I think PICS are interesting and probably easier IF you know how to use them. I am new to electronics, and it is difficult to order the right parts and get them to work from a diagram that you get from somewhere on the internet! Lots of trial and error. I am having success and learning on the way.
As for the project I am working on, I am trying to develop a product to get to market ASAP. I dont think I can afford the learniung curve right now. If I had the resources, I would hire someone to design all this stuff. Unfortunately, I dont.
As of right now I will stick to what is working to get a few out there. Then some marketing , web site, fixing glitches, etc.... When the time permits, I will look into PICS. No harm in suggesting them.
And let me add , thanks for all the help.