Catering & Covered Services
***UPDATED***
On 4/27/23, we shared the newest information and processes for catering.
Topics included:
Mini Tune Up Sessions
Mini Tune-Ups are coaching sessions designed to provide extra training, updates, and answers about specific BFS processes. Sessions are hosted by BFS subject matter experts, and attendees join using the conferencing program Zoom. View Session Calendar
Use the links below to submit questions for upcoming MTU Sessions and to suggest future session topics.
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Online General Ledger Enhancement - Concur Reporting
***UPDATED***
On 3/23/23, the BFS team reviewed a new enhancement to Concur reporting in the Online General Ledger, where previously individually displayed transactions now appear summarized.
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Concur Updates - June 2022
***UPDATED***
On 6/15/22, the BFS team presented updates and helpful information about Concur.
Topics included:
- Ledger Summarization
- Concur FAQs
- Concur BI Reports
- Concur Committee
BARC Site Modernization
***UPDATED***
On 5/19/22 we discussed the modernization of the BARC system, with changes to go into effect beginning 5/23/22.
Topics included:
- Upgrades to simplify processes and improve usability.
- Improved access via all modern browsers
- Single Sign-on (SSO) access to the site
- Decommissioning of the current Netscape version and the "Remote App"
New Effort Report Release Updates
***UPDATED***
On 4/19/22, Tyler Clark, Manager, Extramural Funds Accounting, discussed important updates to Effort Reporting.
Topics included:
Equipment Management Updates
***UPDATED***
On 4/7/22, we provided updates regarding UCSB Equipment Management, demonstrating and discussing the new online submission process for EIMRs and Transfers to Surplus in ServiceNow.
Small Business First Updates & Training
***UPDATED***
On 3/31/22, the UCSB Procurement Team provided training on the UC Small Business First Policy.
Cost Transfers: Transfer of Expense Mechanisms
***UPDATED***
On 3/10/22 Tyler Clark, Manager, Extramural Funds Accounting, hosted a Cost Transfers discussion of the three different mechanisms used to transfer expenses.
Detailed information reviewed during the session is available on our EMF website here: https://www.bfs.ucsb.edu/extramural-funds/cost-transfers/transfer-expense-mechanisms
Cost Transfers: Late Cost Transfer Escalation Procedure
***UPDATED***
On 3/17/22 Tyler Clark, Manager, Extramural Funds Accounting, hosted a Cost Transfers discussion reviewing the escalation process for late cost transfers.
Detailed information reviewed during the session is available on our EMF website here: https://www.bfs.ucsb.edu/extramural-funds/cost-transfers/late-cost-transfer-escalation-procedure-federal-and-federal-flow
Read moreCost Transfers: Late Cost Transfer Escalation Procedure
ServiceNow Portal for Payment Services & CONCUR Check-In
***UPDATED***
On 3/8/22 Steve Kriz and Annette Gonzales provided information regarding the new ServiceNow Payment Services Portal and Updates and Guidance regarding CONCUR.
The following links were provided as additional resources (and are also found in the presentation deck):
Read moreServiceNow Portal for Payment Services & CONCUR Check-In