"When clocks mismatch, this protocol defines the bridge: which clock wins, what evidence rules."
Companion to Protocol 046. When mismatches occur, the synchronization protocol defines: (a) primary clock per event type; (b) reversal/correction entry rules; (c) communication to affected parties; (d) Truth Ledger annotation. Designed to keep all clocks honest without forcing them to align.
Sealed: 20 October 2025·Owner: Tech Lead · Sovereign Architect·Weight: Operational · Medium
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Sync rules
<48h
Bridge window
100%
Annotated
Signature Diagram · CYCLE
📝 Real Example · Numbers · Names
In the field
04 April 2026 dispute (above): primary clock = real-time, reversal posted to T+2 accounting on 05 April, regulator notified in standard quarterly report (06 July), narrative impact noted in next annual review. All clocks honest.
▸ Triggers · When This Fires
Mismatch identified by Protocol 046
Quarter-close with open ledger items
Annual narrative reconciliation
⚠ Consequence · If Broken
Without sync, cross-clock events become legal disputes. With sync, they become routine corrections. Critical for scaled operations across multiple time horizons.
Companion to Protocol 046. When mismatches occur, the synchronization protocol defines: (a) primary clock per event type; (b) reversal/correction entry rules; (c) communication to affected parties; (d) Truth Ledger annotation. Designed to keep all clocks honest without forcing th…