I hear you saying you don't want to discuss this topic, Gene. I sense some irritation. I don't completely understand how this is, but I accept it. Do you have any objection to others of us out here continuing this discussion without you?
One of the reasons I am in favor of an on line system is - that I make mistakes - . This is part of my motivation. Some of my measurers make as many or more mistakes than I.
Any such system does not do away with the checks and balances of our process. In fact, it enables and expedites the process.
If certifiers cannot afford a $65.00 scanner or take a few minutes to purchase one, then I could question whether they can afford $30.00 a year membership dues. That $65.00 scanner will last many years, over which time a lot more than $65.00 will have been paid in dues. If it last 10 years, for example, that's $6.50 a year, not counting the effective discount of at least 25% those of us who itemize their taxes get.
And, Gene, FYI: none of this is intended to or will it do anyone out of a job.