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Terms Of Use
Terms Of Use
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- Governing Law
All matters and issues relating to the use or interpretation of these terms of use shall be governed by Malaysian laws for Malaysian citizens and / or permanent residents. All matters and issues relating to the use or interpretation of these terms of use shall be governed by Brunei laws for Brunei citizens and / or permanent residents.
- Intended Use
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- Dispute Resolution
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- No Unlawful or Prohibited Use
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PRIVACY POLICY
We recognized that your privacy is very important to you and to most people who use the Internet. Our privacy policy is detailed below and we suggest that you read it thoroughly. This policy may change from time to time and all changes will be posted here on this Web Site. When so posted, they shall become effective immediately. It is your duty to monitor the changes posted.
This policy addresses what information we collect, how we use it, how to correct or change it, and how we protect and store it.
We collect personal information and we use that information mainly to help us understand your needs so that we may better service you.
The types of personal information that we may collect from you and how we use it will depend on how you use this Web Site.
Registration Obligation
You shall:
i. | Provide true, accurate, current and complete information about yourself as prompted by the Registration form. |
ii. | Maintain and promptly update the Registration data to keep it true, accurate, current & complete. |
All ABOs must use a confidential password, which you will need, together with the identification number that Amway will assign to you in order to log on to the password protected areas of this Website. You shall maintain the confidentiality of any identification number, PIN or password provided. You shall immediately notify Amway of any unauthorised use of these Identifiers, or any other breach of security. You are fully responsible for all activities that occur under these Identifiers. Amway is not responsible for any misuse of your account by someone who uses your Identifiers.
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Rules Of Conduct
Rules Of Conduct
Section:
1. | Introduction |
2. | Definitions |
3. | Becoming a ABO |
4. | Responsibilities and Obligations of all ABO |
5. | Responsibilities and Obligations of all Sponsors |
6. | Preservation of the Line of Sponsorship |
7. | Non-Amway Produced Business Support Materials (BSM) |
8. | Presentation of the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan |
9. | Use of the Amway Trade Name, Trademarks and Copyrighted Materials |
10. | Death and Inheritance |
11. | Breach of Contract; Procedures |
12. | Breach of Contract; Sanctions |
13. | Disposition of Terminated or Non-Renewed ABOship |
Section 1 – Introduction
The Rules of Conduct (“Rules” or “ROC”) define and establish:
1. | Certain principles to be followed in the development and maintenance of an Amway Business. |
2. | The rights, duties, and responsibilities of each ABO. |
The terms and conditions of this relationship are set forth in:
1. | The Amway ABO Contract. |
2. | The Business Manual, which include these Rules of Conduct. |
3. | Other official Amway literature, publication, notification or communications. |
While the Rules primarily define relationships between Amway and ABOs, they also concern relationships among ABOs. Its objectives are:
- To ensure an equal opportunity for ABOs through ethical and responsible business conduct.
- To protect and build a conducive environment for a long-term and profitable Amway business.
- To promote unity and harmony among ABOs.
- To preserve the benefits of the Amway Sales & Marketing Plan equitably for all ABOs.
From time to time, the contents of these documents are changed. Amway will notify the ABO leadership of such changes. Upon final notification by Amway with respect to those changes presented to the ABO leadership, such changes will be communicated to all ABOs in a timely manner in the Amway Amagram and other official Amway communications and literature, and shall become effective upon publication. In order to preserve the goals and purposes of the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan, Amway reserves to itself the sole right to adopt, amend, modify, supplement, or rescind any or all of these Rules, as necessary.
Section 2 – Definitions
- | Amway: “Amway” shall mean Amway Malaysia Sdn. Bhd./ Amway B Sdn. Bhd. | ||||||||||
- | Amway Business: A business, as identified by the Amway ABO Authorization (ADA) number and the Amway Application for Appointment as an Authorized ABO of Amway Products Form. | ||||||||||
- | Amway Business Kit: The collection of literature, sales aid and other materials that ABOs are required to possess in connection with acceptance by Amway of their application and the ABO Contract. | ||||||||||
- | Amway Business Policies: Rules and policies set forth in official Amway literature, including the Rules of Conduct and various other policies and bulletins that may be maintained by Amway from time to time which are incorporated by reference into; (1) the Amway ABO Contract, (2) the Business Manual, and (3) other official Amway literature or communications. | ||||||||||
- | Amway Business Opportunity: The products, marketing, support and compensation system offered by Amway. | ||||||||||
- | Amway Produced Business Support Materials (“Amway BSM”): BSM produced by, or on behalf of Amway. | ||||||||||
- | Amway Products: All goods and services, including literature and other support or auxiliary materials, made available by the Amway Malaysia/Brunei to ABOs. | ||||||||||
- | Amway Sales and Marketing Plan (“Plan”): The system used to calculate the Bonus compensation and recognition for ABO based on product sales as described in the Amway Business Manual and other official Amway literature. | ||||||||||
- | Bonus: The monetary rewards that Amway pays to ABOs in accordance with the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan. | ||||||||||
- | Business Support Materials (“BSM”): The definition for BSM is intended to be interpreted broadly and includes, by way of example, the following; printed materials, audio-video and multimedia productions, internet-based products and services, non-Amway recognition and award systems, meetings and other events, and other materials or equipment used to provide information or support the sale of Amway products and services, as well as coupons, vouchers, tickets or standing order/subscriptions programs relating to any of the previously mentioned. When the term BSM is used with out the preface “Amway Produced”, it refers to non-Amway produced BSM only. | ||||||||||
- | Digital Communications: Digital Communications are electronic transmissions (generally by computer or mobile device) of text, data, images, video, voice, and other information including, without limitation, any posts or publications made available within the digital space, including emails, videos, live streaming, podcasts, blog posts, mobile applications (apps), advertising, forums, webpages, and through any social media or messaging platform, e.g. Facebook®, Instagram®, Line®, Snapchat®, Telegram®, Twitter®, WeChat®, WhatsApp® or YouTube®. | ||||||||||
- | Digital Communication Standards (“DCS”): The document published by Amway and amended from time to time, containing those terms that ABOs must comply with when engaging in any Digital Communications regarding the Amway opportunity, Amway products, or Amway services (directly or indirectly). The DCS are fully incorporated into, and made enforceable as a part of, these Rules of Conduct. | ||||||||||
- | ABO: An independent contractor who has had his Amway Application Form accepted by Amway. | ||||||||||
- | ABO Contract: Refers to the ABO Application along with the incorporated documents that form the terms of the contractual agreement between ABO and Amway. | ||||||||||
- | ABO in Good Standing: ABO can be recognized and compensated by Amway in a variety of ways. Amway’s ABO Compensation Plan offers monthly and annual bonuses that ABOs can earn. ABOs are also eligible for Growth Incentives (GI), Founders Achievement Award (FAA), and noncash awards such as incentive trips, which are discretionary benefits that are separate from the core ABO compensation plan. All achievement awards and bonuses are subject to review and approval by Amway. ABOs must be compliant at all times with the terms of the ABO contract, Amway ABO Compensation Plan and the ABO Rules of Conduct. To be eligible for discretionary benefits such as GI, FAA, and incentive trips, an ABO must consistently demonstrate that they are in Good Standing. Being an ABO in Good Standing affirms the ABO’s commitment to the values of Amway, reflected in its Rules of Conduct, to which all ABOs are bound. ABOs in Good Standing will work collaboratively with Amway to strengthen the business and not engage in any activities that put the Amway business in jeopardy, nor engage in any activities that will bring discredit to Amway. ABOs are considered to be in Good Standing and are eligible to receive any discretionary awards and rewards: |
