Yes, I don't really see the value here. It's something I can easily produce using InDesign templates and do so on a regular basis.
Most don't enjoy having their assets available online.
But there is on brand we do it for - and the files are hosted on Hightail - where in the supplied PDF you can click on the image assets that are in situ and it brings to you Hightail - where you login to access the asset.
Our clients prefer a PDF format as it means they can print it out - and distribute the documents to various designers.
And it's a one-time cost.
What you're basically offering is a Digital Library with some branding guidelines.
Which is something we offer free of charge and part of the process.
I also have a backend solution for print on demand for customers where they can login to their own branded experience.
They can pick a template, pick images from their Assets, the styles and sizes are all locked down. the correct logo is applied depending on the usage.
It's really smart system, and our client can just login, create a poster, a brochure, update some text, change images, select logos etc. and once they finish it there's a hierarchical approval system which they use. Once it's approved they get a PDF they can use internally - and a PDF with correct print settings are automatically sent to the printers.
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What I'm seeing here is probably a very basic version of what we already have for clients.
I'm not saying it's bad or anything. But I'm struggling to understand why I'd use something basic like this when there's other more fully fleshed systems out there.
A quick search already finds similar products in your space that are more advanced.
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I do applaud your efforts and it's a good move - I'm just wondering if it would make me want to switch over to your services
And I'm struggling with that.
