Chicago Fisher Storeroom Consolidation 

Northwestern is diligent in optimizing the services in its relationship with Fisher Scientific. Through discussions and agreement with our vendor, we have consolidated all Fisher storerooms in Chicago into one central location.

Artificial Intelligence Agent Added to the PPS Website

The PPS website has recently added an AI Agent to enhance search function and optimize search results.

2026 Preferred Vendor/Business and Finance Expo

Campus once again welcomes the Preferred Vendor & Business and Finance Expo! We would be thrilled if you could join us on August 4^th. Review the Event Information News Site.

Office Furniture & Workspace Solutions

Broken out are updates on a previous newsletter item regarding the award of two contracts for office furniture, with substantial discounts when ordering through BOS and Henricksen.

Corporate Card Reconciliation Reminders

We have key reminders and updates regarding Corporate Card Reconciliation. Best practices and requirements have been updated with an emphasis on timing.

New Online Event Registration Platform

Northwestern University is expanding its online event registration options through RegFox. Designed to be cost-effective and flexible, RegFox will complement the university’s existing registration solutions.

Melitza Nieves Promotion to Assistant Manager

Please join us in congratulating Melitza Nieves for her recent promotion to Assistant Manager of Corporate Card Program. Her expertise, commitment, and approach provide great value to the team and university as a whole.

Fiscal Year End 2026 Reminders 

Major Fiscal Year End dates approach with the university’s fiscal year end quickly closing. With action items and key reminders these dates inform stakeholders of crucial timing. Please make sure to note our reminders.

Accounts Payable Updates 

Key reminders include updates for staff on Accounts Payable business processes and responsibilities. Specifically of note are approval reminders, electronic wire requests, expense report and payment requests, and an NUQuickPay email notification.