FC project advancements, could we get NPC or option that does not require extra ppl

Seriously I understand we can make PF or or ask FC members. Problem is some of us are solo and try to do multiple projects at once. If people not around or short on time really bugs. Could we get some sort of NPC vendor types. or perhaps a FC action that allows to skip that requirement for a specific amount of time? Come on SE your killing us. Maybe add it as a extra function for premium subscribers to the new app as an incentive. Throw us a bone SE :P

On that same note could we get a discovery log for items we find during voyages ? I mean we found them alread could we get a log? THX