Why are not suggestions on the GeoReference forum monitored?
The main reason is that all Manifold users can write directly to sales@manifold.net but only a small minority of Manifold users participate in Internet forums. By having one mechanism for intake, that of mail sent to sales, we can assure all users equal status in making suggestions and guiding the evolution of Manifold. This policy also reserves for the forum the freedom of having informal conversations and “thinking out loud” before sending in a suggestion. Quite a few suggestions for “new features” will turn out to be simply a lack of experience and not realizing those capabilities are already in the product. Testing out such ideas in the forum is a good way for new users to benefit from the knowledge of their more experienced colleagues.
