I thought I should break this up and ask a process question.
First, my bad for not directing this (or new.net, or a couple others) to
bizops. I read 'discuss' religiously. I only skim bizops every couple weeks
or so. My inclination is that this is a general discussion and that I
wouldn't interrupt anything really serious (I didn't put Cameron on to 'dev'
did I?). Be assured that Ross, Scott, Chuck, Ken, Erol, Rob, Frank, etc. all
would agree this should have been on bizops!
Next, the question. I get asked all the time to offer various apps and
services throught the channel. Rather than figure out what you all may think
of it, I have suggested on a few occasions that they post and get the answer
directly. It is also a great test of character for potential suppliers (have
I told you all lately that I love you!) as well as quite entertaining. So,
is it a good idea or a bad idea?
Please note, we would only offer it if a) you control the customer, b) you
can manage it through the api and c) we can get you a better deal than you
would be able to get yourself.
Now for the hard part. Yes or no answers only! Ok, longer if you must.
