I did Data Entry at a University.

I can tell you this, atleast at this major University:

EVERYTHING is documented.
- Forms are filled out.
- Receipts or copies of receipts are submitted.
- They are quite detailed: Who was there, purpose, what was billed, credit card number, a number for the trip, approval for it, date everything submitted, verification receipts submitted, dates everything entered into computer system, check number/date/amount.....Which are reimburseable amounts, what is not...
- Everything is audited. Not random audits. EVERYTHING. Even the President of the University.

- There are limits. XYZ University or Joe Corporation has a limit (say $15.00) for dinner.

$15.00 for dinner being a reasonable amount.

Joe Professor wants to take himself and guest for Filet Mignon and bottle of Merlot...he has to pick up the rest of the tab and tip himself. Alcoholic beverages are not part of the $15.00, even if the guy goes into a local bar and orders a burger and a Bud, he has to pay for the Bud.

In many cases, Joe Professor pays with his own credit card and has to file the paperwork and receipt to get reimbursed.

Is it fair to say this: Situation: Route Merchandiser. You work for a major cola distributor. You use YOUR vehicle. Your credit to purchase gas. You buy the gas, submit receipt, get paid a month later. Why should you have to give up any perks of your credit card, like a $10 Store Gift Certificate at so many dollars spent?

See how complicated this can get?