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The following JET courses have been updated for all changes that have occurred in the application since it launched in 2019:

BobcatBUY enhanced search functionality and delivery tracking features now available

As of November 14^th, 2023, ThermoFisher Scientific Life Technologies Corporation (‘Life Technologies’) punchout catalog within the BobcatBUY (BCB), has been upgraded with enhanced features.

Finance has been getting questions from departments about vendor rebates so we thought it would help to review what a vendor rebate is and how you should handle the rebate if your department receives one because of a business purchase.

Background

We wanted to address some recent concerns expressed by several departments about services provided to university departments by our preferred supplier for confidential shredding, Shred-It.

Finance has been receiving some complaints from travelers about not being able to rebook basic economy fare airline tickets. When it comes to purchasing this type of ticket, it really is buyer beware!

Because we have a travel management provider the University is now able to leverage the institutional travel spend to secure better discounts for university business travelers.

Beginning on January 1, 2024, the standard mileage rates for the use of a personal vehicle is 67 cents per mile driven for business use. These rates apply to all vehicle types (including electric, hybrid-electric, gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles).

Segregation of duties is an important concept in financial management and internal controls, particularly in the context of sponsored awards and contracts, as well as grants.

It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that we announce the appointment of Kim Trout as our new University Bursar! Kim has been with the Bursar since 1996 and brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this crucial role.