Relying on the contribution of troops, equipment, and funds from all Confederation states, coordinating the German Federal Army was very difficult and the small states were heavily reliant on the two German Great Powers of Prussia and Austria, each of whom had their own foreign policy goals independent of the Confederation. With the weakness brought into sharp focus by France's sabre-rattling in the west, calls for further integration in the Confederation gained some strength. Some steps were taken to increase military preparedness and strengthen cooperation.
The German Confederation faced difficulties coordinating its army due to reliance on contributions from all member states, with Prussia and Austria holding significant influence. France's aggressive actions in the west exposed the Confederation's weaknesses, prompting calls for greater unity and collaboration.  Efforts were made to bolster military preparedness and strengthen cooperation among the member states.