Models and templates for documenting negotiation structure
This collection groups neutral reference models that describe common negotiation formats observed in professional settings. Each model isolates participant roles, sequence segments, and typical markers used for annotation. Models are presented as descriptive templates that can be applied to observational transcripts, visual maps, and tabular metadata. The emphasis is on consistent labeling and clear notation so that different reviewers can reproduce annotations without introducing interpretive bias. Visuals prioritize subdued graphite tones and abstract markers to maintain focus on structure rather than persuasive content.
Model taxonomy and templates
The taxonomy groups models by structural patterns so reviewers can select a template that matches an observed interaction. Primary groupings include linear exchange formats, parallel-track negotiations, branching negotiations with conditional branches, and multi-party panels. Each template includes a short definition, a track diagram that shows role alignment across time, and a compact legend that maps notation to descriptor tokens. Templates capture initiation tokens, acknowledgment sequences, proposal forms, request-for-clarification moves, concession markers, and closing sequences. For each token the entry specifies syntactic properties, typical positioning within a sequence, and annotation tags for metadata fields. Templates also include guidance for edge cases where moves overlap or where interruptions occur. The goal is to reduce ambiguity in labeling so that datasets prepared with these templates remain interoperable and consistent for archival analysis.
Notation and visualization conventions
Notation conventions define how sequences are rendered so that visual maps can be read unambiguously. Conventions include a fixed set of marker shapes for move types, a limited palette of graphite shades to indicate role groups, directional arrows for transitions, and layered annotations for timestamps and metadata. Visual layouts often use unconventional grids that place parallel tracks side by side to show concurrent activity, with vertical alignment used to indicate synchronous turns. Legends accompany each diagram and include a short method note that describes assumptions about turn-taking and where inference is permitted. Diagrams are paired with tabular exports that list moves with precise descriptors so that visual and tabular records are cross-referenced. The approach prioritizes clarity and reproducibility rather than visual ornamentation, and it documents limitations where interpretation requires additional contextual data.
Applying models and cross-reference
Models are intended for descriptive use in archival review and comparative work. Each model entry includes a cross-reference table that links marker tokens to sample excerpts in the archive, visual legend entries, and recommended metadata fields for indexing. Cross-references support searching by marker type, role constellation, or sequence segment so that reviewers can locate structurally similar episodes. The repository documents how to record variant forms and how to preserve anonymization when including exemplars. Models also note circumstances where the template is not sufficient and recommend a fallback descriptive label to avoid forcing misclassification. A short set of reproducibility notes accompanies each model so that independent reviewers can apply the same steps when preparing annotations or diagrams for inclusion in shared datasets.
Template library
Compact diagrams and downloadable templates for common negotiation structures.
Legend catalog
Standardized markers, role palettes, and transition notations used across models.
Cross-reference index
Index linking markers to anonymized archive excerpts for representative sampling.