RETAIL OPERATIONS
Trade-in Procedure
DOCUMENT NO : CELLC-OPS-RO-045
REVISION NO : 2023.01
DATE : 07 August 2023
For information regarding this document contact
Document owner : Ismail Abdulla
The official controlled copy of this document is maintained by Retail Operations Department.
Printed versions may be used as reference documents only
Table of Contents
1 Document Control ........................................................................................................................... 3
2 Scope .............................................................................................................................................. 4
3 Obtain Credit Score ......................................................................................................................... 5
4 Assess Device ................................................................................................................................. 6
5 Activate on Trade-In UDC ............................................................................................................... 6
6 Collect Device ................................................................................................................................. 6
7 Begin to Trade-In ............................................................................................................................ 8
8 Log in Username And Password .................................................................................................... 8
9 Trade-in Tool (Home Page) ............................................................................................................ 9
10 Device Grading.............................................................................................................................. 10
11 Device Grading – Questions ......................................................................................................... 12
12 Device Summary ........................................................................................................................... 17
13 Trade-in Confirmation ................................................................................................................... 19
14 Creating a Package ....................................................................................................................... 21
15 Creating a Shipment ..................................................................................................................... 22
16 Ram Collection Ordering Process ................................................................................................. 24
17 Cancelling a Trade-In .................................................................................................................... 26
18 Trade in Reports ........................................................................................................................... 28
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1 Document Control
1.1 Document Details:
Author Ismail Abdulla
Company Name Cell C
Created Date 7 August 2023
Last Update 7 August 2023
File Name Trade-in Procedure
1.2 Change Record
Modified Date Author Version Description of Changes
1.3 Stakeholder Sign-Off
Name Position
Compliance Manager,
Ismail Abdulla
Franchise
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2 Scope
The purpose of this document is to outline the procedure that must be followed by stores when
processing a trade-in. All stores processing trade-in’s must be in possession of a valid Second
Hand Goods trading license.
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3 Obtain Credit Score
3.1 Greet and Acknowledge Customer
Good morning/Good day/Good afternoon
Welcome the customer, introduce yourself
Ask for the customer's name
Ask “how can I assist you?”
3.2 Perform Needs Analysis
A customer needs analysis is an assessment of a customer’s needs for a product or service.
Customer feedback is essential for understanding customer needs. It’s applicable for all
stages of the customer journey and all customer segments. This enables you to offer or
create authentic, tailored customer experiences that impact conversions, retention, and
revenue growth.
3.3 Advise of requirements for qualifying trade-in devices
Qualifying devices:
a) Confirm it Switches on & off without a charger
b) Device must not blacklisted
c) iCloud must be disabled on Apple devices.
Qualifying Customers
a) Customer must have all the required documents as per standard credit vetting business rules
b) Customer must have sufficient credit score for required deal
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3.4 Obtain signed Consent to Vet
The signed consent to vet must be retained even if the application is declined it must form
part of the stores document collection process
3.5 Perform Quick Activation
Please note the consultant must not perform the activation at this stage but must only obtain
the credit score
4 Assess device
4.1 In order for the store to qualify for the guaranteed trade-in value, the following must be
established during the device grading process:
The device must be able to be turned on and off without a charger.
The device must not be blacklisted
For Apple devices, Find my iPhone (FMIP) must be disabled.
If the above conditions are not met, the store cannot accept the device for a trade-in and
must offer the customer an alternative deal.
5 Activate on Trade-in UDC
5.1 The device on the unique deal code that reflects the reduced subscription
5.2 All other prerequisites must be met for the activation of the contract i.e. the customer must have
all the required documents as per the Credit Vetting Policy and must have been successfully
authenticated.
6 Collect Device
6.1 Create a Package
6.2 Create a Shipment
6.3 Collection of Device
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6.4 Process model for device Trade In
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7 BEGIN TO TRADE-IN
7.1 To start a Trade-In deal, navigate to the following site cellctradein.za.foxway.tech either the
Chrome or Edge browser.
7.2 The URL is accessible from a computer, mobile device and/ or tablet.
8 LOG IN - USERNAME AND PASSWORD
8.1 Enter your unique BEAM USERNAME with the provided PASSWORD Welcome11. You will be
asked to change your password after your first log in.
