Methodology for SKOCH Digital Transformation Award

We at SKOCH, strive to maintain the highest levels of integrity and confidence for all nominees and awardees. SKOCH Award Methodology as is follows:

A

Well-performing projects are submitted by nominees for evaluation.

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B

First round of vetting and shortlisting is done by SKOCH research analysts.

C

Overall impact is assessed for new projects whereas ongoing projects are evaluated on incremental improvement.

D

Shortlisted projects undergo primary evaluation through a presentation to a Jury of independent and senior domain experts.

E

A simultaneous peer evaluation is conducted by those undertaking similar projects.

F

Each project therefore receives a comprehensive score. A total of these decide state, central and sectoral performances.

G

These projects are put to a popular vote by registered users on the SKOCH web portal.

H

Based on an average score, a cut-off threshold is determined and a second shortlist is derived.

I

Based on the cut-off, the projects qualify for the Semi-Final Order of Merit.

J

The Semi-Finalist nominees are given additional options to participate in fee-based online exhibition and various ICE activities.

K

Field research may be undertaken for select projects to evaluate impact through intervention outcomes and benefits received.

L

All scores are confidential.

Limitations

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1

Ratings and ranks are limited by submissions made by the states and their interest in getting the incremental progress in their governance measured in India’s oldest time-series Governance Index.

2

Our methodology is unique and has been fine-honed over decades of primary and secondary research. The results are not comparable with any other methodology that is either government/multi-lateral or sponsor funded secondary research based indices.

3

Only projects submitted by governments and private sector organisations are rated and recognised. Individuals cannot apply for any personal recognition or rating.

4

Revenue is generated through commercial activites related to Information, Communication and Education (ICE). This includes advertising, exhibitions and sponsorships.

5

No rating or ranking can be determined based on any commercial considerations outside of SKOCH’s stated Methodology and Ethics Policy.