by Ashley Torres | Feb 11, 2026 | News
Enforcement of the updated policy requiring submission of out-of-pocket business expenses after the trip, event, or receipt of goods/services began January 1, 2026. To avoid reimbursement delays, employees who make purchases on behalf of the university are strongly...
by Ashley Torres | Feb 11, 2026 | News
The United Kingdom’s new pre-travel entry system, Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), is part of the UK’s move toward a more streamlined and secure digital immigration system. When ETA is required Starting February 25, 2026, certain travelers must have an approved...
by Ashley Torres | Feb 11, 2026 | News
Accurate meal expense reporting during university business travel means knowing when to claim per diem versus hosted business meals. Understanding this distinction ensures compliance with U-M policy and prevents errors, especially regarding meals paid by other...
by Ashley Torres | Feb 11, 2026 | News
Lightning recently introduced two booking process enhancements designed to clarify CTA routing and simplify how unused tickets are applied—making your travel booking faster and more accurate. New required field for CTA routing When booking travel, Lightning now...
by Ashley Torres | Jan 28, 2026 | News
Over 500 people attended the latest Buying Blue Community of Practice webinar to learn more about the following topics: Phase 2 of the Procurement Optimization Program, the ongoing pouring rights evaluation and the spring Travel Supplier Showcase. Register for one of...
by Ashley Torres | Jan 22, 2026 | News
U-M employees, retirees, students, and alumni can attend a virtual town hall on pouring rights at the university next month. The town hall will include background on the RFP process, messages from prospective suppliers, benefits to the university, a Q&A session,...
by Ashley Torres | Nov 13, 2025 | News
We have expanded PCard and Travel & Hosting Card eligibility to include employees with regular—and temporary—appointments. Temporary employees eligible for cards typically include regular temps and graduate students (e.g., GSRA’s) who frequently incur business...
by Ashley Torres | Nov 13, 2025 | News
Since the U-M Amazon Business account launched in May, Procurement Services and Finance Customer Care have gathered helpful insights. Here are some tips to make your shopping experience easier: Payment: PCard is the only accepted payment method. If you don’t have a...
by Ashley Torres | Nov 13, 2025 | News
U-M recently onboarded two new suppliers to support international shipping and customs clearance. Baker Logistics Consulting Services—Baker is U-M’s preferred customs broker and consultant for international shipping processes. Baker can assist with customs clearance,...
by Ashley Torres | Nov 13, 2025 | News
In response to Executive Order 14168, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has updated requirements for reporting sex markers in the Advance Passenger Information System (APIS), a system used by airlines to share traveler information with the federal government...
