So a client wants a private message board integrated into their site. Honestly, it doesn't need a ton of features just user management, pre-defined boards/categories, the ability to add topics/threads and for the users to contribute to the topics, obviously. As far as admin, just basic gatekeeper roles.
The real challenge is the ability to fully customize and integrate it into the design.
I'd almost to prefer to just create our own system (its a big client with a huge budget) but I believe the general consensus is towards an off the shelf product.
Thoughts? Again, the main issue is design integration. Some wiz-bang user interface options might be nice too.
Mike, are you still involved in SMF stuff? Anyone use anything else?