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The reason the second and third phase often overlap is due to the information requirements presented by the second phase, in which instigators and their collaborators submit a coherent draft for deliberation. Although this phase of research compilation forms part of the proposal phase, it is distinct, going beyond simply compiling the original draft proposal.

The legislative body overseeing the conceptualization of the regulatory process (for example, a government ministry) will begin an independent research initiative aimed at: 1. Identifying the social, business, technological and financial impact of the problem versus the impacts of its proposed solution, and 2. Verifying the information contained in the draft proposal submitted.

During this phase, the proposal will be made accessible to the public for public comment and to industry-members for broad consultation. This may be done through media, workshops, censuses, and publication in governmental articles, such as gazettes.

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