Gabriel,
It occurs to me that we don't need to invent a new process here. The
IRTF houses different types of "research" groups:
We don't _have_ to invent new process -- in addition to IRTF
RGs, there's obviously the default option of keeping post-BOF /
pre-WG efforts outside the formal IETF process until they have
reached the bar for full WG approval.
However, the question is what makes sense and what is the
best tool for the task.
We certainly could use RGs too -- and we do. RRG, HIP RG,
etc. However, I think this approach is suitable for groups
that have a significant research component. It seems
less suitable for groups that are merely looking for
a standard in the engineering space. (And I know I'm
spending a lot of time with the new work proposals; I'm not
sure Aaron & co would be so happy to receive new groups
unless they really were about research.)
Jari
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