Changes to new uniform ordering process

[POSTMAN]

We have made some welcome changes to our new uniform ordering process – based on your feedback and comments

We’ve updated and improved the new uniform ordering process based on your feedback – so that colleagues are now able to order the uniform accessories they want and need when making their requests as opposed to ALL products in the range.

National uniform and print manager Sam Dixon said: ‘Anyone placing orders for their new uniform will now be given the choice as to whether they order the accessories like headwear, belts and base layers, and footwear has been moved to the BAU ordering process.

‘With the brand-new uniform, we had wanted to give everyone the opportunity to try all the products in the new range as they are very different. But we were getting a lot of calls and emails about this from colleagues who were frustrated that just didn’t need everything.

‘So, based on your suggestions, we have worked with our suppliers, Dimensions, to update our ordering portal to reflect the changes you have asked for.

‘We are always open to feedback and hope these changes will not only make ordering uniform simpler for you but cut down on any unnecessary waste and admin time for everyone.

‘We are unable to amend any orders placed before August 24, but of course, if colleagues find they have ordered items that they would absolutely never wear, they can return them back to Dimensions.’

[theargyspy]

Wow, common sense prevails, 37 years plus in service I NEVER thought I'd see that

Now we need them to find a way to alter our original orders so we don't end up with the men's tights etc

[ssdd]

Wow, common sense prevails, 37 years plus in service I NEVER thought I'd see that

Now we need them to find a way to alter our original orders so we don't end up with the men's tights etc

Would you prefer the women's tights, sir?

[theargyspy]

Wow, common sense prevails, 37 years plus in service I NEVER thought I'd see that

Now we need them to find a way to alter our original orders so we don't end up with the men's tights etc

Would you prefer the women's tights, sir?

Only at weekends

[ssdd]

[rubberbond]

Wow, common sense prevails, 37 years plus in service I NEVER thought I'd see that

Now we need them to find a way to alter our original orders so we don't end up with the men's tights etc

Would you prefer the women's tights, sir?

Only at weekends

Suits you sir, ooh!

[twoloops]

When I asked our DOM why we had to order everything, she said on launch day they wanted us in all the kit all looking the same, you will not be able to wear any of your old kit?

[ssdd]

When I asked our DOM why we had to order everything, she said on launch day they wanted us in all the kit all looking the same, you will not be able to wear any of your old kit?

Can't see the old boys giving up their Harrington's without a fight...ALL the kit you say? Just picturing that....

[Alantidey]

How about the posties wanting to wear shirts instead of polo shirts? I can’t believe we’re restricted to just one! It’s not like the shirts are dress shirts and worn for special occasions! It’s got pockets so much more useful than a polo. Will there be an opportunity to order more?

Good work with the other stuff though. I can’t see me wearing tights any time soon.

[ssdd]

How about the posties wanting to wear shirts instead of polo shirts? I can’t believe we’re restricted to just one! It’s not like the shirts are dress shirts and worn for special occasions! It’s got pockets so much more useful than a polo. Will there be an opportunity to order more?

Good work with the other stuff though. I can’t see me wearing tights any time soon.

It's crazy, this one shirt policy, but that's almost how they're treating it. Like it is for special occasions. In the end I just went with 5 short sleeve polos. It's what I wear at the moment. One for each day. One wash at the end of the week. Repeat. Stuff this 'which one shall I wear today?'.

The new hi-viz vests have pockets, so if you wear one of them you'll have extra anyway. The replenishment period for most of the new uniform is 24 months! That includes the tights, though quite how these are supposed to last that long I don't know. Maybe they're supposed to be for special occasions also.