Evidence / EX-12 / 2025-07-25
HP Order Management: “the cost to offer a discount is too high”
From: HP SMB Customer Service <smbcs@hp.com>
To: Rick Barnett
Sent: July 25, 2025, 3:37 PM PDT
Subject: HP.com Follow-Up on Your Exchange Order – Alternative Options & Discount Offer
To: Rick Barnett
Sent: July 25, 2025, 3:37 PM PDT
Subject: HP.com Follow-Up on Your Exchange Order – Alternative Options & Discount Offer
Dear ████,
I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to follow up with you regarding your exchange order and the recent cancellation and refund process. We attempted to reach you by phone but we're unsuccessful.
I understand you were hoping for a replacement, but unfortunately, the unit you initially ordered is no longer available at the previous sale price, and the cost to offer a discount is too high at this time.
However, I’m happy to provide you with two similar options that might work for you. Both are available at a discounted price, and we would also offer free priority shipping to ensure swift delivery.
Here are the alternatives:
* HP ZBook Power 16 inch G11 Mobile Workstation PC 3 Yr Wolf Pro Security & 3 Yr Warranty – https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/pdp/hp-zbook-power-16-inch-g11-mobile-workstation-pc-wolf-pro-security-edition-p-a1xu0ua-aba-1
* HP ZBook Power 16 inch G11 A Mobile Workstation PC 3 Yr Wolf Pro Security & 3 Yr Warranty – https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/pdp/hp-zbook-power-16-inch-g11-a-mobile-workstation-pc-wolf-pro-security-edition
If either of these options meets your needs, we can schedule a call to finalize the details and place the order, or if you prefer, we can process everything via email—whichever is more convenient for you.
Please let me know which option works best for you, and we’ll be happy to assist you further.
Thank you again for your patience, and I look forward to helping you complete your order.
Warm Regards,
[Order Management specialist]
Order Management Specialist
Boise, Idaho
smbcs@hp.com
[HP customer service line]