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ABOs who have a multiple business terminated as the result of a Rules sanction in one market will minimally lose Good Standing in all other markets. ABOs with multiple businesses who lose Good Standing in one market, but do not have their business terminated as the result of a Rules sanction, will have their Good Standing reviewed in all markets. Loss of Good Standing continues until restored at the discretion of the Amway affiliate or until any Rules sanctions are served. |
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- | ABOship: An ABOship is another way to describe an Amway business, which is identified by an ADA number. | ||||||||||
- | Leg: An ABO and all downline ABOs from that individual. | ||||||||||
- | Line of Sponsorship or (“LOS”): The structural organization of ABOs established by the contractual relationship that each ABO has with Amway. | ||||||||||
- | LOS Information: includes all information that discloses or relates to all or part of the structural arrangement of ABOs within the Line of Sponsorship, including but not limited to ABO numbers and other ABO business identification data, ABO personal contact information, ABO business performance information, and all information generated or derived there from, in its present or future forms. | ||||||||||
- | Platinum: An ABO who has achieved a certain level of business activity as specified by the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan. | ||||||||||
- | Prospect: A potential ABO or customer. | ||||||||||
- | Rules of Conduct (“Rules” or “ROC”): Define and establish: (1) certain principles to be followed in the development and maintenance of an Amway Business; and (2) the rights, duties, and responsibilities of each ABO. |
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- | Sponsor: There can be one of three relationships - | ||||||||||
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Section 3 - Becoming an ABO
3.1 | ABO Application Form and Business Kit: To become a duly authorized ABO capable of merchandising Amway’s products and services and sponsoring other ABO, an applicant must apply for authorization from Amway by completing and signing the ABO Application Form and possess the Amway Business Kit. The completed ABO Application must be sent to Amway immediately, and accepted by Amway as authorized in accordance with the provisions of Rule 3.3. No ABO shall present the Amway Business Opportunity as anything other than a business opportunity available to Malaysia and Brunei citizens. |
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3.2 | Husband and Wife ABO: Individuals who are husband and wife shall, upon acceptance by Amway, be authorized as one ABOship. A Person whose spouse is an authorized Amway ABO shall not be eligible to apply as an authorized ABO of another ABOship. |
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3.3 | Requirements: Without limiting Amway’s rights, the following are requirements for becoming a ABO or renewing a ABOship: |
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3.4 | Acceptance or Rejection of ABO Application or Renewal: Amway reserves the right to accept or reject any ABO Application. Likewise, Amway reserves the right to refuse any Renewal request and can revoke the ABOship if a ABO's activities have not been in accordance with the Rules of Conduct or if the ABO is not in Good Standing or has not complied with the requirements of Rule 3.3. |
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3.5 | ABOs Operated through a Legal Entity: A party to a ABO Contract may apply to Amway to operate the ABOship through a legal entity, provided it complies with certain requirements and conditions, including that where legally feasible the entity’s sole purpose is the operation of the Amway Business Opportunity. Contact Amway for current information. The person signing the ABO Contract on behalf of a legal entity must be an authorized representative of that legal entity and must personally meet the qualifications set forth in Rule 3.3 above. A legal entity may be required to submit, in addition to other documents, proof of existence and qualification to conduct the activities anticipated in the ABO Contract, proof of compliance with applicable registration requirements, a document (such as an Authorization for Legal Entity Form) containing various information about and agreements of both the legal entity and the founders and management of the legal entity, or such other similar information and documentation as Amway may request. |
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3.6 | Date of Authorization: The date of authorization as an Amway ABO is when the ABO Application has been processed by Amway. |
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3.7 | Prohibited Sponsoring Practices: A sponsor shall not impose on a Prospect, nor any ABO, as a condition to receiving from the Sponsor assistance in the development of such person’s ABOship, such as: |
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3.8 | Term and Expiration: Unless the term is renewed in accordance with Rule 3.9 of the Rules of Conduct and the Amway Business Policies, a ABOship expires or may be terminated in accordance with its terms. As specified in the ABO Contract, unless earlier terminated by a ABO or Amway, the ABOship shall expire on the one year anniversary of his/her original application. |
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3.9 | Renewal: An ABOship may be renewed at the discretion of Amway provided the ABO is not in violation or breach of Amway’s Rules and Policies and terms of ABO Contract in any market. To be eligible for extension, an ABO must submit (annually) a notice to Amway requesting that the ABOship be renewed (annually). If accepted by Amway, any extension of the term of ABO Contract and Amway’s Rules and Policies shall be effective from the date of extension and concluding twelve months thereafter. The terms of such extension shall be the terms and conditions of the ABO Contract in effect at the time of extension. Without limiting Amway’s discretion to deny extension of a ABOship, the following automatically disqualify an ABO from extension of his/her ABOship. |
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3.10 | Termination: An ABO may terminate the ABOship at any time by providing Amway with written notice of termination at Amway’s address. Amway may terminate the ABOship at any time by providing the ABO with written notice of termination at his/her specific address if he/she fails to comply with the Amway Business Policies, including the Amway Rules of Conduct, the Amway Sales & Marketing Plan and other policies maintained by Amway and which have been incorporated into the ABO Contract. |
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3.11 | Invitations Limited to Husband and Wife only: Invitations for business seminars, incentive trips and other events organized by Amway will only be extended to the authorized ABO and the legal and registered spouse per ABOship. These individuals shall be listed on Amway’s records. |
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3.12 | Conspiracy; Inducement to Breach: An ABO shall not conspire with any other person to breach or induce a breach of any Rules of Conduct or the Amway Business Policies or to induce or attempt to induce another ABO to breach any of the Rules of Conduct or the Amway Business Policies. Any such activity shall constitute a breach of the Rules of Conduct or the Amway Business Policies. |
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3.13 | Exceeding Scope of Authorization: An ABO shall not exceed the scope of authorizations granted pursuant to the ABO Contract. Any such activity shall constitute a breach of the ABO Contract. |
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3.14 | Representations and Warranties: An ABO shall not make any false representation or statement to Amway, nor induce Amway to enter into a ABO Contract under false pretenses, nor breach any representation or warranties implied in this contract or by law. Any such activity shall constitute a breach of the Rules of Conduct or the Amway Business Policies. |
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3.15 | Multiple Breaches: It is a breach of the Rules of Conduct or the Amway Business Policies for an ABO to allow any breaches to remain uncorrected following notification from Amway of the existence of the same, or to have multiple simultaneous, serial or repeating breaches of the Rules of Conduct or the Amway Business Policies. |
