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Select and validate pricing model for PRD v0.3 Commercial Model. Triggers on requests to set pricing, choose monetization model, design pricing tiers, validate willingness to pay, or when user asks "how much should we charge?", "what pricing model?", "freemium vs paid?", "how to structure tiers?", "price point?". Consumes Competitive Landscape (CFD-) and Product Type (BR-) from v0.2. Outputs BR- entries for pricing rules, tier boundaries, and competitive positioning.

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Pricing Model Selection

Position in HORIZON workflow: v0.2 Product Type Classification → v0.3 Pricing Model Selection → v0.3 Moat Articulation

Consumes

This skill requires prior work from v0.2-v0.3:

BR-* product type entry (from Product Type Classification) — Determines which pricing model makes sense
CFD-* competitive intelligence entries (from Competitive Landscape Mapping) — Competitor pricing, WTP signals
BR-* moat entries (from Moat Definition, parallel v0.3 work) — Price as potential moat element
KPI-* outcome entries (from Outcome Definition, parallel v0.3 work) — Success metrics tied to pricing
Cost structure estimates (from own analysis) — Unit economics to validate price floors

This skill assumes v0.2 competitive analysis is complete and product type is defined.

Produces

This skill creates/updates:

BR-PRC-* entries (pricing constraints) — Rules governing price floors, ceilings, discounts
BR-PKG-* entries (packaging rules) — Tier boundaries and feature gates
BR-CMP-* entries (competitive positioning) — Price anchor targets and undercut thresholds
Pricing model artifact — Named decision: "We will use [Model] because [evidence]" with tier definitions

All BR pricing entries should include:

confidence: 2-3/5 (based on WTP evidence tier and competitor benchmarks, not assumptions)
Evidence source (competitor pricing, customer interviews, cost structure)
Forward target: "Would move to 4/5 if real customers validate WTP"

Example pricing rule entry:

BR-PRC-001: Entry Price Floor

Rule: Entry tier never below $15/mo (annual) or $19/mo (monthly)
Confidence: 2/5 (source: CAC-estimate + competitor-benchmarks)
Rationale: Below $15/mo, CAC payback exceeds 6 months, unsustainable
Enforcement: Stripe product configuration, pricing page, contract templates
Evidence:
  - CFD-042 (competitor pricing): Similar tools start at $15-25/mo
  - KPI-001 (outcome): CAC estimate $45, need 3-month payback = $15/mo minimum
Enforcement: Set in Stripe, document in pricing page, enforce in sales contracts
Exception: Founding customer 50% discount (must be approved by founder)
Next Target: "Would move to 4/5 if 5+ paying customers validate willingness at $15/mo"

---

BR-CMP-002: Competitive Undercut Threshold

Rule: Maintain ≥50% savings vs [Competitor Name] at SMB level (5 users)
Confidence: 3/5 (source: competitor-pricing + 2-SMB-interviews)
Rationale: Price advantage is core differentiator for SMB segment (per product type: UNDERCUT)
Enforcement: Quarterly competitive price audit; triggers price review if competitor drops
Evidence:
  - BR-001 (product type: Undercut)
  - CFD-015 (value hypothesis): SMB would save $12,500/year at target price
  - CFD-042 (competitor pricing): Competitor at $30/user/mo = $1,800/year for SMB
Exception: If competitor drops price, floor (BR-PRC-001) takes precedence
Next Target: "Would move to 4/5 if SMB cohort pays premium for our service over incumbent"

Core Principle

Pricing follows value timing: When and how customers receive value determines the pricing model. Don't copy competitors without understanding their value delivery pattern.

