---
id: "rlm_axiom_008"
category: "general"
date: "2026-02-23"
source_file: "rlm_axioms_2026_02_23.jsonl"
---

# rlm_axiom_008

**principle**: Zero-build-until-engagement: never build a full product deliverable (website, integration, feature) until the client is engaged. Demo/preview generation costs pennies. Full build only triggered post-commitment.

**evidence**: Website factory pipeline: demo_site_generator.py creates demo in <1 second with no AI. Full site via website_factory_orchestrator.py only after 14-day trial signup. CAC collapses because build cost is near zero at outreach stage.

**strength**: high