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3.16 | Zero Tolerance Rule: It is a breach of the Rules of Conduct or the Amway Business Policies for an ABO to conduct ABO activities in markets in which he or she is not authorized to conduct business. It is a breach of the Rules of Conduct or the Amway Business Policies to conduct ABO activities in markets in which Amway are not doing business. Such unauthorized activity may result in, without prejudice to any rights and remedies otherwise available, the immediate suspension of the ABO’s rights. |
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3.17 | Circumvention of the Rules of Conduct: In case of attempt to circumvent or acting against the intent and spirit of the Rules of Conduct, Amway may at any time take corrective action at its discretion. |
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Section 4 - Responsibilities and Obligations of all ABOs
4.1 | Abide by the Amway Business Policies/Amendments/Duty of Good Faith: At all times, ABO must adhere strictly to the guidelines, procedures and policies stated in the Amway Business Policies of which these Rules of Conduct are a part, in addition to the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan, and, in each case, any amendments made to such from time to time. All ABOs are charged with the duty of good faith and fair dealing under the terms of the ABO Contract. |
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4.2 | Cross Group Buying or Selling/ Supplying: No ABO shall engage in cross-group buying or selling / supplying. “Cross group buying and selling / supplying” occurs when an ABO sells or supplies Amway distributed or supplied products and/or services to another ABO who is not personally sponsored and downline of those sponsored, down to the next Platinum. |
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4.4 | Truthful and Accurate: No ABO shall make any offer to sell any Amway products or services which are not accurate and truthful as to price, grade, quality, performance, and availability. ABO shall not: |
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4.5 | Repackaging: ABO may not repackage products, change the content of products or otherwise change or alter any of the packaging labels of Amway products or services. |
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4.6 | Written Sales Receipt: An ABO who takes and/or delivers an order in person shall deliver to the customer at the time of sale, a written and dated order or receipt which shall: (a) describe the product(s) sold, (b) state the price charged, and (c) give the name, address, and telephone number of the selling ABO. |
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4.7 | Satisfaction Guarantee: Whenever a customer requests Satisfaction Guarantee service within the stated guarantee period, an ABO shall immediately offer the individual his or her choice of a: (a) full refund; (b) exchange for a like product; or (c) full credit toward the purchase of another product. |
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4.8 | Compliance with Applicable Laws, Regulations and Codes: ABOs shall comply with all laws, regulations and codes that apply to the operation of their ABOship wherever their business may be conducted. ABOs must not conduct any activity that could jeopardize the reputation of the ABO and/or Amway. Upon request, ABOs shall forthrightly provide any information requested about an ABO’s activities or any other activities known by the ABO (even with respect to other ABOs). In all such communications with Amway, the ABO shall act with absolute candor and good faith. |
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4.9 | Deceptive or Unlawful Trade Practices: No ABO shall engage in any deceptive or unlawful trade practice. |
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4.10 | Unlawful Business Enterprises or Activities: An ABO shall not operate any illegal or unlawful business enterprise, engage or participate in any illegal or unlawful business activity. |
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4.11 | Professionalism: An ABO shall at all times conduct himself or herself in a courteous and considerate manner and shall not engage in any high-pressure tactics, but shall make a fair presentation of Amway products or services, or the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan, when and where appropriate. |
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4.12 | ABO Relationship: No ABO shall represent that he or she has any employment relationship with Amway or any of its affiliated companies and/or other ABO. |
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4.13 | Franchises and Territories: No ABO shall represent to anyone that there are exclusive franchises or territories available under the Amway Sales & Marketing Plan. |
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4.14 | Other Selling Activities: Except as provided in the Digital Communications Standards, ABOs may not take advantage of their knowledge of or association with other ABOs, including their knowledge resulting from or relating to the Line of Sponsorship, in order to promote and expand other business ventures. Such conduct constitutes an unwarranted and unreasonable interference with the business contract of other ABOs and Amway. |
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4.15 | Interference in another ABO’s ABOship; Inducement: It is a breach of the Rules of Conduct or the Amway Business Policies for a ABO to: |
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4.16 | Exporting Amway’s Products: No ABO may export or import, or sell to others who import or export, AMWAY’s products from any other country in which AMWAY has established operations, into any country regardless of whether or not AMWAY is doing business in that country. ABOs may, however, take Amway products across borders for personal use, with the following limitations: |
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4.17 | Retail Effort Rule: Amway pays bonuses under the Amway Sales & Marketing Plan based on sales to end consumers. For a ABO to be entitled to bonuses and/or qualification under the Amway Sales & Marketing Plan, that ABO’s purchases must be consumed or sold to end consumers within a reasonable period as determined by Amway. Amway reserves the right to deny all qualifications, awards and rewards if in Amway’s judgment, the ABO’s purchases are not in compliance to this rule. |
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4.18 | Unsolicited E-mail Messages: Digital Communications as used in these Rules means electronic transmissions (generally by computer or mobile device) of text, data, images, video, voice, and other information including, without limitation, any posts or publications made available within the digital space, including emails, videos, live streaming, podcasts, blog posts, mobile applications (apps), advertising, forums, webpages, and through any social media or messaging platform, e.g. Facebook®, Instagram®, Line®, Snapchat®, Telegram®, Twitter®, WeChat®, WhatsApp® or YouTube®. The Rules apply to ABO Digital Communications regarding Amway, the Amway opportunity, Amway products and services (directly or indirectly), or when the Digital Communications constitute BSM as defined under the Rules and BSM Policy. Since the digital space is unique, Amway has established Digital Communications Standards (DCS) to ensure ABO Digital Communications are in compliance with the Rules. The DCS are incorporated into and made a part of these Rules, and ABOs must comply with the DCS. A copy of the currently applicable DCS is available upon request from Amway. |
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4.19 | Fundraising: No ABO shall use Amway products in conjunction with any type of fundraising activity. Fundraising includes but is not limited to the solicitation for the purchase of Amway products or services based on the representation that all, or some, of the gains, proceeds, bonuses, or profits generated by such sale will benefit a particular group, organization or cause. |
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4.20 | Amway Sales and Marketing Plan Manipulation: No ABO shall manipulate the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan or award volume in any way which results in the payment of Bonuses or other awards and recognition that have not been earned in accordance with the terms of the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan and/or the Amway Business Manual. In this regard, the strategic and artificial structuring of an Amway Line of Sponsorship for the purpose of depth building, whether or not there are relationships between those who are sponsored and those who sponsor, is considered to be manipulation and an unacceptable business practice. Amway at its sole discretion will determine what constitutes manipulation of the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan. |
