Redisplay Messages: Compact | Brief | All | Full Show Messages: All | Without Replies| Author: | wyldkat1976  | | Posted: | Jun 30, 2014 09:50 | | Subject: | Re: better NPB rules | | Viewed: | 55 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| As far as I am aware, if the buyer does not respond to the NPB by the date stated
at the top when it is filed, the seller can then complete the NPB and cancel
the order. The NPB then goes automatically as one of their 3 strikes. They don't
have to respond and accept the NPB for this to happen.
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Jun 21, 2014 12:19 | | Subject: | Re: TIME ZONES | | Viewed: | 53 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| In Suggestions, Teup writes:
| | WHAT DO WE WANT?
TIME ZONES!!
WHEN DO WE WANT IT?
18:15 (+1 GMT)!
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No, 17:17 (GMT).....
No sorry wait 17:18....17:19...... I really need to type faster
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Apr 30, 2014 09:25 | | Subject: | Re: Ability to see which batch has been invoiced | | Viewed: | 20 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| When I get an order that is updated, it already shows them as separate batches,
each headed by a line telling you the update date. Unless this has changed in
the last 24 hours, I am not sure where the problem would occur, or am I missing
something?
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Dec 14, 2012 13:04 | | Subject: | Re: Condition to include "smoke smell" as issue | | Viewed: | 34 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| As would a few yellowed bricks and misted windows, the perfect MOC really for
all those parts you don't want!
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Dec 14, 2012 13:03 | | Subject: | Re: Condition to include "smoke smell" as issue | | Viewed: | 37 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| In Suggestions, VMAJ writes:
| | I believe the used parts condition in the terms of service area should include
"smoke smell" as an abnormal issue that would need to be acknowledged by the
seller at point of listing. As we all dislike nicks, and wear that show up when
not expected I certainly do not like the odor of what another does with their
time either. Smoke smell is difficult to remove, and is sometimes impossible
to lift if it has been layered on for an extended period.
Common sense should dictate whether you sell something that stinks or not, but
we live in a world where everything needs to be spelled out, so I believe this
would be wise to implement to hold sellers accountable.
Jim
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On a lighter note, if you are doing a MOC recreating the interior of a 1950's
British pub I suppose it would add a realistic aroma to the build!
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Dec 14, 2012 10:05 | | Subject: | Re: Condition to include "smoke smell" as issue | | Viewed: | 61 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| In Suggestions, bagelboybugle writes:
| | In Suggestions, VMAJ writes:
| | I believe the used parts condition in the terms of service area should include
"smoke smell" as an abnormal issue that would need to be acknowledged by the
seller at point of listing. As we all dislike nicks, and wear that show up when
not expected I certainly do not like the odor of what another does with their
time either. Smoke smell is difficult to remove, and is sometimes impossible
to lift if it has been layered on for an extended period.
Common sense should dictate whether you sell something that stinks or not, but
we live in a world where everything needs to be spelled out, so I believe this
would be wise to implement to hold sellers accountable.
Jim
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I can see the logic on this.
there are many sellers, smokers and none smokers alike who would appreciate such
a condition description when listing rare used parts so that buyers could refuse
such items on their wanted lists and not rush to buy something they may later
complain about. This is particularly true of none-smoking sellers perhaps who
aquire some exquisite items from a smoker.
I do though agree with the above point about why limit to smoke, there are indeed
other condition indicators (odours and otherwise) which may be necessary for
an honest seller to declare.
Perhaps a more workable solution would be a condition indicator that requires
a buyer to read and acknowledge a description during the checkout process, so
they submit the order knowing about any specific faults the seller has chosen
to share?
Gareth
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I agree with that Gareth, many years ago now somebody purchase some old waffle
bottom plates off me which clearly stated in the description that they all showed
light ageing and yellowing. After receiving the items the seller sent an email
caling me very name under the sun because the plates were not pure white and
I should be struck off Bricklink. When I replied that it clearly stated in the
comments that they were aged and slightly yellowed he simply replied " That isn't
my problem, I don't have time to read descriptions, my time is to important".
Needless to say they made it straight onto my block list and as they were new,
never ever purchased agin from Bricklink.
