Community Forums

Hey All

So I know that having community and customer forums as a webhost is common and basic practise in this day and age, however I was wondering what everyones views were in regards to a design company having community forums.

It's something that I'm strongly considering giving a try, however do you feel that the design of the forum reflects the potential of the company it belongs to, or is it just a basic designed place for customers and interested parties to post and share their views, gather information, and communicate?

I'd like as many views on the subject as possible please

Thanks!

Not a good idea IMO.

I don't think it's a good idea either. What's the point? If your customers need support they can ask you directly. For a webhost it's pretty valid because they get tons of support requests and customers often help out other customers. I don't see how this could apply to a design firm.

Don't understand the point of it either....probably wouldn't even get a single post.

I can't see the point of a design company having a community forum. What would be discussed? You could instead do a concise FAQ instead.