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4.21 | Personal/Business Information Update: All ABOs are responsible for communicating any updates or changes to their personal information (e.g., name, address, and telephone numbers, etc.) or business information (e.g., change of business status, etc.) to Amway. |
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4.22 | Proprietary Information: In addition to the provisions contained in Rule 9 of the Rules of Conduct, pertaining to the use of the Amway trade name, trademarks and copyrighted materials, Amway’s confidential and proprietary business information including, by way of example and not limitation, Line of Sponsorship information (i.e., information compiled by Amway that discloses or relates to all or part of the specific arrangement of sponsorship within the Amway business, including, without limitation, ABO lists, sponsorship trees, and all ABOs or Amway business information generated there from, in its present and future forms), business information, manufacturing and product development, business plans, and ABO sales, earnings and other financial information, etc., constitute commercially advantageous, unique, and proprietary trade secret and business secrets of Amway which it keeps proprietary and confidential and treats as a trade secret and business secret and constitute “Proprietary Information” subject to the ABO Contract. |
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4.23 | Presentation Rules The content of the presentations which include or support the promotion of the retailing of Amway™ products and services, or the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan, must otherwise be in accordance with the following: |
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4.24 | Activity Outside Malaysia or Activity Outside The Market Where The ABO Is Registered: ABOs who engage, directly or indirectly, in any activity related to the Amway business in a jurisdiction outside of Malaysia must do so in a manner that complies with the letter and spirit of the applicable laws, regulations, and rules, policies and procedures of the Amway affiliate in that jurisdiction, regardless of whether they are registered ABOs in that jurisdiction. Failure to do so shall be a breach of the ABO Contract. |
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4.25 | Advertising: An ABO may not present the Amway Business Plan or solicit participation in the Amway Business Plan through any broadcast communication methods including mass mailings, telemarketing, national or international advertising, radio, television, facsimile services, or any other means by which personal contact with a Prospect is not present. Advertising is allowed in a limited context as described in the Digital Communication Standards. |
Section 5 - Responsibilities and Obligation of All Sponsors/Platinums
Each Amway Business Owner (ABOs) is responsible for building his/her own Amway business. Amway recognizes that proper support, training and motivation from the Sponsor/Platinum are also important to the continued growth of Amway businesses downline. However, Sponsor and other upline activities must never undermine the independence and personal effort of each Amway business or improperly interfere with the relationship between Amway and each ABO. Further, Section 5 prohibits excessive or improper upline involvement which may also constitute manipulation of the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan (Section 4.20).
Amway reserves the right to evaluate the type and frequency of upline involvement to determine whether it constitutes interference in violation of the Rules of Conduct.
5.1 | Duties and Responsibilities of Sponsors An ABO who engages in sponsoring activity or who sponsors an ABO shall: |
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5.2 | Duties and Responsibilities of Platinums The following are some of the responsibilities and functions of a Platinum ABO: |
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Section 6 - Preservation of the Line of Sponsorship
6.1 | Protection of the Line of Sponsorship: The sale of an ownership interest in a ABOship, transferring a ABOship, requires prior approval by Amway. This approval shall be at Amway’s sole discretion. |
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6.2 | Individual Transfers: An individual transfer involves the transfer of a ABO without any of his or her sponsored ABOs. Without limiting or restricting in anyway Amway’s powers and discretion under Rule 6.1 above: |
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6.3 | Group Transfers: A group transfer involves the transfer of a ABO with all or some of his/her personally sponsored and downline of those sponsored. Without limiting or restricting in any way Amway’s powers and discretion under 6.1 above: |
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6.4 | Six Month Inactivity: An ABO who wishes to terminate (by resignation or failure to extend) his or her ABOship under his or her present Sponsor and who thereafter becomes inactive for a period of six or more consecutive months shall cease to be an authorized ABO and may, following the lapse of said inactive period, apply as a new ABO under a new Sponsor. The date on which Amway receives the letter of resignation begins the inactivity period. A person who has not renewed his/her ABOship will be considered expired and must remain inactive six months from the beginning of the following month. |
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6.5 | Sale of a ABOship: A ABO who owns a ABOship (whether or not qualified as Platinum or above may sell his or her ABOship only to another authorized ABO as prescribed by this rule. Amway requires that specific terms of sale be included in any sales agreement. In order to preserve the Line of Sponsorship, the selling ABO must offer his or her ABOship in the order of priority stated below and the ABO interested in purchasing the ABOship must meet all of the terms and conditions as set forth in these Rules. The purchased business shall remain separate from the buyer’s other Amway business and the Line of Sponsorship shall not be altered in any way as a result of the sale. |
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6.6 | One Amway Business Rule: A ABO may own, have an interest in, be a signatory on or be listed as a designee on only one ABOship, except as provided in Rules 6.6.1 – 6.6.5. Only under the following circumstances may a ABO have ownership interest in more than one ABOship: |
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6.7 | Mergers and Combinations of ABOships: No merger or combination of two or more existing ABOships by reason of intentional affirmative act on the part of the owners shall be permitted which results in the merging ABOships obtaining any level of achievement. |
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6.8 | Divorce, Separation, or Other Dissolution: Whenever a business is ordered to be separated or divided as the result of a divorce, dissolution of a corporation or partnership (where applicable), the separation or division must be accomplished in such a way as to not adversely affect the interests and/or income of the ABO in the Line of Sponsorship. During the division or separation process, neither party shall administer or operate, together or separately, any other ABOship without Amway’s express written consent. |
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6.9 | Disposition of a ABOship: If a ABO terminates his/her ABOship with Amway, or fails to apply for extension of the ABOship within the required time period, or dies without leaving heirs who are willing and able to assume responsibility for the ABOship, Amway, at its sole discretion, shall decide the future of the ABOship in accordance with Section 13. |
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Section 7 - Non-Amway Produced Business Support Materials (BSM)
While Amway does not require anybody to purchase BSM, ABOs may decide that they can play a useful role in building a profitable business or achieving goals. BSM are entirely optional and ABOs who chooses to promote, use, sell or distribute BSM must emphasize that the purchase is strictly voluntary. All BSM utilized in building an AB or selling an Amway product must comply with the Rules of Conduct, the Business Support Materials Policy, the Digital Communication Standards and the Amway Business Policies. BSM may not be sold to non-ABOs nor can the purchase of any BSM be framed as a requirement for becoming an ABO. Amway does not endorse any BSM. At its sole discretion, Amway may review any BSM and adjudge whether or not it is suitable for use in the market. Amway’s review would be solely for the determination of compliance with its Rules of Conduct, Review Standards, Business Practices, the Digital Communication Standards and Amway Business Policies, including quality control procedures (“Quality Control”). ABOs are responsible for compliance with all laws regarding the content, production, distribution, and sale or use of BSM.
For further clarification of this Rule, refer to the Affiliates BSM Policy.