It just shows, no matter what you put in the description, somebody will always
complain.
And yes, any faults of any sort are always noted in the description in our store,
and we are a totally smoke free house.
Like most have said though the idea is good, but were does it stop, I mean how
would you describe the presence of small, wirey hairs that seem to turn up in
many lots from the other site. Quite how they get in I will never know, but it
makes me shudder when I find one, and the Lego goes straight in the bin because
I have this awful image of what the seller was doing while packing their lego!
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Sep 9, 2012 13:22 | | Subject: | Re: Please add a step to form the contract | | Viewed: | 53 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| I would give up if I was you, I haven't seen many people supporting this proposal
in this thread, and all for the same reasons. If you haven't had any NPB's, then
it is down to luck, not because you are an exemplary seller. NPB's are for many
reasons and not just because of high shipping costs. In fact the NPB's I have
had, not one has been because of shipping costs. The proposal is too flawed and
will cause far more issues than it solves. In fact as this thread has gone on,
it appears to have become more of a "look what a good seller I am and I do everything
right" than addressing the issue. Most of the people who have taken the time
to read, follow and comment on this thread are seasoned sellers with godd feedbacks
and reputations, and they all disagree, so therefore by your implication that
only people with something to hide would have a reason to object to it, you are
saying we are all bad sellers and our terms are laced with hidden charges. I
for one certainly am not. I have a table of actual shipping costs that it will
cost per weight, tell people to ask for a shipping quote for orders over £46
in value as they will only be sent by insured tracked service, and clearly state
that the only extra charge we impose is a 50c handling charge for orders under
$2.00 total. Nothing, no surprises, we even have weight enabled in the cart to
allow people to see the weight as they order. In fact today I have just sent
a message to a new buyer (zero feedback) who has ordered 18c of parts to be shipped
to USA, to check they are aware that these 18c of parts will cost $5.98 with
shipping and the handling charge of 50c, and gave them the option to cancel the
order before I send the invoice in case they can get a better deal nearer to
home. Does that sound like trying to hide fees?
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Sep 9, 2012 06:21 | | Subject: | Re: Please add a step to form the contract | | Viewed: | 51 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| Also this would allow fishing for the best price; Place 12 orders for the same
items with 12 different stores, wait until they all invoice you, and then choose
the best price and decline the rest.
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Sep 9, 2012 06:18 | | Subject: | Re: Please add a step to form the contract | | Viewed: | 54 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| I disagree, not that I have anything to hide, but we all have enough problems
at the moment with NPB's anyway. Like most people I invoice people after picking
the order so errors can be found before invoice is paid. This option would leave
it open for buyers to abuse. You can could spend hours picking an order, then
invoice the buyer, who could then just think "I don't want them bits anymore",
or "I have seen somewhere cheaper in the mean time" and simply decline the invoice.
The seller then can do nothing as the buyer is not an NPB anymore due to your
suggestion of giving them the free option of simply choosing to accept or decline
the invoice. Your time wasted and buyer is free to do same to numerous others,
because there would be no way of warning others as feedback could not be left
and a problem cannot be raised.
Sorry mine is a big 'no' to this suggestion as it is a step towards the fleabay
system of wrapping the buyer in bubble wrap, allowing them to always be right,
even when they are scamming you.
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Nov 7, 2011 12:51 | | Subject: | Re: Require update from buyer on Received | | Viewed: | 57 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| It happens to us all, I just leave them 6 weeks and then change them to complete
and file them. As long as they have paid and haven't made a complaint, I can
live with it. It is hardly an issue, and certainly doesn't indicate anything
about the sellers trading practice or reputation, so why worry, some people are
just too busy to log in and do it,
and I agree with Rob, if you start making people do things after the purchase
and putting pressure on them, they will go elsewhere. Think about when you walk
in a shop, you like to browse at your own speed, put as soon as you get the over
helpful assistant walk up and say "can I help you?", more times than not, you
cut browsing short and go elsewhere. You are more likely to shop somewhere if
you don't feel pressured.
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Aug 29, 2011 05:19 | | Subject: | Re: Paperless picking list. | | Viewed: | 53 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| In Suggestions, Tsitra writes:
| | In Suggestions, 1devils1 writes:
| | I've stopped printing orders and now pick from the screen.
