Nowadays there is a counterfeit for everything under the sun, even ply and similar products. Due to that a lot of people are apprehensive about trusting dealers and suppliers owing to the fear of being scammed and losing their hard-earned money.
To combat this grave issue, Century has come up with the Century Promise app and maintain the trust they have built over the years among customers and dealer base alike.
How can you check the authenticity of plywood?
- You have to do a thorough inspection of the material.
- The CML stamp on the plywood can be authenticated using the BIS site. CML numbers are unique digits assigned to the factories by the Bureau of Indian Standards which vary according to plywood’s grade, location, etc.
- You can look for the unique QR code on the app and scan it to verify authenticity.
What is CenturyPromise?
The app was developed to combat counterfeit products, which use Century Ply’s prestigious name to sell low-quality materials. The app scans the QR present on every product supplied by Century and lets you check its authenticity within a matter of seconds. Not only does this put the customers at ease, but also acts as a testament to the transparency and reliability of the company.
Building trust in dealers:
Just as the customers use it to verify the originality, dealers also benefit through the app in several ways. Retailers, contractors, and dealers alike can gain the valuable trust of the customers. They can upload the verification documents of their products by registering into the app. Using the app demonstrates their honesty and transparency regarding the sourcing of their materials. They can also issue e-warranty cards for their products which makes the process easier.
Because of scams and counterfeits, customers began viewing dealers with suspicion, often painting them as the villains. In reality, the real culprits were fraudsters posing as dealers. This caused significant issues to the honest dealers as well.
With the CenturyPromise app, plywood dealers have regained their dignity and respect, thanks to the transparency it provides. This has helped restore trust in the plywood industry, where dealers were previously blamed for counterfeit confusion..
Distinct Features of the App:
- It is free of cost. This goes to show that the company is incredibly serious about the whole fiasco and its insistence on preventing it.
- The app is available on both iOS and Android and is compatible with phones and tablets for greater accessibility.
- The e-warranty can be issued directly on the app.
How to use the app:
- You can download the app on your phone from the App Store or Google Play Store.
- Create an account if you are a new user. Alternatively, login to your existing account using e-mail, phone number, etc.
- Use the QR scanner in the app to scan the code on the product, or manually enter the QR code if needed.
- If the product is genuine, a verification message will appear on your device.
- After scanning, you will also get the option to generate the e-warranty certificate. It can be downloaded on your device and can be sent to you over e-mail as well.
Conclusion:
It can be confidently asserted that the Century Promise app makes the experience of buying and decorating your space with plywood a much more reassuring and trustworthy experience. Both the sellers as well as the consumers can benefit a great deal by using this platform.
So download the app today and make sure to use it to verify the Century products you buy. The world is a sly place but with this, you can be one step ahead every time.