7.1 | ABO Only: ABO may produce BSM dealing with general subjects of a “how-to” nature; however, they must bear the legend “For Existing ABO Only – Not for use with Prospects.” |
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Section 8 - Presentation of the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan
8.1 | Must not Give False Impression: When inviting a prospect to hear a presentation of the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan, an ABO shall neither directly or indirectly: |
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8.2 | First Contact with Prospects: It is a breach of the Rules of Conduct or the Amway Business Policies for an ABO to mislead or fail to inform a Prospect ABO the nature of the ABO activities and, therefore, at the first contact with Prospects, an ABO must: |
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8.3 | Sponsorship Ethics: In seeking participation of a prospect in the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan, the sponsoring ABO must comply with Rule 4.23 above as well as the following: |
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8.4 | No Exclusive Territories: No ABO shall represent that there are exclusive territories available. It is a breach of the terms of ABOship to make such a representation. |
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8.5 | No Obligation to Purchase: An ABO shall not require a Prospect to purchase products and/or services and/or that a deposit is required in order to participate, nor that there is a fee under the form of a training course, seminar, social event or similar activity in order to have the right to participate, except for the Amway Business Kit. It is a breach of the terms of ABOship to make such a representation. |
Section 9 - Use of the Amway Trade Name, Trademarks and Copyrighted Materials
This rule has been developed to maintain the integrity of Amway’s intellectual property and to ensure that the AMWAY brand will be available exclusively for the Amway Business. In addition, Amway has implemented a corporate identity program that requires the correct and consistent use of the Amway corporate logo, no matter where it appears. Therefore, no alterations to the approved logotype are allowed. Upon request, Amway will provide an example of the approved logotype and color specifications.
9.1 | Misuse and Misappropriation: ABOs shall not misuse or misappropriate Amway’s trademarks or other intellectual property or proprietary information. It is a breach of the ABO Contract for a ABO to use any trademarks or other intellectual property or proprietary information belonging to or licensed to Amway except in accordance with the applicable terms, conditions and procedures set forth in the ABO Contract, including the Amway Rules and Policies. |
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9.2 | Imprinted banners/signs for Meetings/Events: If an ABO is at the Platinum level or above, and desires to conduct a meeting or event in which the Amway name will be displayed in public, the ABO must first obtain prior written approval from Amway for such use of the Amway name (A public meeting is one where prospects may attend). The ABO shall provide a written request to Amway for each meeting; such request shall include a description of the proposed banners/signs, their size, materials to be used for banner/signs and location. |
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9.3 | Imprinted Checks and Business Cards: Provided that a ABO is otherwise in full compliance with the Rules of Conduct and all other provisions of the ABO Contract, a ABO may use the AMWAY name (but not the AMWAY trademark, logo or any other trademarks, trade names, or service marks belonging to or licensed to Amway), on his imprinted checks and business cards provided that name is used in one of the following ways with no deviation: |
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9.4 | Promotional Literature, Stationery, Premiums, etc.: ABOs shall not produce or procure from a source other than Amway any item bearing the Amway name or logo or any trademarks, trade names or service marks belonging to or licensed to Amway. |
Section 10 - Death and Inheritance
10.1 | Death and Inheritance: Upon the death of an ABO, the ABO’s interest in the ABOship may be passed on to a relative or other designated person, subject to the laws on succession and Amway’s acceptance of the assignment of the ABOship pursuant to Rule 3. Therefore, the original ABO must make proper arrangements during their lifetime for the orderly and legal transfers of ownership of their ABOship to their heirs. This is to ensure that downline ABOs will continue to receive proper service, training and motivation. In the event that the heirs do not take steps to take over the ABOship, the ABOship may be deemed abandoned in accordance with 13.1. When a ABOship is deemed abandoned, the heirs shall have no further rights in the ABOship. Amway may then move up the Line of Sponsorship to the next qualified sponsor unless such a movement increases the number of 21% legs of the upline sponsor in which case the ABOship shall be designated as a placeholder. |
Section 11 - Breach of Contract; Procedures
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Waiver of Claims:
An ABO waives any and all claims against Amway arising out of or in respect to any action that Amway takes under the ABOship and/or this Rule. An ABO who is terminated, de-sponsored or has other action taken as a result of a violation of the Rules of Conduct or the Amway Business Policies shall have no claim against Amway arising out of or with respect to the termination or de-sponsorship.
Section 12 - Breach of Contract; Sanctions
12.1 | Sanctions: In the event Amway at it sole discretion determines that there has been a breach of the Rules of Conduct or the Amway Business Policies by a ABO, Amway may take one or more of the following actions: |
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12.2 | No Waiver: The failure of Amway to take any action upon learning of a breach or potential breach shall not constitute a waiver of Amway’s rights to assert such a breach in the future. The failure of a ABO to take any action upon learning of a breach shall not constitute a waiver of any other rights or remedies that may be available under applicable law. |
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12.3 | Suspension: Amway reserves the right to determine the specific terms of each Suspension on a case by case basis. In the event of any breach of contract by a ABO, Amway may take action to suspend some or all of the ABO’s privileges under the ABOship, including but not limited to: |
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Section 13 - Disposition of Terminated or Non-Renewed ABOship
13.1 | Abandonment: When a ABOship is terminated or not renewed, the ABOship is considered abandoned, and the signatory to the ABO Contract shall have no further rights in the ABOship. Amway may Assign or Dissolve the ABOship, pursuant to Rule 13.1.1 and Rule 13.1.2, the right to operate an Amway business in the former ABO’s position in the Line of Sponsorship to another ABO, or may remove such position in the Line of Sponsorship, in its sole discretion. In exercising its prerogative hereunder, Amway may elect to employ one of the following methods or any other method permissible by law, and may unilaterally modify and amend the ABOship of any affected ABO to change their Sponsor and the Line of Sponsorship as may be necessary to implement such decision: |
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13.2 | No Limitation on Amway: Amway, however, is in no way limited to any of the above methods of disposition of an Amway business and may exercise complete discretion as to methods and/or timing of disposition. |
Principles & Etiquette of Using Social Media
Principles & Etiquette of Using Social Media
People like to do business with people they know, like and trust. That has always been the case, and we believe that social media is so exciting for the direct selling industry – and for you – because of its power to help others get to know, like, and trust AMWAY and its ABOs.
