The University Controller’s Office (UConO) hosts Business Connections Meetings each fiscal year from September to April (no December meeting due to the holidays). During these meetings, we share key financial updates and feature guest presentations on topics requested by the audience. Event dates and materials are posted on the University Controller’s Office website > Business Connections page. Events are also listed in the Financial Reporting Calendar.
- To join the listserv, please send your request to the University Controller.
- To present or suggest a topic for the next event, complete the FY26 BC Meeting Presentation or Topic Request Form.
February Meeting Recap
University Budget Office
The Budget Office reviewed the upcoming departmental (OUC) reorganizations, effective July 1, 2026. Examples were shared, and best practices were highlighted for preparing these changes.
Review University Budget Office Updates
Procurement and Business Services (PBS)
Procurement Services reviewed purchasing thresholds, informal solicitation compliance, computer procurement updates and MarketPlace receiver requirements. Card Services shared updates on card services. Additionally, campus surplus purchases and the upcoming public surplus sales schedule were reviewed.
University Accounts Payable (A/P) Team
The University A/P Team reviewed foreign wire registration updates. Several travel-related items were also discussed, including canceled travel authorizations (TAs), manual updates and training, the new look for Travel Center emails and travel notifications. Additional topics included the travel approval attestation and Clery Act compliance.
Review University A/P Team Updates
Next Business Connections Meeting
Mark your calendars: the next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 12, at 10 a.m.
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