If you are dissatisfied with a traveler's pre-audit justifications, what should you do?

Choosing to make a comment asking for additional information and stamping the document RETURNED is the most appropriate action when dissatisfied with a traveler's pre-audit justifications. This approach allows you to clearly communicate your concerns and request clarification or additional details that may be necessary for proper evaluation. Providing constructive feedback through comments enables the traveler to understand what specific information is lacking or needs further elaboration, fostering an opportunity for improvement and ensuring that the final submission aligns with required standards.

This approach also keeps the process transparent and encourages better communication between the auditor and the traveler. The act of returning the document communicates that the current submission is not sufficient, thereby maintaining quality control within the auditing process. The returned status helps ensure that the document is revisited and that any potential discrepancies can be addressed before moving forward.

Other choices may not effectively address the underlying issues of insufficient justification. Submitting the document for further review without additional commentary may lead to continued misunderstandings. Approving the document with reservations could compromise the integrity of the review process, and requesting a complete re-evaluation might be unnecessary if the immediate action can be resolved through additional information. Therefore, requesting more information and returning the document is the most effective strategy to enhance clarity and ensure compliance.