Pringles International Operations Sarl Chemin de Blandonnet , Vernier Switzerland KELLOGG S GOES PAPERLESS

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1 Pringles International Operations Sarl Chemin de Blandonnet , Vernier Switzerland KELLOGG S GOES PAPERLESS Dear Supplier, It has been Kellogg s policy since September 2007 that all suppliers submit their invoices electronically through our e- commerce partner OB10. Kellogg s policy aims to continuously improve efficiency and service (to customers and suppliers alike) by moving away from paper or based financial transaction processing. With effect from 21 st June 2013, Kellogg s Accounts Payable department will no longer accept paper invoices. Instead, electronic invoices via OB10 will be the only route to submit invoices. In order to meet this deadline and to facilitate timely receipt and processing of invoices, you will need to adhere to the following milestones: Event Date What it means Commitment Date 21 st June 2013 Service Agreement for the Integrated Solution or Web Form T&Cs must be signed Go-Live Date Deadline As soon as possible Web Form: 21 st June 2013 Integrated Solution: 31 st July 2013 Kellogg s is ready to receive your e-invoices via OB10. Please submit your first e-invoices as soon as possible. Invoices received by post / after this date will no longer be accepted for processing if an OB10 Service Agreement has not been received. All invoices must be submitted electronically via OB10. Some of the benefits E-invoicing will add to your business include: Secure and guaranteed invoice delivery, no more invoices getting lost in the post Invoice received on the same day, facilitates payment to terms Lower processing costs - send invoices at any time, in any format, no new hardware or software requirements Next Steps The "Frequently Asked Questions" (FAQs) and costs relating to subscription are attached for your reference. Additional information can be located at We are working closely with OB10 to ensure a smooth transition from paper to e-invoicing. Following this communication, you will be contacted by OB10 to help you choose the right solution for you. If you prefer to get started right away, you may contact OB10 directly at +44 (0) or ukclientservices@ob10.com (local numbers and s can be found in the attached FAQs). If you wish to contact Kellogg s about this request please direct your enquiry to the Kellogg s Process Support team either by ap@kellogg.com or by phone +44 (0) (multilingual helpdesk, lines open 9am-1pm UK time). The Process Support team will assist you with any Accounts Payables queries regarding invoices, payments and any updates to your supplier account. Thank you in advance for your support of this critical initiative. We look forward to receiving your invoices via OB10 in the near future. Yours Faithfully, Mr Juan Ramos Sala Snacks Purchasing Lead Mr Ozan Dokmecioglu European Vice President & CFO Kellogg Europe & International

2 Frequently Asked Questions This is a list of the most commonly asked questions. However, more information can be found at Is invoicing via OB10 a requirement for doing business with Kellogg s? It has been Kellogg s policy since September 2007 that all suppliers submit their invoices electronically through our e-commerce partner OB10. Will I need to use this service if my account is to be paid on time? Yes. Your use of the OB10 service will ensure we maintain our prompt payment record. What happens if I still send paper invoices? Electronic submission of invoices is the only way to have your invoices submitted to Kellogg s. Paper invoices will therefore not be accepted. Are there fees associated with this service? If you choose the Web Form solution, you will receive free 12 transactions. If at the end of the first year anniversary you have any unused free transactions your account will be topped back up to 12 free transactions for use in the next year. Once these 12 free transactions have been exhausted you will be required to purchase your first batch of transactions. If you choose the Integrated Solution, there is an annual membership fee and there is also a per transaction fee for each invoice or credit note processed by the OB10 network. The per transaction fee is irrespective of the number of invoice lines or the value of the invoice. For further information on costs please visit Why don t Kellogg s pay the fees? Kellogg s also pays to use the OB10 service. Kellogg s objective is to obtain electronic invoice data in order to streamline our internal processing. We looked at the available options on the market and at managing the process ourselves. In all cases the OB10 service proved to be more effective and economical for both Kellogg s and its suppliers. What does the 'Integrated Solution ' membership fee cover? The membership fee covers the cost to OB10 of setting you up on their network and the general costs of maintaining the network. This is a once a year cost irrespective of the number of your customers that you service via the network. For further information please visit I already send some invoice data directly to other customers; can I send EDI/XML Invoices directly to Kellogg s? No, EDI and XML are just data formats as far as OB10 is concerned; therefore you can use this preferred format and even your EDI VAN to deliver the data to OB10. Kellogg s will not take any electronic data directly from suppliers as we take a single consolidated invoice file from OB10 which will contain invoices from all of our suppliers. I already have the facility to make invoices available to my customers via the Internet - allowing them to view an image of an invoice on the web. Can I use this facility instead of OB10? No, the OB10 network ensures that Kellogg s receive the data you send in a format that will upload to our accounting software and, where applicable, match to a goods receipt record. Offering Kellogg s an image of the invoice or an option to download the data in a fixed format does not satisfy Kellogg s requirement and undermines the goal of mutual efficiency. What if I don t have a system capable of creating electronic invoices? You can access the OB10 secure web site and create invoices online using the Web Form. No software installation is required. All you need is an Internet connection and a standard browser. Can I send electronic invoices using OB10 to all of my customers? Yes. Once you are subscribed to the OB10 network, OB10 can enable you to send electronic invoices to any other customers that are members of the network.

