by Kelli Szczepanski | Oct 19, 2026 | News
Beginning November 17, 2026, the University of Michigan will begin a phased transition of its standard supplier payment terms from Net 30 to Net 45. Under Net 45 terms, payment is generally due 45 days after the invoice date, subject to applicable contractual terms....
by Ashley Torres | Sep 21, 2026 | News
New signs have been installed in key pedestrian areas across Ann Arbor’s Central, North, and South campuses. The signs identify prohibited activities, including nonemergency vehicle traffic, and reinforce U-M’s commitment to maintaining a safe environment for...
by Ashley Torres | Sep 21, 2026 | News
The impact of U-M’s new Coca-Cola partnership has become increasingly visible across the university. Coca-Cola helped welcome students back through activities on the Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint campuses. Ann Arbor events included Escapade at the Michigan Union,...
by Ashley Torres | Sep 21, 2026 | News
The Emburse Enterprise: University Reporting Compliance reports in Tableau help units monitor, track, and manage outstanding U-M Card Transactions, expense reports with out-of-pocket expenses pending approval, employee default approver assignments, and more. Employees...
by Ashley Torres | Sep 21, 2026 | News
The August Buying Blue Community of Practice generated many questions about U-M’s exclusive pouring rights agreement with Coca-Cola. Here are several key takeaways: Ordering for campus use: Coca-Cola and approved partner-brand beverages are available through the...
by Ashley Torres | Sep 2, 2026 | News
Over 500 people attended the latest Buying Blue Community of Practice webinar to learn more about the following topics: Updates on the Procurement Optimization Program, and work underway to improve the buying experience, along with important updates for the new...
by Kelli Szczepanski | Aug 26, 2026 | News
Following a recent competitive sourcing event, Procurement Services has selected 10 university-wide Commercial and Digital Print Services suppliers that will be available for ordering through Quote to Order (QTO) beginning September 1, 2026. The competitive evaluation...
by Ashley Torres | Aug 12, 2026 | News
Beginning September 1, 2026, travel expenses charged to sponsored funds may only be submitted or processed after the trip has occurred. This requirement applies to employee, student, and guest travel. Travel expenses include airfare, lodging, ground transportation,...
by Ashley Torres | Aug 3, 2026 | News
Procurement Services is sharing several updates about ordering through the Staples catalog in Marketsite+, including changes now in effect for beverage purchases, the transition of AVI Foodsystems breakroom and coffee service purchasing to Staples, and a request for...
by Ashley Torres | Jul 8, 2026 | News
Effective July 1, 2026, U-M’s business hosting limits have been updated based on university-wide survey feedback and spend data. The updated limits apply per person, per day: Hosting Category Limit Update Breakfast $30 None Lunch $50 Increase Dinner $80 Increase...
