There are only a few weeks until the end of FY 2017! Please be aware of the following payment request submission deadlines, to ensure timely payments as we approach the close of FY2017...
Procurement & Business Services
// Your Strategic Business Partner //
Procurement & Business Services manages and provides service support for the “Procure-to-Pay” process and related systems. These activities support the procurement and payment of goods and services in support of Georgia Tech's instructional, research, and public service programs. Procurement & Business Services is comprised of Purchasing, PCard, Business Systems, Accounts Payable, Travel, Insurance & Claims, Logistics/Surplus, and Property Control.
FRAUD ALERT –
Unknown persons have been attempting to use Georgia Tech’s credit references to open accounts with vendors. Some vendors have also received a mocked-up version of Georgia Tech’s PO which has a rendering similar to a real PO number issued by Georgia Tech.
Suppliers can validate official GT Purchase Orders by going to the Vendor PO Validation and entering the PO number received. If you have any questions contact purchasing.ask@business.gatech.edu
Important Updates from Procurement & Business Services
New Rush Payment Request Form – Effective May 1, 2017
The Rush Payment Request Policy 5.5.1.4 has recently been updated. Beginning May 1, 2017, the Rush Payment Request form is to be completed, and submitted with all payments requests that are considered to be a rush...
Important PCard Program Changes Concerning New State PCard Policy – Effective April 1, 2017
The PCard Program changes went into effect April 1, 2017 reflecting requirements in the New State PCard Policy...
Viewing T&E Receipts and Invoices - Browser Compatibility
Beginning with version 52 of Firefox, Java plugin is no longer supported. ImageNow/WebNow requires Java plugin in order to view documents...
BuzzMart Training Update
On March 1, 2017 Procurement rolled out a new BuzzMart Training Guide. The new online modules for BuzzMart Shopper and Requester provide step-by-step direction for entering requisitions in BuzzMart. The new Purchasing Policies and Procedures training provides an overview of purchasing rules...
Discontinue Faxing Travel & Expenses Receipts - Effective April 1, 2017
Procurement and Business Services has assessed the need for a replacement fax server, to support the submission of travel & expense receipts. Based off the responses received from campus, and due to technological advances, it has been determined that the replacement of a fax server is not needed at this time. The submission of travel & expense receipts via fax will be discontinued on April 1, 2017.
For additional information, please contact travel.ask@business.gatech.edu
Rental of Private Residence Not Allowed for Travel
The Institute has been notified by the State Accounting Office that the rental of a private residence is unallowable, and should not be considered as a lodging option by travelers. This would include properties available through online private rental services (Air B&B, VRBO, HomeAway, etc)...
