On 25/03/17 16:25, David G. Johnston wrote:
>
> One constraint is that the current email based flow cannot be
> disrupted. Adding on a fully integrated forum-like GUI does have some
> demand. I don't see it being met if the it needs to be custom
> written. Therefore, do you have any suggestions and examples of
> communities using such a system?
>
> As it stands we have a kind of read-only forum in our archives. It
> would be nice if there were a form at the bottom of the page that
> would let you post - or even "send email to me so I can respond".
>
> In short, there is always room for usability improvements. You'll get
> a better response if you focus on those since and explain why.
>
> David J.
google groups would support both methods of access imho
I'm not suggesting its a good thing - perfectly happy with just email
myself and searching the list archives if need be.
Becomming reliant on a third-party host is a non-starter. Nothing about the present system is so deficient that status-quo would be a less appealing option.
David J.
