Managing Expenses for Traveling Employees
Per diems vs. reimbursable expenses? How to control travel costs without nickel-and-diming your team.
By Sarah Johnson · HR Manager
· 1 min read
Expenses
Business travel is back, and so are the receipts for $15 airport sandwiches. An unclear travel policy leads to overspending.
The Per Diem Solution: Instead of asking employees to save every receipt for coffee and meals, give them a flat daily rate (e.g., $75/day) for food. They keep the difference if they eat cheap. It saves hours of admin work and gives employees flexibility.