Tough times present an opportunity for companies to demonstrate the value of an effectively managed travel program. As the global economy slides deeper into recession, many organizations need to control travel costs while limiting the impact of cost-saving measures on their business. Traveling smarter is the answer.
This 2009 report examines how best to optimize your company’s travel program when times are tough.
Creating a sustainable travel program helps realize environmental goals. Business travel has been “going green” in recent years; but savvy travel program managers are more interested in creating a sustainable business travel program that focuses on not only reducing the environmental impact of their company’s travels but also on achieving commercial goals at the same time.
This report looks at the creation of sustainable travel programs and Carbon reporting tools.
Business travel is essential for building better relationships and crucial for driving growth. But it can be complex to manage and demanding for travelers. Complex because of the multiplicity of distribution channels and the ever-evolving pricing models airlines and hotel companies apply. Demanding because of the time and energy required and the need for travelers to stay productive while on the go.
Companies can meet the challenge by having a well-managed travel program that delivers great value to the organization and its travelers. A program that takes a 360-degree view of the company’s travel needs. A program that delivers savings, service and security while respecting the imperatives of environmental protection and sustainability.
What are the key priorities for a robust and effectively managed travel program in today’s fast-changing environment? How can companies derive greater value from their travel program and satisfy all of their stakeholders?
Managed Travel Services sees travel management as a multi-faceted undertaking with eight key levers companies can use to optimize their travel program.
This report highlights those levers in a series of research initiatives designed to help companies derive the greatest value from their travel program.
Managed Travel Services has conducted in-depth research into travel program consolidation. The resulting report, Global Horizons: Consolidating a Travel Program, provides a practical overview aimed at helping companies evaluate the benefits, understand the prerequisites for achieving them and identify the keys to success in the consolidation process.
“Playing by the Rules: Optimizing Travel Policy and Compliance”, provides actionable insights to help travel managers evaluate their own policies and compliance measures and uncover opportunities for savings. The report is based on in-depth research into travel policy design and compliance.