The variation in conditions described above is a natural and unavoidable characteristic of locally administered programs in NYS. If a technology initiative such as this is to yield the desired outcomes, it must be adapted to local conditions, as was the case here. The resulting mix of strategies and adaptations presents serious challenges to an assessment effort, since so many factors can influence the outcomes, both positively and negatively. In spite of these challenging conditions, the results presented in the following sections do show a largely positive picture and suggest that mobile technology is a useful tool for CPS work.