Pricing Model × Product Type Matrix

Product Type	Typical Model	Why It Fits	Anti-Model (Avoid)
Fast Follow	Match market structure	Users expect familiar pricing	Premium positioning (no differentiation)
Undercut	Flat rate, aggressive discount	Price IS the value prop	Per-user (negates savings)
Clone	Parity or slight discount	Must compete on terms users know	Innovation pricing (confuses buyers)
Slice	Usage-based or ecosystem-tied	Value tied to platform activity	Flat fee (misaligned with usage)
Wrapper	Per-integration or usage	Value = connections made	Per-seat (value isn't user count)
Innovation	Value-based, potentially premium	Funds education, signals quality	Race to bottom (devalues category)

Value Timing → Model Selection

Ask: When does the customer get value?

Value Pattern	Recommended Model	Examples
Continuous recurring	Subscription (monthly/annual)	SaaS tools used daily
Per-transaction	Usage-based	API calls, exports, generations
One-time outcome	One-time fee or lifetime	Logo design, course completion
Milestone-based	Tiered + upsell triggers	Features unlock as needs grow

Competitive Anchoring Decision Tree

1. Do competitors use per-user pricing?
   ├─ YES → Calculate "SMB penalty" (5-user annual cost)
   │   └─ Flat pricing at 50%+ savings = strong positioning
   └─ NO → Match model, differentiate on value/features

2. Is competitor pricing transparent?
   ├─ YES (Tier 1) → Use as direct anchor
   └─ NO ("Contact sales") → Find proxy or G2/Capterra estimates

3. Should we undercut, match, or go premium?
   ├─ Undercut: When we're simpler/niche and can sustain margins
   ├─ Match: When competing on features, not price
   └─ Premium: Only with clear, provable differentiation

SMB Penalty Calculation

Per-user pricing penalizes SMBs with larger teams. Calculate the arbitrage:

Competitor: $30/user/mo
SMB with 5 users: $30 × 5 × 12 = $1,800/year

Our flat rate: $99/year
Savings: ($1,800 - $99) / $1,800 = 94%
Headline: "94% less than [Competitor] for teams of 5"

Rule: If savings exceed 70%, lead with price in positioning.

WTP Validation Hierarchy

Tier	Method	Confidence	When to Use
1 (Highest)	Actual purchase, payment collected	95%+	Post-MVP, real customers
2	Pre-order, payment intent, trial→paid	70-85%	Landing page tests
3	Email signup at stated price	50-65%	Smoke tests
4	Survey, interview ("would you pay X?")	25-40%	Early exploration only
5 (Lowest)	Assumption, gut feel	<20%	Never use alone

Gate rule: Tier 1-2 evidence required before locking pricing. Tier 4-5 only for hypothesis generation.

Free Tier Design Rules

Only include a free tier if it serves a strategic purpose:

Purpose	Free Tier Design	Example
Viral acquisition	Generous + sharing incentive	Dropbox referral
Product-led growth	Useful enough to hook, limited enough to upgrade	Notion personal
Market education	Demo the category value	New category tools
Usage seeding	Get data/content, charge for output	Canva designs

Anti-patterns:

Free tier that satisfies most users (no upgrade trigger)
Free tier that requires support (costs without revenue)
"Free forever" for unlimited users (cannibalizes paid)

Rule: Every free tier needs a clear upgrade trigger tied to value moment.

Tier Design Framework

Structure tiers around value events, not feature count:

Tier	Purpose	Design Principle
Free/Trial	Hook and demonstrate value	First win in <5 minutes
Entry/Starter	Convert to paying	Lowest price that sustains business
Pro/Growth	Capture value from power users	Features that scale with success
Enterprise	Custom needs, high touch	SLAs, SSO, dedicated support

Tier boundary rules:

Entry price = CAC payback in ≤3 months
Pro upgrade trigger = clear usage milestone (not feature gate)
Enterprise = only if you can support it (don't fake it)

BR- Output Format

Create pricing BR- entries using this structure:

BR-PRC-XXX: [Rule Name]
Rule: [Imperative statement — what MUST happen]
Rationale: [Business driver — why this rule exists]
Enforcement: [Where enforced — code, contract, process]
Evidence: [WTP validation, competitor anchor, cost structure]
Exception: [Override conditions and approver]

