5.1 All Novartis business travellers are required to:
• Use the designated travel agency to make travel arrangements.
• Use the designated corporate credit card to pay for travel and entertainment expenses, wherever possible.
• Expense report is created and submitted requesting approval on a timely basis but not later than 60 days for Novartis or 90 days for Alcon from the receipt date.
• Provide original receipts with the accurate information for all expenses.
• Expenses must be reasonable, appropriate, necessary and incidental to furthering the company objectives.
• All expenses are paid on behalf of the company and must be based on clear business requirements.