FAQs

Data Solutions FAQs

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• How can Valpak help me with my data submission(s)?

  Valpak's data solutions service enables you to outsource your packaging, WEEE and / or batteries data collection and submission from beginning to end. We will source your packaging weights and calculate your submission, with minimal effort on your part. Valpak will also take full legal responsibility for your submission. Contact us to discuss your organisation’s requirements.

   

• What would happen if my data wasn’t correct?

  The Packaging Waste, WEEE and Waste Batteries Regulations state that data submitted needs to be 'as accurate as reasonably possible' (AARP). Obligated companies are required to compile a methodology stating how data has been put together and provide evidence to back up any claims that have been made. If you fail to submit data or deliberately submit false data you are at risk of prosecution. This may not only result in a fine, but can also have a damaging effect on your company's reputation. If you are worried that your data for this year may be wrong, Valpak offers a resubmission service whereby we will amend your data in order to make it correct for the current year and make a legal resubmission to the Environment Agency. Please contact us for more information.

• How much involvement will you need from me (the customer)?

  Valpak operates an open door policy and you are welcome to come and see us at any time. Equally, we appreciate that some companies outsource data in order to save themselves time and will want less involvement. We request simple data from you twice a year. Other than that, it is totally up to you how we manage your account. You control your level of involvement.

   

• Why do you not publish data management service costs on your website?

  Costs are case by case and will depend on your individual requirements. Every organisation’s activities are unique, and our pricing reflects this. We create quotes based on a company’s individual packaging activities. Please contact us for further details.

• What are the benefits of outsourcing my data submission(s) to Valpak

  According to an independent 2009 customer survey, 90% of Valpak Data Solutions customers reported saving money and all customers surveyed reported saving staff time. Other benefits include:

   

  • remove risk of incorrect data and fines
  • make compliance figures accurate. - Advantage? Potential money saving
  • VDS Account Manager will attend every agency audit
  • no need to expend time or train anyone to understand complex regulations
  • peace of mind that data is being done so the customer can focus on their core business