BR- Categories

Prefix	Category	Example Rules
`BR-PRC-`	Price constraints	Price floor, ceiling, discount cap
`BR-PKG-`	Packaging rules	Tier boundaries, feature gates
`BR-CMP-`	Competitive positioning	Anchor target, undercut threshold

Example BR- Entries

BR-PRC-001: Entry Price Floor
Rule: Entry tier never below $15/mo (annual) or $19/mo (monthly)
Rationale: Below $15/mo, CAC payback exceeds 6 months
Enforcement: Stripe product configuration, pricing page
Evidence: CAC estimate $45, need 3-month payback
Exception: Founding customer 50% discount (Matt approval)

BR-PKG-002: Free Tier Upgrade Trigger
Rule: Free tier limited to 50 [units]; show upgrade at 40 (80%)
Rationale: Create natural upgrade moment without frustration
Enforcement: Usage tracking + UI prompt at threshold
Evidence: CFD-XXX shows competitors gate at 25-100 units
Exception: None — critical for conversion funnel

BR-CMP-003: Competitive Price Anchor
Rule: Maintain ≥50% savings vs [Competitor] at 5-user level
Rationale: Price advantage is core differentiator for SMB segment
Enforcement: Quarterly competitive price review
Evidence: CFD-XXX (competitor pricing); BR-001 (product type: Undercut)
Exception: If competitor drops price, floor takes precedence

Anti-Patterns to Avoid

Don't	Do Instead
Copy competitor pricing blindly	Understand their value timing and cost structure
Innovation product at Fast Follow price	Price for value, not market incumbents
Free tier without upgrade trigger	Define clear conversion moment
Discount to win deals	Maintain price integrity, add value
Change pricing weekly	Set, validate, iterate quarterly
Gut-feel price points	WTP validation (Tier 1-2 evidence)

Validation Workflow

Before locking pricing:

Calculate cost floor: What's minimum price for positive unit economics?
Identify anchor: What do customers pay today? (competitor or workaround)
Design tiers: Entry + Pro minimum; free only if strategic
Test WTP: Landing page with price, measure signup conversion
Lock BR- entries: Document as enforceable rules

Output Requirements

Before advancing to Moat Articulation:

Pricing model selected with rationale (ties to product type)
Price anchor identified (CFD- reference)
Entry price point defined with unit economics check
Tier boundaries defined (or "no tiers" justified)
Free tier decision documented (yes + trigger, or no + why)
WTP validation plan created (even if not yet executed)
≥3 BR-PRC/PKG/CMP entries created

Downstream Connections

Consumer	What It Uses	Example
v0.3 Moat Articulation	Price as moat element	"Price leadership" defense
v0.5 Red Team	Pricing risk assessment	"What if competitor undercuts?"
v0.9 Unit Economics	Price inputs to CAC/LTV	Revenue per customer calculation
GTM Strategy	Pricing messaging	"91% less than [Competitor]"

Detailed References

Good/bad examples: See references/examples.md
BR- template worksheet: See assets/br-pricing.md

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description: Select and validate pricing model for PRD v0.3 Commercial Model. Triggers on requests to set pricing, choose monetization model, design pricing tiers, validate willingness to pay, or when user asks "how much should we charge?", "what pricing model?", "freemium vs paid?", "how to structure tiers?", "price point?". Consumes Competitive Landscape (CFD-) and Product Type (BR-) from v0.2. Outputs BR- entries for pricing rules, tier boundaries, and competitive positioning.
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name: prd-v03-pricing-model
description: Select and validate pricing model for PRD v0.3 Commercial Model. Triggers on requests to set pricing, choose monetization model, design pricing tiers, validate willingness to pay, or when user asks "how much should we charge?", "what pricing model?", "freemium vs paid?", "how to structure tiers?", "price point?". Consumes Competitive Landscape (CFD-) and Product Type (BR-) from v0.2. Outputs BR- entries for pricing rules, tier boundaries, and competitive positioning.
context: fork
allowed-tools:
  - Read
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---