Social media can benefit you and your AMWAY business in a number of ways, including:
- - reconnecting with friends, colleagues, and customers
- - making existing relationships stronger
- - providing timely product information and customer support
- - inspiring people to learn more about the business opportunity
AMWAY is committed to using social media to increase brand awareness, favourability, purchase intent and loyalty, and to drive customers and prospective ABOs to the business. We ask you to make a commitment also – to use social media in a way that is relevant, responsible, and honest. To help you do that, we have come up with a list of guiding principles and etiquette:
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People like to do business with positive people. Share good news and make an effort to bring a smile to people every day. Always be sure to avoid arguments and other negative conversations. You’re more likely to achieve positive results from your social media efforts when you keep it positive. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
- | Find a Good Mix | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
People don’t appreciate being bombarded with “join my business” and “buy from me” posts, nor do they like an overabundance of messages describing the intimate details of your personal life. Maintain a balance between business and personal in your messaging efforts. |
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Don’t forget to meet people in real life too! Don’t let social media replace face-to-face relationship building. The importance of personal meetings and phone calls – live, one-on-one interactions – are invaluable. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
- | Avoid Spam | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Not only is it in poor taste to provide a link to your personal retail website on a public discussion board, forum, or other public places on the Internet, but it could put you at odds with the AMWAY Rules of Conduct regarding soliciting and advertising. It could also be a violation of the website terms and conditions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Be truthful and accurate at all times. What is said online generally stays there and can spread quickly and widely through links or copying. Misleading others or making false claims jeopardises your – and AMWAY’s – reputation. If you plan to talk about your business, be open about the fact that it is an AMWAY business. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
- | Be Relevant and Credible | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
If you want to become a trusted source of information on a topic to help build your business, combine your personal comments and stories with meaningful advice, tips, or articles that others would care about. Be sure to offer simple, sound, and accurate advice that helps you establish your credibility and earn your readers’ trust. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Always remember that others online are free to speak the truth as they have experienced it. The best way to change a person’s perception is through actions, not words. Show them that AMWAY ABOs are their friends,neighbours, and community members by acting as such. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Rules of Conduct are designed to help you represent your business, and AMWAY, in the best possible light. Be sure you are aware of, and adhere to, the Rules of Conduct in order to get the most benefit from your online marketing efforts. Adhering to the following will help assure you’re in compliance with the Rules: |
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It’s important to offer AMWAY products in the right way. You should never offer products as a general status update – prospecting for customers must be done in a closed environment to ensure compliance with AMWAY’s advertising rules. If someone on a social media site asks how to buy a product, send him a direct message so you can follow up effectively. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The AMWAY Business Opportunity can make a difference in people’s lives. But when you share online, it’s important to do so the right way to avoid alienating your contacts. Here are some tips to keep in mind when prospecting online: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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AMWAY Malaysia is officially on Facebook from 23 September 2011
You can now find the latest news on AMWAY as well as updates, fun facts, and lots of product tips. Be our fan today! “Like” us on Facebook.
Facebook is today’s essential tool to keep you connected with friends and prospects. We hope that with AMWAY Malaysia joining Facebook, it can be a trendy, new channel for you to grow your business.
We welcome all comments and feedback but please note our Facebook page is open to all and visible to the world. Do share positive comments and feedback, as you are the steward for AMWAY and all its brands.
See you on FB!
Business Support Material Policy
Business Support Material Policy
RULES & REGULATIONS
For long term stability and profitability of your Amway business, we are pleased to announce that with effect from April 01, 2003, Amway is implementing the following Business Support Materials (BSM)/Events Policy. We urge that all Amway Business Owners (ABOs) understand and observe both the letter and spirit of the policy in addition to the Amway Rules of Conduct.
BUSINESS SUPPORT MATERIALS (BSM) / EVENTS POLICY
Basic Policy
The fundamental business of Amway & its ABOs is to sell products and services and provide a legitimate business opportunity. In building the business, Amway recognises that responsible and appropriate Business Support Materials (BSM) and Events may assist in providing valuable training and motivation. However, BSM and Events unless properly managed, can become a source of controversy and have a negative impact on Amway's reputation as a respected corporate citizen.
The Amway business in Malaysia is licensed under the Direct Sales Act 1993. Amway must comply with the laws plus the terms and conditions indicated in our Direct Sales Licence. ABOs are authorised by Amway to operate under the umbrella of the Direct Sales Licence issued to Amway. The business of ABOs are so associated and intertwined with that of Amway Malaysia that involvement in any uncontrolled and unregulated activities by ABOs may be prejudicial to and could expose Amway's licence to risk. Any form of rewards or benefits built into sale or promotion of BSM/Events may be regarded by the Authorities that such production, dissemination, sale and promotion of these BSM/Events are themselves some form of unlicensed direct sales business conducted by individuals, group of ABOs or third party incorporated companies. This is a grave risk, as Amway may be perceived as being directly involved. Amway may be seen as encouraging, aiding and abetting such BSM. Aiding and abetting the breach of a criminal provision such as one contained in the Direct Sales Act 1993 is itself a criminal wrong. In addition to potential criminal exposure, Amway's licence could be put at risk as well as its good reputation earned over the past years.
In light of the foregoing, a BSM/Events Policy is therefore necessary to protect the long-term stability of Amway & its ABOs as well as maintain and foster the excellent reputation of Amway's and its ABOs as responsible business operators. As such, BSM/Events will be allowed under Amway's guidelines.
Definition of Business Support Materials (BSM)
For purposes of this Policy, Business Support Materials (BSM) shall mean those products and services which are intended to support and assist the marketing and sale of Amway's products and services as well as the Amway business opportunity, including but not limited to:
- Books, magazines, catalogues, newspapers, newsletters or any forms of printed materials.
- Tapes, CDs, Wav, MP3 or any other form of audible materials.
- Video cassettes, VCDs, DVDs or any other form of visual materials.
- Websites, Web pages, Standing Order Forms or any other multimedia form of materials.
Statement of Requirements
The following general standards will apply:
1. | All sales and purchases of BSM (including hereafter event tickets) must be strictly voluntary. No sales pressure or coercion whatsoever may be used to compel or convince an ABO to buy or sell BSM. For the avoidance of any doubt, no ABO may be offered or an ABO cannot be burdened or obligated to purchase BSM consisting of which may include but not limited to series of BSM, services or products or any combination thereof of any third party packaged, bundled, combined with or tagged to any of such BSM. ABOs may not be offered BSM that are packaged together with products and/or services. There must be a written statement provided to each ABO that is in a form satisfactory to Amway that indicates that the purchase of BSM is voluntary and that if for any reason the ABO is not satisfied he or she can receive a full refund. | ||||||||||||||
2. | An ABO cannot be placed at any disadvantage by an upline or downline as a result of not selling and/or purchasing BSM. | ||||||||||||||
3. | ABOs shall not receive any compensation, incentives or benefits for sale of BSM. | ||||||||||||||
4. | ABOs may sell BSM only at cost and its pricing must be clearly stated. There should be no profiteering from the sale of any BSM. ABOs can always provide BSM for free. BSM pricing must therefore adhere to this but not exceed the respective pricing stated below: | ||||||||||||||
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Note: All prices above are exclusive of GST. The above pricing policy shall be subject to review or amendment as deemed appropriate by Amway Malaysia. | |||||||||||||||
5. | Contents of BSM must be truthful and fair and not contain any income claims, product claims nor religious and political elements. The Company has the right to review any BSM offered by an ABO for sale (or free) to ensure compliance with this Policy. | ||||||||||||||
6. | ABOs cannot receive any benefits from third party produced BSM. | ||||||||||||||
7. | No Amway trademark, trade name or logo may be used on any BSM, including third party BSM, without prior written permission of Amway. | ||||||||||||||
8. | ABOs may not promote or sell events tickets/BSM offered by third parties who fail to comply with this Policy and the Amway Rules of Conduct. |
Events, Rallies and Meetings
With respect to events, rallies and meetings ("events"), in addition to the foregoing standards, the following additional standards apply.
