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Jun 2017 - Business Share plans are NOT available any more

abssorb
4: Newbie

Your web site is offering Small Business share plans today.......

http://www.vodafone.co.uk/business/business-mobile-plans/index.htm

 

But they are not available.  I'm trying to get back onto a share after a vodafone mess-up. Guy on phone today said they don't offer sharing plans - I directed him to the web site and  "Oh, maybe they just haven't updated the web site yet".  But I had that exact same conversation 6 weeks ago, I can't accept it takes 6 weeks+ to update a web page.

 

 

 

 I'm having a nightmare here. I have had my business (7 numbers) on a share since Dec 2015.  I was called by a Vodafone rep for a "business review". I said everything was fine, but are there any better tariffs?

 

He told me all about the new roaming possibilities - and we went ahead and changed to a new tariff.  I was emphatic that we must not lose sharing - and it was confirmed, no problem, etc etc.  (I recorded the calls).

 

He messed up and two of the numbers are now outside the share and have had a load of other technical problems.  

I've spent literally hours on 191 trying to solve this, and three times I've gone through to 3rd line support / senior management and had it agreed (again - calls recorded) that this will be fixed.

 

This morning one of the numbers got a text saying it had hit the data limit.  :smileymad:

 

I called 191. Again. Went through the motions. Again.  After 40 mins on the phone, got put through to management team, except it was the upgrade team.  Damn. "Try and put me through please", putting me back to customer services, I got a "Hello" and then they cut me off.

 

What on EARTH is going on?  We've been a vodafone customer for 11 years.   This needs to get fixed. I've a mind to make this very public and publish all the phone calls - It would be quite entertaining, in a farcical way.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Tash
Moderator (Retired)
Moderator (Retired)

Hi @abssorb, I'm sorry to hear of the experience that you've had. 

So we can help with this, I've sent you a private message with details to contact our team. 

While we're not able to deal with Business accounts directly, we'll be able to ensure you're connected to the dedicated team.

Thank you for the PM.  I've been on holiday but I now tried to use it.

The information on "To contact our team directly" took me to a form on an UNENCYPTED page where I was to enter personal details.  It really should be a https: page (with a padlock).  I took the risk, but please feed back somewhere that this is not safe.

 

I typed everything in, and when I hit the button at the bottom it just took me straight to the vodafone home page. No confirmation. Did it work?   I have no idea.  If I try and go back in, it says the code is invalid.

Gemma
Community Manager
Community Manager

@abssorb - I’ve searched for your email via the address you’ve registered to the Community with and nothing’s showing.

If you’ve received an auto reply email with a reference, please let us know what it is (it looks like #123456).

If you’ve not got this, please resend us your details by following the steps in the private message from @Tash

No email received. 

 

When you say.....

"If you’ve not got this, please resend us your details by following the steps in the private message from @Natasha"

 

Re-read what I wrote please. It doesn't work.  I said if If I try and go back in, it says the code is invalid.  Look, this is Natasha's PM:

 

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Natasha
 Moderator  
 ‎03-07-2017 09:39 AM

 

As your query is account specific we’re unable to help you on the Community.

 

To contact our team directly:

 

  • Click here and enter your information. Make sure you click the link to send us your details as we’re unable to respond to private messages.
  • Enter the code <removed> in the box. If any additional characters or spaces are entered the rest of the form won’t appear
  • Include your forum username and a link to your post within the main text box
  • Make sure you include any other info needed to help with your query, including an alternate contact number if necessary

 

There's a character limit of 2500 and the page will time out, so you may want to draft your query elsewhere first and then paste it into the text box.

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So what now vodafone???  What other hoops do I have to jump through?

 

How about Natasha sending ME another PM with a fresh code.   

 

 

Jenny
Moderator (Retired)
Moderator (Retired)

@abssorb - I’m sorry you’re having difficulty with this.

Once the form’s been submitted, you should receive an automated reply via email.

Gemma was referring to the auto reply, so if you’ve not received one, it’s likely the form didn’t submit properly and we’ve not received your details.

I recommend you check your spam/junk folders in case it’s been routed into there.

When you resubmit the form, please make sure the code we provided is entered exactly as written – with no spaces or other characters. I’ve just tested it here and this enters with no error. The code remains the same and is what directs your email into our inbox.

Alternatively, try completing this using a different browser and make sure your email address is manually typed into the box, as copying and pasting can cause issues with the form

Jumping through hoops above is painful.  I still just end up going in a loop.

My account is STILL in a total mess. I'm not getting the services I'm contracted for, I'm still having to put up with the unauthorised mess the original agent created. I'm being overcharged and  I'm being double charged for Spotify.

 

But the reason for my update today..................

 

Since I posted above, 1st July - about a stale business sharing promo on your web site from May 2017. 

You are STILL showing business sharing on your web site.  At the same time your agents are busy saying you do not offer it.

 

This page:

http://www.vodafone.co.uk/business/business-mobile-plans/index.htm

 

Half-way down, see the option "Small Business Shared Data Plans" - clicking leads to.....

http://www.vodafone.co.uk/business/business-mobile-plans/vodafone-business-plus/index.htm

 

Which says - today 22nd Aug 2017:

"Vodafone Business Plus

Sharing data keeps your employees connected with the flexibility they need for success. With Business Plus you can choose how much data you need each month and allocate it between up to 50 of your employees. Each of them also gets unlimited UK minutes and texts.

You’ll also benefit from Worry-free roaming and the support of a Prime Contact – giving you a value-packed and tailored solution."

 

 

So why can't I have it? Even though 3x senior managers have already agreed to restore my account, no-one is delivering.

 

On the same vodafone page, right as the bottom, are 4 icons.....

 

  • We are the connection you can trust
  • We always innovate to keep you one step ahead
  • We deliver on our promises   <<<  Really?????  Let's see this happening!
  • We'll give you service tailored to your business

 

 

 

 

 

Tash
Moderator (Retired)
Moderator (Retired)

@abssorb The data sharer for Business customers can be dependent on your plan and whether it's eligible to share data.

So we can look into this for you, along with your account queries, please follow the steps provided in the private message I sent previously.

To ensure we receive your details, please follow the steps below: 

  • Clear your cache and cookies on the device you're using.
  • Try a different device or send your email using a different web browser.
  • Try an alternative email address.
  • Manually type your email address into the box when prompted, rather than copy and paste and also include the routing code.
  • Ensure your message is under 2500 characters.

Once you receive the reference number (similar to #12345678), please update us and we'll be happy to check on the progress of your email for you.