Message #75135

[BeckyA]

I think it is different depending on the size of the company and the company culture.  I have worked at a start up where I purchased everything from light bulbs, to computers and was reimbursed (I even brought in toilet paper at times!)   As the company got bigger, more procedures were put in place, we developed contracts with vendors and looked for corporate discounts.  I have also worked for large companies (a national bank) where if I was to purchase something for work, I was on my own.  No reimbursing and it had to be for me.  No software, no equipment.  At my current position, most of the people can't purchase items and get reimbursed but due to my position and who I work for.   I just was issued a company credit card so wont have to expense anything any more.  There were times I would pick up bagels or donuts for a meeting, or if we were at an offsite and needed poster board paper, if a visitor needed a taxi, I would put it on my credit card.

I too have bought potting soil and new pot!  This poor plant's roots were so cramped!