# Pricing Model Selection

Position in HORIZON workflow: v0.2 Product Type Classification → **v0.3 Pricing Model Selection** → v0.3 Moat Articulation

## Consumes

This skill requires prior work from v0.2-v0.3:

- **BR-\* product type entry** (from Product Type Classification) — Determines which pricing model makes sense
- **CFD-\* competitive intelligence entries** (from Competitive Landscape Mapping) — Competitor pricing, WTP signals
- **BR-\* moat entries** (from Moat Definition, parallel v0.3 work) — Price as potential moat element
- **KPI-\* outcome entries** (from Outcome Definition, parallel v0.3 work) — Success metrics tied to pricing
- **Cost structure estimates** (from own analysis) — Unit economics to validate price floors

This skill assumes v0.2 competitive analysis is complete and product type is defined.

## Produces

This skill creates/updates:

- **BR-PRC-\* entries** (pricing constraints) — Rules governing price floors, ceilings, discounts
- **BR-PKG-\* entries** (packaging rules) — Tier boundaries and feature gates
- **BR-CMP-\* entries** (competitive positioning) — Price anchor targets and undercut thresholds
- **Pricing model artifact** — Named decision: "We will use [Model] because [evidence]" with tier definitions

All BR pricing entries should include:
- `confidence: 2-3/5` (based on WTP evidence tier and competitor benchmarks, not assumptions)
- Evidence source (competitor pricing, customer interviews, cost structure)
- Forward target: "Would move to 4/5 if real customers validate WTP"

Example pricing rule entry:
```markdown
BR-PRC-001: Entry Price Floor

Rule: Entry tier never below $15/mo (annual) or $19/mo (monthly)
Confidence: 2/5 (source: CAC-estimate + competitor-benchmarks)
Rationale: Below $15/mo, CAC payback exceeds 6 months, unsustainable
Enforcement: Stripe product configuration, pricing page, contract templates
Evidence:
  - CFD-042 (competitor pricing): Similar tools start at $15-25/mo
  - KPI-001 (outcome): CAC estimate $45, need 3-month payback = $15/mo minimum
Enforcement: Set in Stripe, document in pricing page, enforce in sales contracts
Exception: Founding customer 50% discount (must be approved by founder)
Next Target: "Would move to 4/5 if 5+ paying customers validate willingness at $15/mo"

---

BR-CMP-002: Competitive Undercut Threshold

Rule: Maintain ≥50% savings vs [Competitor Name] at SMB level (5 users)
Confidence: 3/5 (source: competitor-pricing + 2-SMB-interviews)
Rationale: Price advantage is core differentiator for SMB segment (per product type: UNDERCUT)
Enforcement: Quarterly competitive price audit; triggers price review if competitor drops
Evidence:
  - BR-001 (product type: Undercut)
  - CFD-015 (value hypothesis): SMB would save $12,500/year at target price
  - CFD-042 (competitor pricing): Competitor at $30/user/mo = $1,800/year for SMB
Exception: If competitor drops price, floor (BR-PRC-001) takes precedence
Next Target: "Would move to 4/5 if SMB cohort pays premium for our service over incumbent"
```

## Core Principle

**Pricing follows value timing**: When and how customers receive value determines the pricing model. Don't copy competitors without understanding their value delivery pattern.