Each person should have their own unique set of username and passwords for the trade-in too
Avoid sharing usernames or passwords
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9 TRADE-IN TOOL (HOME PAGE)
9.1 To start the trade-in, select the drop down arrow in the Select Campaign Offer field
DO NOT select STANDARD TRADE-IN for campaigns
9.2 Campaign Trade In’s
The campaigns available will be displayed in the drop down menu. Choose the applicable
campaign according to the customer’s request.
Only qualifying devices can be traded in on campaigns (will be communicated)
All device locks, passwords and/or FMIP needs to be removed off the customers device
9.3 After selecting the campaign, enter the IMEI of the device to be traded-in, into the Device
Lookup field. Select the correct model and capacity of the device provided in the drop down
selection
NB: Use the actual IMEI displayed from the device by going into settings or using the USSD
code*#06#. Do not use IMEI from box and/ or POP
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If the device does not populate by entering the IMEI, you can search by entering the product
name of the device.
10 DEVICE GRADING
10.1 After selecting the correct make and model of the device to be traded-in, you will be directed to
the Device Grading page.
The grading questionnaire consists of YES or NO answers for each question. There are 4
(four) questions relating to the trade-in of the device, the device needs to be evaluated for any
signs of visible external damage as well as abnormal functioning etc.
Each of the questions have set guidelines as to what needs to be evaluated
Ensure the device meets all the required criteria before selecting ‘YES’ on the questionnaire
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11 Device Grading – Question 1
11.1 Does the device turn on and stay on without a charger? (Power)
YES | NO
Device can be turned on and off
Charging port is without visual damage
Device working without a charger
Without heavy damage to its structure (frame is not deformed)
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11.2 Device Grading – Question 2
LCD working and without physical damage? (LCD) See example pictures online.
YES | NO
LCD is without any signs of discoloration (use light background to check) or pixel damage
Touchscreen is fully working (check edges of the screen)
If the device has more than once screen, both screens need to be checked for LCD damages
Foldable device opens completely
Display is fully covered with glass, cannot be cracked (no missing pieces of the front glass!)
*Set white background and 100% brightness for better inspection
The example photo’s can be selected to get a better understanding of the detail being referred too, as
per the questions.
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11.3 Device Grading – Question 3
Are front, frame and back cover in good condition (general wear is acceptable)? (Body) See
example pictures online.
YES | NO
Display is without cracks
There are no cracks, splits, or fractures on the frame or back cover
There is no gap between back cover, screen or frame
The frame of the device is not bent
Plastic seal between frame and display is not cracked or broken
There are no chips on the edge of the display glass
Camera glass is not cracked
Device is complete, no parts missing (battery, back cover, port cover)
Screen is not loose (check edges of the screen)
Without heavy damage to its structure (frame is not deformed)
If foldable devices does not go fully flat in opened state, it is considered faulty
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11.4 Device Grading – Question 4
Are all buttons present and working? (Buttons)
YES | NO
•All buttons work easily (Home, power, volume, and mute), no excessive force is needed
•No unoriginal parts or modifications have been used
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12 DEVICE SUMMARY
12.1 Once the questionnaire has been completed, the Device Summary Page will display with the
results of the evaluation and will confirm the amount that the device will be traded-in for.
12.2 The IMEI of the device is displayed in the Device Identifier field at the bottom of the evaluation
questions, click on the Verify button.
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If the Device Identifier is valid, click “Continue”
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13 TRADE-IN CONFIRMATION
13.1 To conclude the transaction, complete the customer’s details as.
NB all * are mandatory fields to be completed
13.2 Enter the IMEI number for the new device and click “Confirm Transaction”.
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13.3 The IMEI will be sent to Checkmend and TransUnion for any record of the device being
blacklisted.
If the device is blacklisted, the trade-in price will be reduced to zero.
If the device has FMIP activated, the trade-in price will be reduced to zero
The trade-in price is reduced to zero, the consultant will not be able to continue with the trade-
in and must offer the customer an alternative deal.
13.4 The trade-in is now successful, the trade in confirmation T&C’s will populate, print three
copies.
One copy to be wrapped around the traded-in device
Second copy to be issued to the customer
Third copy attached to in store paperwork
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14 CREATING A PACKAGE
14.1 All devices that have been traded-in are required to be packed and shipped on the trade-in tool,
it is advisable to create packages of devices traded-in timeously.
