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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I procure Gladstone through the government framework? (GCloud)

Yes, Gladstone is part of the GCloud 13 purchasing framework directly. 

 

What is the Gladstone Cloud?

Read more about the Gladstone Cloud

How do I raise Product Development Requests?

Visit the Products Enhancement page* to make suggestions to our road map.

Gladstone operates a Significant Interest Group (SIG) where product and industry insights are collaboratively discussed to influence future roadmap outcomes.

*While some of Gladstone's beloved consumer products like Connect, Join@Home, and Learn2 are no longer being enhanced with new features, they are still fully supported for bug fixes and security patches. However, our consumer facing development efforts are now concentrated on enhancing the Cloud SaaS products with the innovative Go platform.

What is DocuSign?

Gladstone utilises DocuSign to digitally sign contracts to make it easier for everyone to track and manage digital signature securely. Read about DocuSign (official website). 

Who are Gladstone's industry alliance partners?

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Gladstone supports the industry open data initiative, a new Gladstone API is in development to support operators using the GladstoneGo platform -  new requests to utilise the existing API against Gladstone Signature releases will be determined on a case by case basis.

 

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Articles and Guides

Digital Futures - ukactive white papers

Discover the insights from the Digital Futures 2023 3rd round consultation report. A remarkable 62 out of 102 surveys submitted were from Gladstone customers, surpassing the sector average by an impressive 5 points. Dive into the details and gain valuable knowledge. Read.

March 2023 - Successful Digital Partnering. Read.

Customer Portal: How to Guide

Download our guide to the Gladstone Customer Portal.

Gladstone Branding and Logos

A range of downloadable logos can be found here, if you cannot find what you are looking for email: Marketing@GladstoneSoftware.co.uk. Download a copy of our Brand Guidelines.

Gladstone Change Framework

Our Gladstone Change Framework details how we manage our projects and how you'll be kept in the loop throughout your journey with us. 

Gladstone Support Framework

Our Gladstone Support Framework details how we manage support tickets and how you'll be kept in the loop throughout your journey with us. 

Customer Charter

Customers have the right to know our level of service, even when we fall short of our high standards - watch.

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System Integration Partners

Update: Verifone PCI 3 Guidance and Discontinuance Notification

Verifone have extended the life of the VX range of devices through to 2026. Although these units can longer be purchased, support will be continued for those out in the field. 

Verifone Vx820 & Vx680 – P2PE extension.

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Verifone have extended the service and support of these devices through to April 2026 with a renewed accreditation of the P2PE certification. This update supersedes the statement previously released stating an April 2023 end date. Verifone will now continue support for swap outs*, the P2PE accreditation, plus any critical security updates through to April 2026.

All Gladstone supplied PEDs use Verifone PAYware Ocius.

PCI PTS level 4 or above is still the recommended version. However, the PCI counsel has not issued a mandate/notice for removal of level 3 devices from service. As such, you can continue using these PEDs until such notice is given. We would suggest checking with your acquirer to investigate any potential restrictions they may have chosen to adopt with these level 3 devices.

Verifone are currently impacted by the global shortage of chip sets caused by the pandemic, which has had an impact on global supply availability of the level 5 PED solution. Gladstone are working with Verifone to forecast and secure stock, and as such we are also working on a new range of Level 6 + PEDS to deploy & integrate.

Please contact your account manager to discuss future PED requirements.

*Please note that this is dependent on availability of spare parts.

Review P2PE Bulletin-03 V1.00 (July 11, 2022)

Who are the data validation partners for the Gladstone LMS?

The Gladstone system works with GBG Group for data validation.

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What payment service partners does Gladstone work with?

Gladstone works with the following payment service partners, primarily CardStream and Verifone for PEDs.  

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Additional foreign gateway fees are applicable contact a member of the team to learn more.

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What payment methods support Direct Debit and Card Payments in the Gladstone system?

GladstonePay is the official method to collect both Direct Debits and recurring Card Payments (sometime referred to as RCP).
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The Gladstone system also works with paygate for a number of payment services.

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Which access control partners support Gladstone?

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To explore our extensive network of new and existing partners, be sure to check out the Marketplace section on this website.

What other partners does Gladstone work with?
As well as the partners that directly integrate with our core system for access controls and payments there is a whole marketplace of partners that offer a wide variety of other services and solutions for the Gladstone platform.
  • Find out about partner offers currently available now.
  • Join as a Gladstone Marketplace partner.
Is there a Technogym Adaptor available for Gladstone?

Yes, the Technogym Adaptor for the Cloud has replaced the multi-database Technogym Adaptor (no longer available).