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2. | No profit may be earned from sale of tickets to these events. | ||||||
3. | Following the conclusion of the event, a summary of account substantiating no profit was earned must be submitted to Amway Malaysia upon request. | ||||||
4. | In the event Amway cannot identify the ABO who is responsible for the meeting, all Diamonds in the line of sponsorship may be held accountable. | ||||||
5. | Costs such as per diems and travel expenses paid to guest speakers should be in compliance with Amway's published guidelines. | ||||||
6. | Cross-group supply of tickets/passes to ABO-organised events is strictly prohibited. Leaders are to ensure event promotion, if any, should strictly be within their own organisation and no cross-group promotion of events unless with the written consent of upline Diamond. | ||||||
7. | Upline Diamond's consent is required for any Platinum who wish to plug-in into other groups. | ||||||
8. | No solicitation or inducement to any ABO of other groups to plug-in. | ||||||
9. | Organisation identity at Amway Sponsored Meetings, Newsgram and Amagram publications is not allowed. |
Presentation Rules
Rules Governing Presentation Content at Meetings Designed to Support the Amway Business.
To protect both the ABO’s and Amway's reputations and so as to avoid unwanted and inappropriate remarks, assertions and statements made in the course of a presentation that could give rise to issues, disharmony and expose Amway to unnecessary and undue scrutiny, the following Presentation Rules will have to be adhered to at all Amway business related events.
The content of the presentations must include or support the promotion of the retailing of Amway products and services, and must otherwise be in accordance with the following:
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2. | Personal reflections on the following are not appropriate: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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3. | Discussions from a business stage must only relate to ethics and positive attitudes that will assist and encourage the ABO's and Amway's products, services and business. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
4. | Income representations, whether direct or implied, must reflect a realistic income potential from participation in the Amway Sales and Marketing Plan. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
5. | Participation in a BSM/Events must always be positioned as an optional aspect of supporting the building of an Amway Business. |
Consequences of Non-Compliance
• | If an ABO violates the BSM/Event Policy, a written letter demanding the ABO to cease and desist within a time period will be issued. | ||||||||||
• | Those who fail to comply or who have shown a total disregard for the policy as evidenced by repeated violations may be subject to one or more of the following actions: | ||||||||||
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Amendment of Policy
This policy will be reviewed and possibly amended from time to time to always ensure Amway Malaysia's best efforts to remain compliant with the Direct Sales Act and the conditions imposed upon our Licence Renewal and to meet the diverse and changing needs of Amway Malaysia and its ABO organisation.
This policy is without prejudice to and is not in derogation of any other provisions or Rules contained in the Amway Rules of Conduct.
The description of Business Support Materials (BSM) set out in these Rules shall equally apply to any foregoing Rules.
Exporting/Importing of Products
Exporting/Importing of Products
The Amway Rules of Conduct are established to uphold essential standards of behaviour to support and preserve the benefits of the Amway Sales & Marketing Plan equitably for all ABOs.
1. | Why is exporting/importing or selling of Amway products from Malaysia to any other country or vice versa prohibited? | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The prohibition is essential for the following reasons: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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2. | Can I ship, supply or retail Amway products purchased in Malaysia to Brunei and Singapore in view that they are operated as a single Line of Sponsorship? | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Retailing Amway products in such countries, whether directly or indirectly, constitutes cross border activities which is strictly prohibited, and is in violation of the Amway Rules of Conduct. Therefore, all Amway ABOs can only order and supply/retail the products in their own countries of operation. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3. | What should I do if my customers want to buy certain products in bulk? | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
You are advised to be vigilant in knowing your customers as well as your downlines’ retailing activities as such non compliance may implicate and impact you. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
4. | Where can I learn more about this rule? | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Kindly refer to Section 4.3 and Section 4.16 of the Amway Rules of Conduct in the Amway Business Manual, page 33 and 34. We seek your cooperation to report any such incidences via e-mail to MyHelpDesk@amway.com, and to provide the Company with the evidence of such misconduct. |
"A world-class organisation draws its strength, its stability, its spirit, and its success by living its values."
Rich DeVos,
Amway Co-Founder
Unauthorised Amway Business Owner Activity In Unopened Markets Policy
Enticement Process
Enticement Process
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Notification to the sponsor and upline Platinum when an ABO terminates their ABOship which allow the sponsor/Platinum to follow up with the ABO. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Notification to former sponsor and Platinum when a former ABO from their LOS reapply. The new Platinum name will be disclose in the notice. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Notification to former sponsor and Platinum when a former ABO from their LOS reapply to become an ABO. The new Platinum name will be disclose in the notice. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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We strongly encourage ABOs to comply with the Amway Rules of Conduct (AROC), following the spirit and letter of these rules to foster a conducive environment for the Amway business.
Price Undercutting & Cross Group Supply
Price Undercutting & Cross Group Supply
Sell Ethically
Selling is an integral part to creating a successful Amway business. However, to sell ethically means conducting business with your uplines, downlines, customers and company with integrity and in accordance with the Amway Rules of Conduct. This builds trust, confidence and respect among all and ensure our continued growth.
As a leader in your organisation, you are personally responsible to ensure ethical business conduct is taught and used in your organisation. The Company would not hesitate to effect stern action on any ABO for noncompliance to the Amway Rules of Conduct and who conduct their business in a manner that jeopardises other ABOs.
No Cross Group Supply of Product
ABOs are prohibited from selling or supplying products to ABOs in another Line of Sponsorship. This is referred to as “cross group supply”. Such practice tantamount to “stealing” because it deprives that Line of Sponsorship of their rightful PV/BV.
The Rules B-1 states that:
“No Distributor shall engage in cross group buying or supplying. “Cross group buying and supplying” occurs when a Distributor supplies Amway distributed products and/or services to another Distributor who is not within his/her Line of Sponsorship.
A Distributor in one Line of Sponsorship must only buy AMWAYTM products and services and Amway literature supplies directly from his/her Sponsor up to his/her upline Direct Distributor or Amway.
A Distributor must not supply AMWAY products and services to another Distributor who is not in his/her Line of Sponsorship.”
If there is an intention to give AMWAY products as a gift to someone who is a current ABO of another Line of Sponsorship, such gift or product should be ordered from the recipient’s Line of Sponsorship. This will ensure PV/BV is accorded to the correct Line of Sponsorship for proper computation of bonuses as well as qualification. Taking back products to evade corrective action, amount to interference with the Line of Sponsorship. It would also jeopardise the relationship between the Company and its customers/ABOs.
No Price Undercutting
An ABO is entitled to earn retail profits for the personalised services that you render to your customers and because retail profits are part of the Amway reward programme. Price undercutting is defined as selling at a price below the customer or ABO price as recommended by Amway.
