I don't think it is easier at all. Have factory foreman snap a pic and email it seconds later. I think for XM they are really keen to show progress pics as they are usually doing something to positively respond to customer concerns. I definitely think that sideshow should be showing more production examples of their statues, but they won't because there is always a chance that the production piece is not up to par with the prototype. WHere showing nothing is safe, but less professional imho.