The Committee was encouraged by the speed with which the alternative construction technology could assist in the eradication of mud schools and other unsafe structures. However, the Committee raised concerns about the manner in which technology did not fulfil the requirement of the EPWP in the creation of job opportunities of longer duration as well as skills transfer. The Committee requested that a balance be made whereby technology would assist in providing efficient service delivery, while at the same time addressing the issues of job creation, skills development and poverty alleviation.