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What the Rise of the Independent Traveler Means for Your Travel Program

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As solo travel increases due to hybrid and remote work, companies must understand the risk management implications and update corporate travel policy.

Why Your Business Needs a Travel Expense Policy

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A travel expense policy conveys clear spending parameters, promotes booking compliance, and outlines the process for tracking and reporting expenses.

Top Business Travel Tips for Staying Productive on the Road

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Staying productive during business trips can be a challenge for frequent travelers. Here’s our top tips for enhancing your efficiency and balancing work objectives with the demands of travel.

The Value a Virtual Assistant Brings to Your Travel Program

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AI is streamlining processes and making it easier to provide travelers with efficient customer service. See how a virtual assistant can help your business.

Tips for Going Green With Your Business Travel

Sustainable travel has grown as a priority, but what action can your business take to contribute to a healthier planet? Here’s how to get started.

5 Reasons to Make the Move to a Managed Travel Program

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For growing businesses, making the move to a managed travel program can positively impact both your bottom line and your travelers. Here are the 5 reasons why.

How to Streamline Your International Travel Experience

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Tips to prepare corporate travelers for international business trips, including how a travel management company (TMC) can help.

Procurement Strategies to Try With Your Corporate Travel Program

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Looking for travel sourcing, contracting, and savings tips? We recommend these procurement strategies to help better manage your corporate travel program.

4 Ways to Maximize Your Travel Program With an Online Booking Tool

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An online booking tool (OBT) can help simplify processes, drive corporate travel program compliance, and support duty of care for your business travelers.

Top Tips for Transitioning to a New Travel Management Company

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A key part of your corporate travel program is finding the right travel management company. Follow these best practices for transitioning to a new TMC.

How to Prevent Flight Cancelations From Disrupting Your Business Travel

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Flight cancelations have disrupted travel as airlines change schedules & business models. Here’s how your corporate travel program can avoid the turbulence.

What’s Ahead for Business Travel in 2023

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Prepare your corporate travel program for 2023 and see how business travel can help your organization drive growth, even in times of recession.

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