Waypoint Business Travel Blog

Organizations are increasingly exploring managed vs unmanaged travel programs. As they do, Travel Managers should weigh the full range of managed travel program benefits before making a shift. Travel Managers and Executives have more options than ever when it comes to managing organizational travel. There’s the self-managed route, tech-first models and ultra-flexible approaches, in addition to, ofRead more

Corporate travel technology integrations are no longer one-size-fits-all. How a booking tool integrates content will impact your Travelers’ behavior and your organization’s bottom line.  With the continual adoption of New Distribution Capability (NDC), you can no longer safely assume that your corporate travel content is coming directly from traditional GDS channels. Multiple content sources are currentlyRead more

Independent business travel booking can lead to overspending and limited visibility. See how companies gain control without a formal travel program.

Teal Essential is a ready-to-use offering that delivers full booking content and global service without the complexity of traditional travel management implementation

Learn more about per diem rates in 2026, what you can expect as you plan your travel for the next year and how per diem rates benefit you as a Traveler. While many private companies choose to set their own per diem rates, others simply follow government standards or guidelines. Additionally, in some countries, perRead more

Recent and planned TSA changes may improve efficiency — but not if you’re unprepared when you arrive at the airport. Here’s what you need to know. It seems like the security process at the airport is nearly always changing, or that every airport has different rules. Take off your shoes. Don’t take off your shoes. LeaveRead more

A look at our partnership with Spotnana and the early signs that we made the right call to invest in a modern business travel platform. Ninety-four percent. That’s the average self-service online booking rate across JTB Business Travel’s Teal Premier clients, according to a newly published Spotnana case study. For years, business Travelers have beenRead more

Corporate travel program flexibility can make for happier Travelers and greater travel policy compliance. However, it’s important to strike the right balance between choice and control.

A corporate travel technology platform should serve both the Travelers’ and the company’s needs. Here’s why tech-first travel programs are often the ideal choice. As an Executive or Travel Manager, if you and your Travelers struggle using legacy travel-booking tools, you’re not alone. Many corporate travel programs still rely on legacy technology. However, the typical corporate travel technology stackRead more