> ## Documentation Index
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# Operations Errors Policy

> How Jetpack addresses and resolves operational errors in inventory management and order fulfillment

<div className="page-intro">
  Jetpack is committed to addressing operational errors in inventory management and order fulfillment through swift resolutions and transparent processes. This policy outlines error types, resolution procedures, and merchant responsibilities.
</div>

<Warning>
  **Critical Timeline:** Jetpack can only correct operations errors within 90 days from the date of the transaction. Errors reported after this period cannot be remedied.
</Warning>

## Required Documentation

Before submitting an error claim, merchants must provide complete documentation to support the claim.

### Standard Information Requirements

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Shipment Identification">
    **Required Details:**

    * Affected shipment ID(s) from your Jetpack dashboard
    * Order numbers for all impacted orders
    * Transaction dates
    * Customer information (if applicable)
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Error Description">
    **Provide Comprehensive Details:**

    * Clear description of what occurred
    * Expected outcome vs. actual outcome
    * Impact on customer or inventory
    * Supporting evidence (photos, customer communications)
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Current Manufacturing Invoice">
    **Critical Requirement:** A valid manufacturing invoice is required for all inventory-related error claims.

    See Manufacturing Invoice Requirements section below for complete specifications.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

### Manufacturing Invoice Requirements

<Info>
  Manufacturing invoices are required to verify inventory value for lost or damaged goods claims. Invoices must meet specific criteria to be accepted.
</Info>

**Valid Invoices Must Include:**

* Manufacturer or supplier name
* Bill addressed to merchant company (not Jetpack)
* Invoice number and invoice date
* Product name and description
* Quantity ordered
* Per-unit pricing (not just total cost)

<Warning>
  **Rejected Invoice Types:**

  * Invoices billed to Jetpack
  * Excel spreadsheets or custom documents
  * Tampered or altered documents
  * Customer invoices or receipts
  * Pro forma invoices without payment proof
</Warning>

## Error Types & Resolutions

### Picking Errors

**Scenario:** Wrong SKU shipped to customer or excess units sent in order

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Merchant Options">
    When a picking error occurs, merchants can choose from the following resolution options:

    **Option 1: Generate Return Label**

    * Available for US, Canada, and UK domestic orders
    * Jetpack provides prepaid return label
    * Customer returns incorrect item
    * Merchant receives inventory back

    **Option 2: Account Credit**

    * Credit up to USD \$100 (or equivalent in CAD/AUD/EUR/GBP)
    * Applied to merchant account
    * No return required from customer
    * Merchant determines if customer keeps item

    **Option 3: Decline Return**

    * Merchant chooses not to request return
    * Receives account credit for item value
    * Customer keeps incorrect/extra items
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Jetpack Remedy">
    **Free Replacement Shipment:**

    * Jetpack ships correct items at no charge
    * Upgraded shipping speed at no additional cost
    * No fulfillment fees for replacement order
    * Tracking provided for replacement shipment

    **Example:**
    If customer paid for standard shipping, replacement ships via expedited method at Jetpack's expense.
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

### Packaging Errors

**Coverage:** Size-related fulfillment cost increases only

**Scenario:** Order shipped in larger packaging than necessary, resulting in higher dimensional weight charges

<Info>
  **Resolution:** Merchant receives credit for the difference between actual packaging charges and optimal packaging charges that should have been applied.
</Info>

**Example Calculation:**

* Optimal packaging: 6x4x2 box = \$5.50 fulfillment cost
* Actual packaging: 12x9x6 box = \$8.75 fulfillment cost
* Credit issued: \$3.25

<Warning>
  **Exclusion:** In-transit damage to packages is not covered under packaging errors. Damaged shipments require separate carrier claims.
</Warning>

### Order Swap Errors

**Scenario:** Two orders were exchanged between customers (Customer A received Customer B's order and vice versa)

**Resolution Components:**

1. **Manufacturing Value Credit**
   * Credit for manufacturing cost of both orders
   * Compensates for potential lost products
   * Applied to merchant account

2. **Free Corrected Shipments**
   * Jetpack ships correct orders to both customers
   * No fulfillment fees charged
   * Expedited shipping at no charge
   * Both customers receive proper items

3. **Return Options**
   * Merchants may request return of swapped items
   * Return labels provided at no charge
   * Returns optional based on item value

### Lost Inventory (Within Fulfillment Center)

**Coverage:** Manufacturing cost credit for inventory lost inside Jetpack fulfillment centers

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Credit Terms">
    **What's Covered:**

    * Manufacturing cost of lost inventory
    * Based on submitted manufacturing invoice
    * Credit applied to merchant account

    **What's Not Covered:**

    * Taxes paid on inventory
    * Import fees or customs duties
    * Shipping costs to fulfillment center
    * Freight forwarding fees
    * Potential profit or revenue
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Recovery Process">
    **Inventory Found Later:**

    * Automatic restock if inventory located
    * Merchant receives notification via Inventory History
    * Inventory becomes available for sale again

    **Lot/Expiration Concerns:**

    * Jetpack Care notifies merchant of found inventory
    * Merchant can review lot numbers and expiration dates
    * Option to accept or refuse restocked inventory
    * Refusal available if concerns about inventory integrity
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

