The integration of Google Maps into the claim form simplifies the user experience and calculates actual mileage of the journey. Google Maps embedded in the claim form provides a graphical representation of the journey claimed to both the employee and mileage authoriser.
The result is the automation of the distances calculated in the mileage claim form thus reducing the potential for the over-estimation of mileage incurred. The integration of google maps in the mileage module therefore reduces the overall cost of mileage claims within the Council. However, it is important to note that the exact cost benefits are hard to measure due to the natural decrease in mileage claims post-COVID, following the introduction of hybrid working arrangements.
Expenses maps also automatically removes home to work mileage on journeys made. Again, these features not only simplify the claim process but prevent overclaiming.
