and centralization risks in day-to-day operations.

< 48h
Proposal Review
SLA Monitoring
Process Gaps
04

Phase 4: Risk Scoring & Actionable Report

You receive a prioritized risk matrix with CVSS-style scoring (Critical/High/Medium/Low) and a clear remediation roadmap. This includes specific code patches, parameter adjustments, and process improvements.

Executive Summary
For Leadership
Technical Appendix
For Developers
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DELIVERABLES

Outcomes: Secure, Resilient Governance

Our DAO Governance Risk Assessment provides actionable intelligence, not just a report. We deliver a clear roadmap to mitigate vulnerabilities and build a foundation for long-term operational security and community trust.

01

Comprehensive Risk Matrix

Receive a prioritized vulnerability matrix covering smart contract logic, treasury management, voting mechanisms, and social engineering vectors. We quantify risk impact and likelihood for clear mitigation planning.

50+
Risk Vectors Scored
CVSS 3.0
Scoring Framework
02

Smart Contract Security Audit

In-depth review of your governance contracts (e.g., GovernorAlpha/Omega, Timelock, Token) by our senior Solidity engineers. Includes gas optimization and upgrade path analysis.

100%
Code Coverage
OWASP Top 10
Compliance Check
03

Governance Process Hardening

Analysis and recommendations for proposal lifecycle, quorum settings, veto powers, and emergency procedures to prevent deadlocks, whale dominance, and protocol capture.

< 72h
Emergency Response Plan
Sybil-Resistant
Voting Design
04

Treasury & Multisig Security

Assessment of fund custody, signer policies, and transaction workflows. We provide best practices for Gnosis Safe, multi-chain asset management, and withdrawal limits.

M-of-N
Optimal Signer Setup
SOC 2
Compliance Framework
05

Actionable Remediation Roadmap

A step-by-step implementation guide with severity-based prioritization (Critical, High, Medium). Includes code snippets, configuration changes, and communication templates for your community.

30-60-90 Day
Phased Rollout
Post-Audit Support
Included
06

Compliance & Reporting Package

Formal audit report suitable for investor due diligence and regulatory review. Includes a public executive summary to build trust with your token holders and ecosystem partners.

Legal Review
Ready
On-Chain Proof
Verifiable Findings
Comprehensive Risk Assessment Packages

Deliverables: What You Receive

A detailed breakdown of our DAO Governance Risk Assessment service tiers, from foundational audit to full-spectrum monitoring and rapid response.

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Smart Contract Security Audit

Governance Logic & Parameter Review

Attack Vector Simulation Report

Voter Incentive & Sybil Attack Analysis

Treasury Management Risk Assessment

Comprehensive Remediation Roadmap

High-level

Prioritized

Prioritized with Implementation Support

Post-Audit Consultation Hours

2 hours

8 hours

Unlimited

Critical Issue Response Time SLA

48 hours

24 hours

4 hours

Ongoing Monitoring & Alerting

Quarterly Governance Health Check

Typical Project Timeline

2-3 weeks

3-4 weeks

4-6 weeks

Starting Investment

$15,000

$45,000

Custom Quote

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CORE SERVICE

Smart Contract Development

Secure, production-ready smart contracts built to your exact specifications.

We architect and deploy custom Solidity/Rust smart contracts for DeFi, NFTs, and enterprise applications. Our process delivers audit-ready code in 2-4 weeks, built on battle-tested patterns from OpenZeppelin and Solmate.

  • Security-First: Every contract undergoes static analysis, formal verification, and manual review.
  • Gas Optimization: We achieve up to 40% lower gas costs through efficient storage and logic design.
  • Full-Stack Integration: Contracts are delivered with comprehensive test suites, deployment scripts, and frontend SDKs.

We don't just write code; we deliver a secure, maintainable foundation for your on-chain product.

DAO Governance Risk Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

Get clear answers about our methodology, timeline, and deliverables for securing your decentralized organization.

Our comprehensive assessment delivers a detailed report covering 5 core risk vectors:

  1. Smart Contract Security: Code review of governance contracts (e.g., timelocks, treasuries, voting) against common vulnerabilities.
  2. Governance Process Flaws: Analysis of proposal lifecycle, voting mechanisms, and delegation risks.
  3. Treasury & Financial Controls: Evaluation of multi-sig setups, spending limits, and asset management.
  4. Operational & Key Management Risks: Review of admin key distribution, upgrade processes, and emergency response plans.
  5. Legal & Compliance Posture: High-level analysis of regulatory exposure and entity structure.

Each deliverable includes specific, actionable recommendations prioritized by severity.

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24h Response
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10+
Protocols Shipped
$20M+
TVL Overall
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