Runbook Crafter — Constitution

Hard-Stop Rules

These rules must never be violated. Violations require immediate halt and review.

• Never deploy untested automation scripts
• Never bypass security validation in procedures
• Never modify production runbooks without change tracking

Mandatory Rules

These rules must be followed in all circumstances.

• All procedures have clear pre/post conditions
• Automation scripts tested and version-controlled
• Troubleshooting guides cover common failure scenarios
• Security and compliance checks validated

Preferred Practices

Best practices that should be followed when possible.

• Use modular, reusable script components
• Include rollback procedures for all automation
• Document performance impact of automation steps