28/09/06: Smile Update

I should really give an update because I find this amusing.

I did send an e-mail to i_am_frowning@smile.co.uk with a link to this web page. I got nothing back beside the automated reply.

I broke down and called, here is how the conversation went:

(me): "hello"

(Smile) "hi"

"I screwed up with my application and you have sent me a check book, a debit and credit card with a bogus name."

"Oh I see, let me put you on hold. (later) You will need to send us a certified copy of your passport so that we can update your account."

"Wait you are telling me I should go through the hassle of making a certified copy and yet you sent me a credit card without checking my name?"

"Huh, I will put you on hold (much later) Let's close your account and re apply on the web for a new account."

"OK"

I cut up the cards and the check book went down the shredder. It's not fair to criticize without making some suggestions for improvement.

  1. Change your application form like so that it reads:

Forename (first name) Surname (family name)

I know I am a moron and got it mixed up. However your competitor HSBC does it, so should you.

  1. You should fix your secure web e-mail interface. People should be able reply to the message. I would have been able to contact you and mention my mistake. I think it's the least to ask of an Internet bank.

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