Inputs from eminent experts in the public and private sector were also taken into account as part of the consultative process. In essence, it found that while some computerisation efforts had already been made at Panchayat level by States like Gujarat, West Bengal, Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Goa, these attempts were limited as they were driven by short term goals and were unable to completely transform Panchayats due to lack of a holistic perspective. It was felt that a more comprehensive approach was required to make a cognisable impact on the functioning of the Panchayats for the benefit of the citizens.
During the consultative process, inputs were gathered from leading experts in both public and private sectors. The study found that while some computerization projects had been implemented at the Panchayat level by states like Gujarat, West Bengal, Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Goa, these efforts were constrained because they were motivated by short-term objectives and could not fully reform Panchayats due to a lack of a holistic viewpoint. It was thought that a more comprehensive strategy would be needed to make a significant difference in the operation of the Panchayats for the benefit of citizens.