## Pricing Model × Product Type Matrix

| Product Type | Typical Model | Why It Fits | Anti-Model (Avoid) |
|--------------|---------------|-------------|-------------------|
| **Fast Follow** | Match market structure | Users expect familiar pricing | Premium positioning (no differentiation) |
| **Undercut** | Flat rate, aggressive discount | Price IS the value prop | Per-user (negates savings) |
| **Clone** | Parity or slight discount | Must compete on terms users know | Innovation pricing (confuses buyers) |
| **Slice** | Usage-based or ecosystem-tied | Value tied to platform activity | Flat fee (misaligned with usage) |
| **Wrapper** | Per-integration or usage | Value = connections made | Per-seat (value isn't user count) |
| **Innovation** | Value-based, potentially premium | Funds education, signals quality | Race to bottom (devalues category) |

## Value Timing → Model Selection

Ask: **When does the customer get value?**

| Value Pattern | Recommended Model | Examples |
|---------------|-------------------|----------|
| Continuous recurring | Subscription (monthly/annual) | SaaS tools used daily |
| Per-transaction | Usage-based | API calls, exports, generations |
| One-time outcome | One-time fee or lifetime | Logo design, course completion |
| Milestone-based | Tiered + upsell triggers | Features unlock as needs grow |

## Competitive Anchoring Decision Tree

```
1. Do competitors use per-user pricing?
   ├─ YES → Calculate "SMB penalty" (5-user annual cost)
   │   └─ Flat pricing at 50%+ savings = strong positioning
   └─ NO → Match model, differentiate on value/features

2. Is competitor pricing transparent?
   ├─ YES (Tier 1) → Use as direct anchor
   └─ NO ("Contact sales") → Find proxy or G2/Capterra estimates

3. Should we undercut, match, or go premium?
   ├─ Undercut: When we're simpler/niche and can sustain margins
   ├─ Match: When competing on features, not price
   └─ Premium: Only with clear, provable differentiation
```

## SMB Penalty Calculation

Per-user pricing penalizes SMBs with larger teams. Calculate the arbitrage:

```
Competitor: $30/user/mo
SMB with 5 users: $30 × 5 × 12 = $1,800/year

Our flat rate: $99/year
Savings: ($1,800 - $99) / $1,800 = 94%
Headline: "94% less than [Competitor] for teams of 5"
```

**Rule**: If savings exceed 70%, lead with price in positioning.

## WTP Validation Hierarchy

| Tier | Method | Confidence | When to Use |
|------|--------|------------|-------------|
| **1 (Highest)** | Actual purchase, payment collected | 95%+ | Post-MVP, real customers |
| **2** | Pre-order, payment intent, trial→paid | 70-85% | Landing page tests |
| **3** | Email signup at stated price | 50-65% | Smoke tests |
| **4** | Survey, interview ("would you pay X?") | 25-40% | Early exploration only |
| **5 (Lowest)** | Assumption, gut feel | <20% | Never use alone |

**Gate rule**: Tier 1-2 evidence required before locking pricing. Tier 4-5 only for hypothesis generation.

## Free Tier Design Rules

Only include a free tier if it serves a strategic purpose:

| Purpose | Free Tier Design | Example |
|---------|------------------|---------|
| **Viral acquisition** | Generous + sharing incentive | Dropbox referral |
| **Product-led growth** | Useful enough to hook, limited enough to upgrade | Notion personal |
| **Market education** | Demo the category value | New category tools |
| **Usage seeding** | Get data/content, charge for output | Canva designs |

**Anti-patterns**:
- Free tier that satisfies most users (no upgrade trigger)
- Free tier that requires support (costs without revenue)
- "Free forever" for unlimited users (cannibalizes paid)

**Rule**: Every free tier needs a clear upgrade trigger tied to value moment.

## Tier Design Framework

Structure tiers around value events, not feature count:

| Tier | Purpose | Design Principle |
|------|---------|------------------|
| **Free/Trial** | Hook and demonstrate value | First win in <5 minutes |
| **Entry/Starter** | Convert to paying | Lowest price that sustains business |
| **Pro/Growth** | Capture value from power users | Features that scale with success |
| **Enterprise** | Custom needs, high touch | SLAs, SSO, dedicated support |

