[Finance] Internet Banking

[Thunder Bolt]

Try sending a secure message online. Makes it easier to be clear what the issue is and get a full considered response.

I did, several times. Not one person would admit it was the bank's fault.
When I spoke to a human, I got an apology, a written apology and compensation.

 

[Herr Tubthumper]

My bank allows me to cash cheques with my phone. It's called mobile cheque imaging on the app. All you need to do is take a photo.

I would imagine all major banking apps have this facility?

I hate to say it, but internet banking DOES beat a human. 24 hour convenience from any device.

There is also the possibility the human could be a bell-end. Computers are rarely such.

 

[dejavuatbtn]

My step dad hasn’t even got a mobile phone, let alone any knowledge of things “on line”. He won’t even use the hole in the wall and doesn’t like to have a lot of cash on him. His solution is to go into the bank every day and withdraw at least a tenner in cash. It gives him something to do and keeps a cashier in a job!

 

[Thunder Bolt]

Very true of course.

My first job was in a call centre, dealing with complaints, so have an understanding how they work. It is very easy to escalate over the phone if you know what to say. I appreciate that others might struggle to get things done this way though.

Top tips for phone complaints - Never be rude or raise your voice, the agent is far less likely to help you if they don't like you. If you're not happy, say you're not happy and would like to speak to someone else... They will either try harder, or actually put you through to someone else. Never say "you want to speak to someone from England", as they will be trained to try to deal with this common request. If you are still not getting the desired outcome, threaten (calmly) to leave the service and explain why - or passively hint that you are discussing this on a social media group even if you're not.

Customer satisfaction, business and PR - make them feel that these things are at risk and the agent will go above and beyond to help you resolve your issue... or put you through to someone who can. Never appear angry or unreasonable, as they are trained to deal with this and are more likely to give you the "sorry, but..." and the scripted responses, as they are only human and the adrenalin will kick in.

I know exactly how call centres work. I worked for an electricity company for 25 years. After 3 days of messing about with online chats, secure messages & phone calls whilst I could have been on the beach, I resolved the issue with a human.

 

[Thunder Bolt]

There is also the possibility the human could be a bell-end. Computers are rarely such.

It was a system upgrade which caused the problem.

 

[Chinman3000]

I did, several times. Not one person would admit it was the bank's fault.
When I spoke to a human, I got an apology, a written apology and compensation.

Maybe, just maybe, they wanted to get rid of you and it wasn’t actually their fault. One could sympathise

 

[btnbelle]

I bank with an internet bank. They are first class and I wouldn't bank anywhere else. They always promised we could pay in cheques at a branch with a major bank.

Now they have closed so many branches that I now have to pay them in at the post office. But just try paying some cash for a credit card bill!

 

[dazzer6666]

It was a system upgrade which caused the problem.

If it was, thousands would have been affected and everyone would've known about it.

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[Thunder Bolt]

If it was, thousands would have been affected and everyone would've known about it.

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They admitted their mistake in my letter.

 

[Thunder Bolt]

Maybe, just maybe, they wanted to get rid of you and it wasn’t actually their fault. One could sympathise

That's why I got two apologies & compensation? A strange way of wanting to get rid of someone by giving good service when challenged.
You just cannot admit that a human could be better than s computer.

 

[Weststander]

No need even for that anymore. There are approved virtual ID&VA methods now too eg Monzo.

Virtual ID&VA methods such as Monzo are now old hat, used only by older millenials.

Insteadm ESP banking and psychic banking are used by even younger hipsters.

 

[vegster]

Starting to feel it's compulsory.

Lunchtime trip to the bank went a bit like this .....

Me – I would like to transfer £Blah amount from my account to Blah’s account please.

Cashier – Do you do internet banking?

Me – No

Cashier – have you thought about it?

Me – Yes.

Cashier – Would you like me to go through internet banking with you?

Me – No thank you.

Cashier – Do you use the internet?

Me – Um …. Yes I do (smirk)

Cashier – If you do internet banking you wouldn’t have to waste time coming to the bank (sugary smile)

Me – I like coming to the bank (big smile).

It is an amazing " Turkeys voting for Christmas " scenario, I had similar last year for my annual review where my bank say they want to help my finances. "Expert" woman was joyfully extolling the virtues of the internet and the phone app for banking saying I had to do this despite it quite obviously putting her branch at risk of closure due to reduced footfall ! She must have been on some kind of bonus.

 

[Nigella's Cream Pie]

Try doing internet banking when your mobile signal is not good enough to receive a one time passcode!

 

[Westdene Wonder]

There is absolutely no reason to visit a branch other than to confirm your identity. Complaints are better dealt with over the phone.

If you have a couple of weeks to spare First press 1 etc,etc then select a question which does not cover your query,then wait whilst you are transferred to another extension................

 

[dazzer6666]

They admitted their mistake in my letter.

Oh I'm sure there was a mistake, just not necessarily the one they suggested was the problem. 'system upgrade' is a bit like Southern Rail's 'operational issue'. Main aim is always to get the complaint closed off asap, so as long as the customer can be satisfied (usually an apology and a few quid) any old bollocks might be spouted to follow a path of least resistance.

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[Westdene Seagull]

I work for a bank, but don't have my accounts with the bank I work for. I genuinely can't remember the last time I set foot in the bank that my accounts are with.......do everything via the app.

Many moons ago I worked for Lloyds and it was compulsary to have my pay put into a Lloyds account. I assume this isn't a requirement anymore ?

As for internet banking - why wouldn't you use it. Love the Lloyds app.

 

[dejavuatbtn]

I'm one of those annoying, hypocritical people who moans about banks closing and the loss of jobs etc but never actually go in a branch as I find internet banking so convenient. My app is fantastic.

Which is fine until you have a problem or issue that internet banking can’t deal with. We had to set up a executor’s account recently and because so few in the bank knew the procedures along the way it took forever to get anywhere with the bank. Even getting internet access to the account for all executors took a month. It’s exacerbated by the lack of staff and a dependency on the internet - noone seems to be trained properly any more. They like to offer services but are finding it increasingly diificult to provide them.

 

[dazzer6666]

Many moons ago I worked for Lloyds and it was compulsary to have my pay put into a Lloyds account. I assume this isn't a requirement anymore ?

As for internet banking - why wouldn't you use it. Love the Lloyds app.

Me too - started with Lloyds at 18. The branch sub-manager had to review all staff entries every morning to make sure everyone was acting within the rules etc. Hasn’t been a requirement for at least 20 years now though - I’ve stayed with Lloyds even though I left there in 2000 and worked for 3 banks since.

 

[Weststander]

Which is fine until you have a problem or issue that internet banking can’t deal with. We had to set up a executor’s account recently and because so few in the bank knew the procedures along the way it took forever to get anywhere with the bank. Even getting internet access to the account for all executors took a month. It’s exacerbated by the lack of staff and a dependency on the internet - noone seems to be trained properly any more. They like to offer services but are finding it increasingly diificult to provide them.

Noone, Craig?

Before he worked in banking, he played for the Albion & Cardiff.

 

[dazzer6666]

Which is fine until you have a problem or issue that internet banking can’t deal with. We had to set up a executor’s account recently and because so few in the bank knew the procedures along the way it took forever to get anywhere with the bank. Even getting internet access to the account for all executors took a month. It’s exacerbated by the lack of staff and a dependency on the internet - noone seems to be trained properly any more. They like to offer services but are finding it increasingly diificult to provide them.

Correct, sadly. When I started, I was in a mid-sized branch in the country. I reckon at least 20 out of the 30 staff could have walked through setting up an Executor’s account from start to finish.