Why are my product adjustments always missing items?

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses various experiences related to missing items in product shipments and the challenges faced when contacting customer service for adjustments. Participants share their frustrations and recount specific incidents involving product adjustments and interactions with the Home Office (HO).

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, reports consistent issues with missing items over the past few months and expresses frustration with the customer service experience.
  • Another participant shares that they have also faced shipping issues and have opted to handle adjustments through the website for convenience.
  • Several users mention that missing items are a common occurrence, with one participant noting that they avoid contacting HO unless absolutely necessary due to past negative experiences.
  • One participant recounts a situation where a host mistakenly thought items were missing, leading to complications with an adjustment that had already been processed.
  • Another participant describes a problematic experience with a cancelled order that was not properly handled by HO, leading to confusion and frustration.
  • One user suggests contacting a supervisor if faced with rude customer service representatives, while another notes that their recent shows have been better in terms of missing items.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the frequency and handling of missing items, with some participants expressing ongoing frustration while others have found ways to manage the situation more effectively. No clear consensus emerges on the overall effectiveness of customer service.

Contextual Notes

Participants' experiences reflect a range of interactions with HO and the challenges of managing product adjustments, highlighting the variability in service and outcomes.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants experiencing similar issues with product shipments and customer service interactions may find the shared experiences and strategies relevant.

PamperedPrincess74
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:mad: It seems like for the last three months or so , every show I do has one or more items MISSING. I've never had a broken item or even a wrong item, but there seems to ALWAYS be something missing. I always just do the online product adjustment, have the item shipped to my house (or the guests) and it arrives in a few days - no problem. So in March, I did 2 shows - both were missing one item. Then in APril, I did another 2 - this time, three were missing (one from one show and two from another). The can strainer was missing from the first show so I did that adjustment - it was approved immediately and the second show the Jumbo BBQ turner and baster/brush were missing. I did that adjustment and got a message saying they would issue the reference # as soon as the request was approved. Since I usually get the approval immediately, I thought maybe I had done something wrong so I called HO. The girl who took my call was SO rude. I'm not kidding when she acted as though I was LYING or something about the products being missing. (As if I really need a BBQ turner or baster brush THAT bad - GIMME A BREAK!). She really made me feel as though it were MY fault that something was left out of the shipment. I'm SO mad right now!

I don't understand - is there a limit or something on how many adjustments we are allowed??? If that's the case, they need to get their acts together and make sure the shipments are right before they ship out. The last couple times I've called HO for stuff I've gotten NO help at all. Seriously, it's made me reconsider whether or not I want to keep doing this. They are forever messing stuff up which would be OK (if not terribly annoying) if they didn't treat ME as though I was wrong for calling to complain. UGH!
 
I have had many problems with shipping issues. I finally got tired of calling them and started doing my shortages/mistakes over the PC website. It is much easier.

I guess I am used to it, it has been happening since I signed in January, so I just figure this is how they do things (get the orders wrong).
 
It feels like almost every show something is missing off of mine as well. For me it's frustrating, & I understand how you feel.
I also understand about HO, they do have some very rude people. I kept calling my director to tell her about it, and she didn't understand untill yesterday. She took an extended vacation after the PC Cruise, and had 5 adjustments to deal with. She got someone that was upset that she didn't do the adjustsments while she was on vacation. Oh well I avoid HO unless I absolutely have too.
 
If you are having problems with the person on the phone, ask to talk to a supervisor immediately or write an email to the HO to tell them about your experience.

Thankfully my shows lately have been much better, but I had a few months there where every show had something wrong.
 
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So last night the host calls me and tells me that she found the stuff she thought wasn't included. She had accidently given it to the wrong guest. :rolleyes: So I call HO IMMEDIATELY to cancel the adjustment - she assures me that it will be cancelled. I just got an email saying that the adjustment shipped - checked shipping status and Yup - it sure did ship. DOUBLE UGH! If I were a less than honest person, I would totally keep it for all my trouble. :D
 
I had a cancelled order ship. (customer cancelled within 3 hours of placing order, and was told not to worry that it would be cancelled) I even called to confirm that.. They had put a recall on the package and as soon as it was scanned by UPS, it would be sent back to PC. Well I keep tracking the package, and it wasn't being sent back so I called HO again.. and was told to call UPS!! (the guy said that they couldn't do that) I'm thinking WHY NOT you are the PC???? So I ended up calling UPS, and was told that they couldn't put a stop on it until it was at the last place before being on the truck for delivery. And I would have to call back then. Well, it arrived at the final place at like 4:15 in the morn, and then immediately placed on truck, delivered by 10am. I didn't really have time to do anything then. I called HO, and was told by this idiot (didn't know anything) that it isn't even in the computer that the order was cancelled or recalled!!! So I emailed the company, and got a phone call, and then she called the customer... Needless to say my customer is pulling her hair out, because now she is waiting for the UPS man to come get this package. He will be there withing 5 days.. so for 5 days she has to leave this package on her porch and hopefully it gets back to them. The reason she cancelled is b/c the order mistakenly got submitted as an ind. order instead of for the Fundraiser. OH wel... You may want to try and contact UPS, but don't hold your breath on them being able to do anything.:confused:
 
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I'll call UPS and PC when it arrives. I'll leave it here for a couple weeks for them to pick up. If they do great. If not, it's mine and into my "pick" basket they go. Seriously, I've already put more time into this stupid thing than necessary.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my product adjustments always missing items?

There could be several reasons for missing items in your product adjustments. It may be due to inventory discrepancies, data entry errors, or issues with the system syncing. It's important to double-check your records and ensure that all items are properly accounted for.

How can I ensure that my product adjustments are accurate?

To ensure accuracy in your product adjustments, regularly audit your inventory, maintain clear records of all transactions, and use the latest software updates. Additionally, training on the system can help you avoid common mistakes.

What should I do if I notice a pattern of missing items?

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