<Info>
  Merchants have visibility into inventory movements through the Inventory History feature in their dashboard. Check this regularly to monitor inventory status and changes.
</Info>

### Lost Inventory (During Transfer)

**Scenario:** Inventory lost during transfer between Jetpack fulfillment centers

**Coverage & Recovery:** Identical to in-center lost inventory policy

* Manufacturing cost credit issued
* Automatic restock if found
* Jetpack Care notification for lot/expiration concerns
* Same exclusions apply (taxes, fees, shipping costs)

### Damaged Inventory (Within Fulfillment Center)

**Coverage:** Manufacturing cost credit for inventory damaged while in Jetpack's care inside fulfillment centers

**Credit Terms:**

* Manufacturing cost based on invoice
* Excludes taxes, fees, and shipping costs
* Applied to merchant account
* Photos provided when available

<Warning>
  **Transit Damage Exclusion:** Inventory damaged during inbound transit to fulfillment centers requires a separate freight claim process with the carrier. This is not covered under operations errors policy.
</Warning>

**Common Damage Scenarios:**

* Forklift accidents
* Shelf collapses
* Water damage from facility issues
* Crushing from improper stacking
* Temperature control failures

## Submission Methods

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Picking Errors">
    **Dedicated Form Submission:**

    * Use the Picking Error form in your dashboard
    * Navigate to Orders > Select affected order > Report Error
    * Complete all required fields
    * Upload supporting documentation
    * Submit for review

    **Processing Time:** 3-5 business days
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Other Errors">
    **Dashboard Chat or Jetpack Care Ticket:**

    * Access chat via dashboard
    * Or create support ticket
    * Select "Operations Error" category
    * Provide required documentation
    * Include manufacturing invoice

    **Processing Time:** 5-7 business days for inventory-related errors
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Important Exclusions

<Warning>
  **Shipping Costs Not Covered:** Jetpack does not cover the cost to ship goods to our fulfillment centers or associated taxes and duties, even for confirmed operational errors.
</Warning>

Additional exclusions include:

* Lost profit or potential revenue
* Taxes paid on inventory
* Import duties and customs fees
* Freight forwarding charges
* Insurance costs
* Opportunity costs
* Customer acquisition costs

## Timeline and Deadlines

<Steps>
  <Step title="Error Occurs">
    Operational error takes place (incorrect shipment, lost inventory, etc.)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Detection">
    Merchant or customer identifies the error
  </Step>

  <Step title="Report Within 90 Days">
    Merchant must submit error report with documentation within 90 days of transaction date
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review Process">
    Jetpack reviews submission and documentation (3-7 business days)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Resolution">
    Credit issued or remedy provided if error confirmed
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  The 90-day deadline is firm. Errors reported after this period cannot be reviewed or remedied, regardless of circumstances.
</Warning>

## Merchant Responsibilities

To facilitate error resolution, merchants should:

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Maintain Accurate Records">
    * Keep manufacturing invoices for all inventory
    * Document inventory costs and quantities
    * Track shipment IDs and order numbers
    * Retain customer communications
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Report Errors Promptly">
    * Monitor order fulfillment for issues
    * Review customer complaints quickly
    * Submit error reports within 90-day window
    * Provide complete documentation upfront
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Provide Detailed Information">
    * Complete error descriptions
    * Supporting evidence (photos, emails)
    * Valid manufacturing invoices
    * Specific impact and resolution requested
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Respond to Follow-Up Requests">
    * Answer Jetpack Care questions promptly
    * Provide additional documentation if needed
    * Clarify details when requested
    * Cooperate with investigation process
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Preventing Operations Errors

While Jetpack strives for accuracy, merchants can help reduce errors:

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Product Setup">
    * Use clear, distinct SKUs for variants
    * Provide high-quality product images
    * Include detailed product descriptions
    * Configure accurate dimensions and weights
    * Set up proper bundling and kitting rules
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Inventory Management">
    * Create accurate warehouse receiving orders
    * Apply correct barcodes to products
    * Use lot number tracking when appropriate
    * Set expiration date alerts
    * Monitor inventory levels regularly
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Quality Control">
    * Inspect inventory before shipping to Jetpack
    * Ensure proper product labeling
    * Ship items in protective packaging
    * Include packing lists with shipments
    * Verify quantities match WRO
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

<Tip title="Questions About Operations Errors?">
  If you believe an operational error has occurred, contact Jetpack Care immediately through your dashboard chat or by creating a support ticket. Our team can help you gather required documentation and guide you through the error reporting process.
</Tip>

## Related Resources

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Unidentified Receiving Orders" icon="box-open" href="/fulfillment/terms-and-slas/unidentified-receiving-orders">
    Learn about URO policies and resolution
  </Card>

  <Card title="Managing Inventory" icon="boxes-stacked" href="/fulfillment/managing-inventory">
    Track and manage your inventory effectively
  </Card>

  <Card title="Order Management" icon="cart-shopping" href="/fulfillment/order-management">
    Monitor and manage your orders
  </Card>

  <Card title="Sending Inventory" icon="truck-ramp-box" href="/fulfillment/sending-inventory">
    Create proper warehouse receiving orders
  </Card>
</CardGroup>
