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Explore Gen Z business travel expectations and how their values, communication styles and technology habits are changing managed travel programs.

Travelers may find a fare or hotel rate that appears more affordable when booking outside your approved booking tool. Are rates cheaper outside the booking tool, truly— or does a lower displayed price tell an incomplete story? 

AI governance for business travel has moved from future consideration to immediate need as AI reshapes booking, servicing, reporting, program management and more. For many organizations, AI is advancing faster than policies and processes can keep pace, leaving guidelines unclear or outdated. Some AI capabilities also introduce complexity that is hard to track, especially whenRead more

Carbon offsets are a great start in prioritizing sustainable business travel, but take your approach further with a sustainable business travel supplier strategy. It’s the most durable lever for truly sustainable business travel. Many Executives and Travel Managers have embraced the idea of utilizing business travel carbon offsets to reach their sustainability goals. While theseRead more

NDC fares continue to reshape how companies buy and manage airfare. What will continued adoption (or lack thereof) mean for you, operationally, as a Travel Manager trying to control costs and enforce policy? New Distribution Capability (NDC) has moved from industry debate to operational reality. Airlines are shifting more fare content to NDC channels, andRead more

Travel leakage costs more than a missed discount—so what is travel leakage, why does it happen even in well-managed programs, and how can it be avoided?

Off-channel bookings—Learn what most travel managers miss and how to address duty of care business travel risks from travelers booking outside the program.

What a business travel emissions measurement-first approach looks like in practice and why it’s a vital part of your sustainable business travel strategy.

Last-minute business travel costs often feel inevitable. However, if not careful, they can add up in a big way—and the costs aren’t only financial. Here’s how to reduce last-minute business travel for a more organized and efficient travel program.  Last-minute business travel is one of the most consistent budget pressures Travel Managers face. Yet, most programs treat it as inevitable. TheRead more

Internal gaps are a big reason why corporate travel programs fail. From misalignment priorities to unclear policies to inconsistent booking behaviors, learn how to identify the issues and strengthen program performance. Travel Managers are often juggling a variety of needs and demands. Leadership expects business trips to be profitable and productive in furthering organizational goals.Read 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

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.

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

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

Headed to the United States? Your or your team’s next business trip to the country could require some extra steps. Here are the documents needed for U.S. business travel. International business Travelers may find entering the U.S. for business travel to be more complicated than it once was. However, staying abreast of U.S. business travel entry requirements canRead more

Do your Travelers frequently get around via rental car or rail? You could be leaving money on the table. Here’s how to take advantage of rail and corporate car rental programs. For a few months now, we’ve been covering all things business supplier partnerships for SMEs. Our series has covered how to secure partnerships withRead more

In-house travel management is a popular alternative to working with a Travel Management Company, but it’s not a great option for everyone. Here’s what you need to know about business travel management alternatives, so you can pick your ideal fit for your SME.

Airline sourcing for small business travel programs can be challenging. There are ways you can make the most of this hurdle.

A flexible corporate travel program can give you all the benefits of a traditional program, but without the limitations.

How to make a travel management company transition go smoothly—including a slow transition, transparent communication and Traveler involvement.

Don’t overlook hotels when pursuing SME travel supplier partnerships. Hotel corporate rates could prove beneficial to your travel budget.

Is your travel spend too small for today’s supplier discount programs? SME travel supplier partnerships may be within easier reach than you think.  If you’re a Travel Manager at an SME, then you may feel that your travel spend is overall too small to negotiate valuable supplier discounts. However, it is possible to secure SMERead more