**Tier boundary rules**:
- Entry price = CAC payback in ≤3 months
- Pro upgrade trigger = clear usage milestone (not feature gate)
- Enterprise = only if you can support it (don't fake it)

## BR- Output Format

Create pricing BR- entries using this structure:

```
BR-PRC-XXX: [Rule Name]
Rule: [Imperative statement — what MUST happen]
Rationale: [Business driver — why this rule exists]
Enforcement: [Where enforced — code, contract, process]
Evidence: [WTP validation, competitor anchor, cost structure]
Exception: [Override conditions and approver]
```

### BR- Categories

| Prefix | Category | Example Rules |
|--------|----------|---------------|
| `BR-PRC-` | Price constraints | Price floor, ceiling, discount cap |
| `BR-PKG-` | Packaging rules | Tier boundaries, feature gates |
| `BR-CMP-` | Competitive positioning | Anchor target, undercut threshold |

### Example BR- Entries

```
BR-PRC-001: Entry Price Floor
Rule: Entry tier never below $15/mo (annual) or $19/mo (monthly)
Rationale: Below $15/mo, CAC payback exceeds 6 months
Enforcement: Stripe product configuration, pricing page
Evidence: CAC estimate $45, need 3-month payback
Exception: Founding customer 50% discount (Matt approval)

BR-PKG-002: Free Tier Upgrade Trigger
Rule: Free tier limited to 50 [units]; show upgrade at 40 (80%)
Rationale: Create natural upgrade moment without frustration
Enforcement: Usage tracking + UI prompt at threshold
Evidence: CFD-XXX shows competitors gate at 25-100 units
Exception: None — critical for conversion funnel

BR-CMP-003: Competitive Price Anchor
Rule: Maintain ≥50% savings vs [Competitor] at 5-user level
Rationale: Price advantage is core differentiator for SMB segment
Enforcement: Quarterly competitive price review
Evidence: CFD-XXX (competitor pricing); BR-001 (product type: Undercut)
Exception: If competitor drops price, floor takes precedence
```

## Anti-Patterns to Avoid

| Don't | Do Instead |
|-------|------------|
| Copy competitor pricing blindly | Understand their value timing and cost structure |
| Innovation product at Fast Follow price | Price for value, not market incumbents |
| Free tier without upgrade trigger | Define clear conversion moment |
| Discount to win deals | Maintain price integrity, add value |
| Change pricing weekly | Set, validate, iterate quarterly |
| Gut-feel price points | WTP validation (Tier 1-2 evidence) |

## Validation Workflow

Before locking pricing:

1. **Calculate cost floor**: What's minimum price for positive unit economics?
2. **Identify anchor**: What do customers pay today? (competitor or workaround)
3. **Design tiers**: Entry + Pro minimum; free only if strategic
4. **Test WTP**: Landing page with price, measure signup conversion
5. **Lock BR- entries**: Document as enforceable rules

## Output Requirements

Before advancing to Moat Articulation:

- [ ] Pricing model selected with rationale (ties to product type)
- [ ] Price anchor identified (CFD- reference)
- [ ] Entry price point defined with unit economics check
- [ ] Tier boundaries defined (or "no tiers" justified)
- [ ] Free tier decision documented (yes + trigger, or no + why)
- [ ] WTP validation plan created (even if not yet executed)
- [ ] ≥3 BR-PRC/PKG/CMP entries created

## Downstream Connections

| Consumer | What It Uses | Example |
|----------|--------------|---------|
| **v0.3 Moat Articulation** | Price as moat element | "Price leadership" defense |
| **v0.5 Red Team** | Pricing risk assessment | "What if competitor undercuts?" |
| **v0.9 Unit Economics** | Price inputs to CAC/LTV | Revenue per customer calculation |
| **GTM Strategy** | Pricing messaging | "91% less than [Competitor]" |

## Detailed References

- **Good/bad examples**: See `references/examples.md`
- **BR- template worksheet**: See `assets/br-pricing.md`

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