Any chance of having a tick box next to each item on the order screen to say
you've picked it. This does not need to be a field and could clear when you close
the order screen.
Much better for the environment.
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http://www.bricklink.com/orderSettings.asp
Check the option for 'Show Temporary Checkboxes' that should do the trick I think
Paul
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Was just going to suggest the same Paul, I have that ticked and my orders always
come up with the temporary checkbox every time,
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Aug 29, 2011 05:15 | | Subject: | Re: Paperless picking list. | | Viewed: | 33 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| In Suggestions, 1devils1 writes:
| | I've stopped printing orders and now pick from the screen.
Any chance of having a tick box next to each item on the order screen to say
you've picked it. This does not need to be a field and could clear when you close
the order screen.
Much better for the environment.
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Mine already does have a check box next to each item on the order screen, thats
how I have always done it.
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Jun 14, 2011 04:01 | | Subject: | Re: Collecting site satisfaction data | | Viewed: | 43 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| In Suggestions, Rob_and_Shelagh writes:
| | Background:
The forum has always been a great source of ideas for site improvements.
There has always been a downside to this: Only a very small percentage of users
(of the total active buyers and sellers) contribute to the forum and this percentage
gets smaller every day as site membership grows.
There is a growing downside to this: A few (of that already very small percentage)
get frustrated when their idea does not get implemented and use the forum in
a way that might portray the site (to many that read the fourm but do not care
to contribute) as a non-progressive marketplace, which I personally do not believe
to be the case and gives a negative bias based on the views of a minority.
Suggestion:
When the site Administration wishes to make any significant improvements or upgrades,
they seek the views of a more representative group of users via an e-mail questionnaire
(with instructions not to be used as a forum debate) targeted at active buyers
and sellers (Admin to determine sample size and if separate seller and buyer
focussed emails should be sent). The subjects could be quite open but include
site performance, ease of navigation/use, desired additional functionality, etc,
etc. Suggestions previously made on the forum being considered by Admin could
also be included (to see if these really are in tune with the general site population).
This would hopefully provide some useful data to help focus on priorities for
the site and get the most out of develepment dollars (assuming that there is
a limited budget, as is usual).
The purpose of this suggestion is not to suggest any invalidity of the forum
suggestion process (as I have used this to make the suggestion) nor to imply
anything about the suggestions made by other members on the forum, I vote/comment
on those separately. This is "an addition to" not "replacement for" source of
feedback for Admin versus the forum in recognition of the huge growth in membership
but largely stagnated growth of forum contributors (maybe some questions in there
to help understand that too).
I'm not really looking for a whole load of debate on this here on the forum,
it's just a suggestion for consideration by Admin and something that might appeal
to the "silent majority" as they are often referred to here.
Thanks Admin,
Robert
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I am a yes
Kev
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| Author: | wyldkat1976 | | Posted: | Jan 28, 2011 11:43 | | Subject: | Re: Credit Card required to sell on BrickLink | | Viewed: | 45 times | | Topic: | Suggestions | |
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| In Suggestions, locutis writes:
| | BrickLink should setup a system where a seller would need to have a credit card
to sell on BL, and BL charges the seller a small amount (say $5) to setup the
store, and activate it, and verify the seller's information that is on BL against
the credit card.
The $5 would offset any costs associated with checking names/addresses. Once
BL has a card # and a charge on it, they can verify the name and address to the
card, and they know that they are dealing with a real person, at a real address.
Or, maybe make this an option, and have a store icon that shows that the seller
is verified.
Or, perhaps make this a requirement only if the seller wishes to sell high value
products, or lots of items valued at a high value.
I would gladly do this for my store, to show that I'm legit and serious about
selling.
Locutis
Resistance is futile.
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Isn't the genuine character of both buyer and seller usually proven by the members
feedback. Members with good feedback are usually genuine and honest, and it is
easy enough for a cautious member to check this feedback before buying from a
store, and then making their own decision based on this information. The crooked
members tend to stick out like sore thumb through the feedback system. If you
start implementing the need for credit card verification then it is discriminating
towards anyone who doesn't hold one or believe in credit, so has never applied
for one.
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