The Cloud Adaptor is suitable for single database and Cloud customers. The Technogym Cloud Adaptor ensures that any members that buy a gym membership are immediately pushed into MyWellness and will receive an email to give them access to the MyWellness platform.

This forms part of a seamless onboarding process for new customers. As soon as the customer has access to MyWellness they can login and see their activity and access additional benefits. 

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Policies & Accessibility

Quality Policy

Review the Quality Policy.

Modern Slavery

View or Download the Modern Slavery Statement. Appendix A.

View or Download the UK Supplier code of conduct. 

GladstoneGo Accessibility

Review the GladstoneGo (product) Accessibility Statement

Complaints Policy

All our staff are trained to offer you the best possible customer service and will do their utmost to help you. If they need to involve their manager, they will do so to ensure the matter is resolved. 

Step 1 - To resolve issues at the first point of contact

When you contact us with a problem or escalation our staff will attempt to resolve matters first hand with you.  If the issue cannot be resolved through departmental managers or the chain of command, you have the option to initiate an official complaints process.

Step 2 - Formal complaint

Following Step 1, if your issue has not been resolved to your satisfaction, then you can raise the matter formally through our ISO Quality Manager who will undertake an independent internal review and aim to reach a resolution within 10 working days. To make an official complaint send a formal letter or email to the Gladstone Quality Manager complaints@gladstonesoftware.co.uk which will be monitored withing our ISO process framework. 

Software Evolution Practice

In recognition of the dynamic nature of the software industry, Gladstone upholds the policy of continuous evolution in software solutions to mitigate risks and ensure sustained success.

Why does Gladstone believe in continually evolving its product offering?

  1. Security Threats: Aging software is susceptible to security vulnerabilities, exposing clients and our company to cyber threats. Continuous evolution enhances security measures, mitigating risks associated with outdated technologies.
  2. Technological Progression: The pace of technological innovation is relentless. New frameworks, languages and methodologies emerge regularly, offering enhanced capabilities and efficiency. By evolving our software solutions, we harness the latest advancements to deliver superior products that meet evolving user expectation.
  3. Enhanced User experience: User preferences and behaviours evolve over time, demanding more intuitive, responsive, and feature-rich software. By embracing continuous evolution, we aim to increase user satisfaction, foster engagement, and cultivate long-term customer loyalty.
  4. Competitive Edge: In a fiercely competitive market, Gladstone understands that Leisure Operators need to stay ahead of the curve. Continuous evolution enables Gladstone to differentiate our offerings, seize new opportunities, and outperform competitors.

How does Gladstone ensure continued supportability of its software?

  1. Frequent updates to all cloud-native products: Gladstone believe that cloud-native software solutions offer a unique opportunity to continually evolve software with minimum disruption and risk for Leisure Operators. Gladstone commits to regularly releasing new features and critical performance and technology updates to it’s Gladstone Go platform.
  1. Providing Leisure Operators with a transition plan: Wherever possible Gladstone will identify an upgrade path for older technologies and will inform Leisure operators of the recommended upgrade path.
  2. Sunsetting of older technologies: While we strive to offer long-term support for our products, Gladstone commits to responsibly phasing out support for obsolete products, while providing ample transition support and resources to affected stakeholders.

A product/technology may become obsolete for many reasons – e.g. new security requirements, or advancements in technology that render older versions less efficient or secure.

 

When a product approaches its technological limits, Gladstone’s focus shifts to developing newer, more advanced capabilities and providing a transition path for Leisure operators to upgrade. As such, Gladstone reserves the right to sunset older technologies and guide operators towards a revised service offering. Upon retirement or end of support, there will be no new security updates, non-security updates, free or paid assisted support options or online technical content updates.

Gladstone typically aims to provide at least one year's notice of any forthcoming changes. However, should external factors, such as security concerns or other issues impacting the application’s viability, arise, this timeline may need to be shortened accordingly.

Tax Policies

Constellation (Canada) Tax Strategy.  Jonas Software (part of Constellation software) 172 Statement.

Sustainability

View our Sustainability Board statement from Jonas.

Environmental Datacentres

Gladstone SaaS products utilise a Microsoft Azure datacentre. Gladstone has chosen the Microsoft Azure cloud platform as it can be up to 93 percent more energy efficient and up to 98 percent more carbon efficient than on-premises solutions. Learn more about the Sustainability of Microsoft Azure.

The Gladstone website is powered by AWS through HubSpot, a proud member of the EU Cloud Code of Conduct. HubSpot is dedicated to accelerating their climate commitment  with a 2040 Net-Zero Carbon Pledge. 

Gladstone places a strong emphasis on partnering with suppliers like HubSpot and Microsoft Azure, who share their commitment to environmental and sustainability practices.

 

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