Price undercutting not only deprives you of rightful reward, but also deprives others of equal opportunity to build their Amway business. Furthermore, it devalues our products, giving our customers a lower perceived value or price of these products. Such unethical conduct will not help you establish a long-term and profitable business.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
The Company views such practices seriously as it jeopardises the livelihood of other ABOs. We will not hesitate to impose strong corrective actions to protect the interest of all ABOs.
We seek your cooperation to report any such incidences via e-mail to MyHelpDesk@amway.com, and to provide the company with the evidence of such misconduct.
Six Months Inactivity Rule - 6MIR
Six Months Inactivity Rule - 6MIR
The Amway Rules of Conduct are established to uphold essential standards of behaviour to support and preserve the benefits of the Amway Sales & Marketing Plan equitably for all AMWAY Business Owners (ABOs).
SIX MONTHS INACTIVITY RULE
Integrity of the Line of Sponsorship is an integral part of the Amway Sales & Marketing Plan. The Six Months Inactivity Rule serves to protect your Line of Sponsorship and to ensure ABOs are able to build a strong and stable Amway business. As such, Amway will strictly enforce this rule.
The period of Six Months Inactivity Rule commences from the months after the expiry month or the date the ABO resigns from the ABOship, whichever is earlier. Amway defines resignation date as the date of receipt of the resignation.
The onus of compliance lies with the former ABO concerned. It is also the responsibility of the Sponsor from the new Line of Sponsorship to verify that the Six Months Inactivity Rule has been duly complied with before the former ABO signs the SA88 Application Form. If a violation to the Six Months Inactivity Rule has been duly proven, corrective action such as group and PV/BV transfer back to the original Line of Sponsorship shall be taken against the ABO concerned.
Example 1: Lapse
ABO A did not submit his/her Intent to Continue cum amagram™ Subscription (ITCCAS) after the expiry of his/her ABOship in March 2010. Thus, the Six Months Inactivity Rule period commences from 01 April 2010 and ends on 30 September 2010. ABO A may sign up AFTER 30 September 2010, i.e. from 01 October 2010 onwards.
Example 2: Resignation
Amway received ABO B’s resignation on 12 December 2009 even though the expiry of his/her ABOship is only due in March 2010. Thus, the Six Months Inactivity Rule period commences from 12 December 2009 and ends on 11 June 2010. ABO B may sign up AFTER 11 June 2010, i.e. from 12 June 2010 onwards.
Intellectual Property Rights - IP
Intellectual Property Rights - IP
This policy is published by Amway Malaysia Sdn Bhd and the license is under Copyright 2001 Amway.
Amway owns and manages Amway’s intellectual property rights and other associated intellectual property, which include but not limited to, NUTRILITE, eSpring, ATMOSPHERE, ARTISTRY, SATINIQUE, BODY SERIES, GLISTER, COLOUR CREATION, ALLANO, SUDZY, TROPICAL HERBS, BEE TREASURES, DISH DROPS, iCOOK, and QUEEN.
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2. | Changes | ||||||||||||||
Company may make changes to this Section from time to time. Please keep abreast with the update to ensure you are in compliance with our Policy. | |||||||||||||||
3. | Intellectual Property Infringement | ||||||||||||||
Amway respects the intellectual property of others and we ask our ABOs to do the same, in accordance with the Trade Mark Law and Amway Business Conduct & Rules. |
Key Points to ABO’s Use of Third Parties’ Intellectual Property
- ABOs should not use Amway’s or Amway affiliate’s trademarks, copyrights, or other intellectual property without prior written authorization from Amway.
- ABOs should understand the importance of proper clearance and use of third party intellectual property.
- ABOs should comply with Amway’s Rules of Conduct relating to use of third party intellectual property, as part of compliance with all local laws and regulations.
- ABOs should not record (audio or video) Amway meetings or functions without prior written authorization from Amway.
- Without appropriate licenses, ABOs should not use the trademarks, copyright, or other intellectual property of third parties in connection with their Amway business.
- Without appropriate licenses, videos should not be uploaded to the internet or distributed by e-mail.
If you believe that Amway’s intellectual property has been infringed, please write in to us to mysales@amway.com with subject title, “Intellectual Property Infringement [Your ABOship Number]”. Please provide in the email, information of the infringement such as the link to the infringement, contact detail of the infringer, and the photo of the infringement so Amway may follow up on the matter.
Return and Refund - Satisfaction Guarantee - Manufacturer's Warranty
Return and Refund - Satisfaction Guarantee - Manufacturer's Warranty
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The direct selling industry is self regulated by a Code of Ethics established by the World Federation of Direct Selling Associations (WFDSA) that states that direct selling companies and independent sellers shall not use misleading, deceptive or unfair sales practices. Most countries also have individual Direct Selling Association codes of ethics that localise the WFDSA Code under applicable laws and regulations. Amway adheres to these codes through its consumer protections, which AMWAYPROMISE brings together under the following pillars: |
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Low-cost, Low-risk Opportunity Promises zero purchase requirements and minimal sign-up fees for new business owners. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to get ahead. That’s why we promise to always provide a low-cost, low-risk opportunity. |
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100% Satisfaction Guarantee Helps ensure satisfaction with our products or opportunity. If you’re not getting what you expected from your Amway opportunity or an Amway product – let us know, and we’ll work tirelessly to make sure you’re 100% satisfied. |
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Warranty Programs Peace of mind with Amway products.We’re confident in the quality of the durable products that we offer. If your product has an issue we provide a variety of innovative service, repair and warranty programs that allow you to easily address any concerns that you may have. |
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Customer Services Support you can count on. We know you’ll have questions along the way and we have the answers. For ABOs and consumers, Amway is committed to providing top-notch service, whether face-toface, on the phone, or online. |
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The Right to Know Knowledge is power. We promise to clearly communicate and make easily accessible all information related to the above consumer protections, as well as to our Inventory Buy-Back policy and Cooling Off Period. |
- | This Guarantee does not apply to products that have been intentionally damaged or misused, AMWAY-distributed products which provide a specific time period for return, and those products covered by express written warranties. |
- | AMWAY durable products (High Ticket Items) such as eSpring™ Water Treatment System, ATMOSPHERE™ Air Purifier, and Home Alarm System range are not covered by the AMWAY Satisfaction Guarantee, but by a separate manufacturer’s warranty. |
- | All AMWAY products sold in Malaysia and Brunei Darussalam do not contain placenta, pork nor its derivatives. |
1. | AMWAY accepts return of BV items but does not accept returned literature, audio-visual aids, pins and plaques, forms, accessories, and other promotional items and sales aids for replacement or for refund by Credit Vouchers from operating ABOs. |
2. | Personal Shoppers Catalogue items and AMWAY durable products (High Ticket Items) such as eSpring™ Water Treatment System, ATMOSPHERE™ Air Purifier, Home Alarm System and iCOOK™ range are not covered by the AMWAY Satisfaction Guarantee, but by a separate manufacturer's warranty. |
3. | AMWAY will not accept returns of any item that is not currently saleable. Products that are NLA (no longer available) may not be returned. |