Information Kerala Mission (IKM), the flagship e-governance project of the Government of Kerala, is an attempt to strengthen local self-governance through ICT (Information &Communication Technologies) applications. It envisages computerisation and networking of local self government institutions in Kerala. It is the largest and most comprehensive local body computerisation project in the country. It addresses the entire gamut of issues concerning local body governance, decentralized planning, and local economic development. IKM envisages a phased transformation of the existing systems to electronic systems. It has developed methodologies that suit this purpose. IKM has adopted a human-centered approach to e-governance. This approach is characterised by the holistic and proactive evaluation of existing systems and legacy systems, and it attempts to simplify and transform existing systems and the effecting integration of systems. Systematic attempts at process reforms are also part of it. These would enable faster and objective decision-making, more citizen-friendly interfaces and better accountability. IKM methodology places the employees and functionaries at the central stage of this transformation and focuses on their empowerment and capacity building as a mechanism for improving performance. The Software Applications are developed through active participation of the user. Emphasis is placed on demystification of technologies and on establishing adequate technical support systems. Training is given high priority. IKM has taken out extensive pilot deployment of its application suites. With twelve software application suites ready for roll out, IKM is gearing up towards state level implementation in a Build-Transfer-Maintain (BTM) mode.

Website: www.infokerala.org

IKM - Application Softwares:

IKM applications are developed using state-of-the-art technology. All applications have local language interfaces and customised versions for various types of local bodies. They are extremely user-friendly with a very high level of standardisation. The applications have been designed for scalability to handle databases of 1215 local bodies. They rank high on reliability with extremely low failure levels. Security of applications is ensured through multi layer user authentication and mechanisms for regular backup and data security.

• Sulekha : The Plan Monitoring System
  Sulekha helps unsnarl the intricacies of the planning process systematically and professionally....
  
  
• Sevana : Sevana Civil Registrations
  A watchful eye on demographic growth and transformation.....
  
  
• Sevana Pension : Sevana Social Security Schemes
  Widening the reach of the Social Security Net....
  
  
• Sanchitha : Electronic Legal Adviser
  Sanchitha keeping you abreast of laws....
  
  
• Sanchaya : The Revenue Collection System
  Better integration, better targeting, hassle free collection, enhanced revenue....
  
  
• Sachithra : The Map Suite
  Mapping your place along with its land marks, edifices, resources and other endowments....
  
  
• Samoohya : Samoohya Citizen Database
  Establishing one's identity sans ambiguities.....
  
  
• Sahatha and Saankhya : The Accounting Packages
  Good bye to unwieldy ledgers and mind-boggling procedures.....
  
  
• Saankhya KMAM : Double Entry Accounting Package
  Accrual based accounting applications (Kerala Municipal Accounting Manual)...
  
  
• Sthapana : The Application for Establishment
  Safeguards the privileges earnestly and systematically.....
  
  
• Subhadra : The Financial Management system
  For scientific budgeting and better upkeep of records....
  
  
• Soochika : The Work Flow Application
  Facilities faster, accountable and traceable decision making.....
  
  
• Sugama : Estimation
  Preparation of estimate for Engineering Works (Public Works)....
  
  
• Sanketham : Building Permit (KMBR)
  Processing and issuing the Building Permit under Kerala Municipal Building Rules...
  
  
• Sakarma : The Decision Support System
  Facilitating objective and quality decision making with the people in mind....
  
  
• Samveditha : The LSGD Website (www.localgovkerala.net)
  To reach out to the world, to know, to inform, to stimulate debates and to strengthen the civil society....
  
  
• Saphalya : Employment Information System
  Provides Employment Information within each Local Body with particulars of the unemployed and details of opportunities for employment locally and elsewhere....