3 Will Kellogg s make payments using OB10? OB10 is not a payment platform. Kellogg s will continue to use their current payment method. Will I need to sign an agreement with OB10? Yes, if you choose to be an Integrated Solution supplier you will sign a specific agreement with OB10. If you choose to be a Webform supplier you will have to accept the standard terms and conditions presented. I am planning to change my Invoicing software soon; can I wait? The OB10 network accepts any incoming data formats, so you can join the network and send your invoices now, and when you are ready to use your new software simply advise OB10 of the changes to your invoice data output and they will make the necessary changes to the network, ensuring a smooth transition and uninterrupted invoice delivery. Can OB10 work with non-english speaking technical staff? Yes, and if you need language assistance to get your account set up please call +44 (0) and ask for assistance in the following languages: Dutch, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese and Spanish. OB10 also has local client services numbers for the following countries: Australia +61 (0) Belgium +32 (0) Denmark +45 (0) Finland +358 (0) France +33 (0) Germany +49 (0) Ireland +353 (0) Italy Malaysia +60 (0) Netherlands +31 (0) New Zealand +64 (0) Singapore +65 (0) Spain +34 (0) Sweden +46 (0) How do I learn more about becoming a Buyer using the OB10 service? Please visit

4 1 / 3 e-invoicing and an overview of your options Join OB10 and benefit from: Secure and guaranteed invoice delivery: no more paper invoices getting lost in the mail On-time payment: your customers can process your invoices faster No more delays: invoices cannot be sent with missing information, cannot land on the wrong desk and do not need manual intervention Secure online connection: send invoices easily with no need for additional software or hardware 24/7 access and reporting: enjoy higher processing transparency and better cashflow management Tax compliance: guaranteed legal and tax compliance Easy and cost-efficient invoicing at any time OB10 offers two primary methods for sending invoice and credit transactions. You can either send a data file directly to OB10 using our Integrated Solution or create invoices online using the Web Form through the OB10 Portal. This document explains how e-invoicing works and the options available to you. How it works Supplier Customer OptionsOverview_GBP, EN, 8/12 Copyright 2012 OB10. OB10 and the OB10 logo are trade marks of OB10 and protected by law.

5 2 / 3 By checking invoices for duplicates and ensuring they contain the information required by your customer, we ensure automated, straight-through processing and enable ontime payment. Through the OB10 Portal you have access to the OB10 archive and a number of reporting functions. Please read this document thoroughly before deciding whether Integrated Solution or Web Form submission through the OB10 Portal is the best option for your company. 1. Integrated Solution: sending an extracted data file The Integrated Solution gives you a fully automated process where invoice data is extracted directly from your billing system and delivered directly into your buyers finance systems. This means: We process invoices in any consistent data file format and handle the data transformation based on your customer s requirements No need to install additional software or hardware You can send one consolidated data file for all your invoices Once on the network, you can easily connect and send invoices to other customers Costs for the integrated solution Annual Membership 1,100* Per Invoice Transaction costs 1 20 invoices per month invoices per month invoices per month ,000 invoices per month invoices per month 0.32 * Buyer connection fees will apply. The annual fee covers the creation and maintenance of your account for a single tax entity. Please note: transactions are charged on a monthly basis according to volume. Getting started with the Integrated Solution Once your customer invites you to join OB10, one of our onboarding experts will walk you through the registration process. OptionsOverview_GBP, EN, 8/12 Copyright 2012 OB10. OB10 and the OB10 logo are trade marks of OB10 and protected by law.

6 3 / 3 2. Web Form: sending electronic invoices using the OB10 Portal The OB10 Web Form is designed for companies who send a low volume of invoices to their customers each year. The portal offers you a secure connection and guarantees delivery of your invoice to your customers within hours, which allows them to process your invoice and pay you promptly. Costs for using the Web Form There are several pricing options available when submitting invoices through the Web Form. Upon registration, all new suppliers using this option automatically receive 12 free transactions. At the end of your first anniversary, if you have not used all of your free transactions, we will replenish your account back to 12 invoices for you to use during the next 12 months. If you use all 12 free invoices and need more during this 12-month period, you will be required to purchase your first batch of transactions (minimum 25 invoices). You will then no longer have access to the free invoice option. Web Form pricing structure* Transaction Level Transactions 1 12 Free * Payment options: You can pay by PayPal or credit card. We accept Visa, Visa Electron, MasterCard, Maestro, Solo and American Express. We can also invoice you, however, you will be required to purchase a minimum of 125 transactions and pay an administration fee of 15%. Getting started with the Web Form submission through the OB10 Portal As part of your invitation to join the OB10 network, you will receive an with instructions on how to register. Once your registration is complete, we will send you your login credentials by so you can start sending electronic invoices via OB10. For more information on OB10, e-invoicing and the options available to you, visit or us at info@ob10.com. OptionsOverview_GBP, EN, 8/12 Copyright 2012 OB10. OB10 and the OB10 logo are trade marks of OB10 and protected by law.