Ecosystems consist of different layers, which are nested. Individuals are the most granular layer on Guides.co, capturing, consuming and connecting knowledge. Together with peers, HUBs help create focus to get others up to speed quickly, deepen understanding, and uncover new frontiers, for example as a community of practice, team, or business.

Ecosystems on Guides.co emerge from the network of individuals and their communities. As experience informs practices, and vice versa, the most valuable knowledge leads to the emergence of de facto new standards.

Each serves a need or address a problem, and help people navigate a complex life.