14.2 Create new package. Go to menu Shipping > Create new Package.
Tick the box next to each device or devices that need to be packed > Select Create
14.3 Additional devices can be added to the package by selecting Add Device
14.4 To complete the package select Create
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14.5 Packing list has been created successfully, copy of the package confirmation to be printed and
placed with the traded-in device or devices (depending how many devices were selected for the
package) It is vital that this document is sent off with the box as it contains a list with all the
details of the devices that should be in the box.
15 CREATING A SHIPMENT
Once the devices have been packed, a shipment needs to be created
15.1 Go to menu Shipping > Packages
Tick the box of the package to create a shipment, take note of the status reflecting as
‘Packed’
Select New Shipment
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15.2 Rename the shipment if required, the pop up also displays the package and number of devices
in the package that will be in the shipment.
15.3 Shipment waybill has been created successfully, copy of the shipment waybill confirmation to
be printed and placed in the box of traded-in devices to be shipped with the courier.
15.4 Shipments created can be viewed in the Shipping menu > Go to menu Shipping > Shipments
15.5 Status reflecting is ‘Ready’
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16 RAM COLLECTION ORDERING PROCESS
16.1 To book a collection for RAM, navigate to the following URL: http://portal.ram.co.za/
16.2 LOG IN
Use the CustomerID, Username and Password provided
Click on ‘Individual’
16.3 Book a Collection
Once logged in click on the following to book a collection
RAM Shipper
Consignments
Add New
Complete ‘Shipper’s Reference’
Use the Shipment Identifier number(Waybill Number Created in Regener8)
from the trade-in tool Ensure ‘Express Road’ is selected for Service
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Additional Requirements section can be skipped
Sender details > Sending store address details will populate
Receiver > Always to populate Regener8’s address
To populate the Receiver address click on > Find
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In the Name field, type in REG > Search
Regener8’s address will populate > Click Select
16.4 PARCEL DETAILS
Input the details of the package (suggested dimensions phone 12 pcs 20cm x 20cm x 20cm)
Input the Parcel Reference > Use the Trade-in shipment identifier (Waybill Number Created in
Regener8) again
Click on the sign and save
16.5 Place a printout of the RAM waybill document in the box of the devices to be sent through to
Regener8
Your collection has now been successfully booked and ready for collection by RAM
17 CANCELLING A TRADE-IN
17.1 What does cancelling a trade-in do?
Cancelling a trade-in releases the IMEI of the device being traded in, the device becomes
available and can be traded-in on the tool again
Cancelling a trade-in on a campaign, releases the IMEI of the new device purchased on the
campaign to be used again
17.2 When should a trade-in be cancelled?
If a consultant has made an error on the initial trade-in
If the customer changes their mind, and requests their device back
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If the customer purchases a new device on a campaign and changes their mind for a
different colour or capacity. The initial device purchased needs to be swapped out
NB: On a campaign offer, if the trade-in is NOT CANCELLED, and the device is sold to a
different customer, the IMEI will show up as ALREADY USED!
17.3 How to cancel a trade-in transaction. Go to menu Reports > Trade-in /Store
17.4 Select the trade-in ID that needs to be cancelled by ticking the box > Click Cancel
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18 TRADE IN REPORTS
18.1 In menu go to Reports > Devices > Vendor
18.2 Allows you to:
Keep track of all transactions in store or per vendor
Follow the performance of the agents
Access historical sale confirmations
18.3 Explanation of report headings;
Deal ID: Identifies the device traded-in in the beginning of the process
Device Identifier (IMEI): IMEI of the device traded-in
Product Name: Make and model of the device traded-in
Store: Store where the trade-in transaction was done
Grade: Condition of the device upon being graded at trade-in
Client Price: Value of the device traded-in excluding VAT (15%)
Deal Date: The date on which the device was traded-in
Package ID: Package number
Package Identifier: Once a package has been created, confirmation of package
Shipment Identifier: Once a shipment has been created, confirmation of the shipment waybill
Item Group: Identifies what was traded-in (devices, accessories etc.)
Status: Indicates the cycle of the traded-in device, registered, packed, shipped etc.
18.4 Explanation of Status’s
Registered: The trade-in device has been captured onto the trade-in portal
Packed: Package has been created for trade-in device
Shipped: Shipment has been created, awaiting courier collection or with courier
Delivered: The shipment of devices has been received by the warehouse
Processed: Identifies that the shipment of devices has been accepted / captured by the warehouse
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