On Sep 23, 2014, at 10:38 AM, David Huberman <david.huber...@microsoft.com> wrote:
> You're right, of course. If I'm going to advocate that the current "24-month > planning horizon" is good, then I have to defend why ARIN staff looking at > ANY forward-looking data is good for network operations. But doesn't that > also mean those who support looking at backward-facing data also have to > defend that position? The point I'm understanding from your reply is there > is an argument to be made that ARIN should automate parts of the transfer > process to make handling fast and help promote accuracy in Whois (and any > other benefits that come along with automation). And that human review of > business plans and previous use impedes automation. > > Is that the gist of your reply? Or have I misunderstood you? David - I'm not advocating for any approach, but you do get the essence of my reply, i.e. to the extent that a solution for transfer policy involves review of forward-looking business plans, it is inherently a manual process and with significant uncertainty in outcome. A transfer policy mechanism which allows receipt up to a limit based on current holdings provides far more certainty for those who wish to plan for the future, as they can go to market knowing precisely that limit. Yes, it is true that there is still the demonstration of utilization of one's existing blocks, but that has far less variability than assessing speculative forward-looking business plans. Even still, the combination of a specific limit plus the need to show usage of existing address space would provide a meaningful deterrent to speculation (presuming that is seen as the desirable aspect of present transfer policy to be maintained.) If the community feels that review of forward-looking business plans is necessary to provide parties with flexibility in their ability to receive address space, ARIN will continue to do so; I simply wanted to note that that the uncertainty and burden associated with that review and verification is a frequently cited concern with the present transfer policy process. FYI, /John John Curran President and CEO ARIN _______________________________________________ PPML You are receiving this message because you are subscribed to the ARIN Public Policy Mailing List (ARIN-PPML@arin.net). Unsubscribe or manage your mailing list subscription at: http://lists.arin.net/mailman/listinfo/arin-ppml Please contact i...@arin.net if you experience any issues.