Corporate travel policy

La travel policy of the company will determine the profile of the business trip, the balance between well-being and cost control, between flexibility of booking and cost control. duty of care. Sustainable developmentreimbursement of expense reportspreferred suppliers, security, compliance A mobility management strategy tailored to travellers and their business trips: there are many challenges involved. (see more)

It is up to the travel manager, in conjunction with other departments such as purchasing and HR, to define a framework for structuring business travel, and to rethink travel policy from time to time to adapt to new challenges.

CWT study: travel managers remain in control

Despite the empowerment of business travellers enabled in particular by the development of mobile applications, travel managers have no intention of giving up control over bookings. Quite the contrary: the study published on 11 July by Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) highlights clear opposition to unmanaged travel.

Booking: hotels in the firing line

Unlike air travel, hotels are still a difficult budget item for companies to understand. But the joint efforts of travel agencies, technology suppliers and travel managers are paving the way for optimisation. By Arnaud Deltenre

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IMEX: the MICE trade fair in Frankfurt

From 21 to 23 May, Frankfurt will be hosting the 2013 edition of IMEX, the international trade fair dedicated to the Meetings, Incentive, Convention, Events (MICE) industry: a major event that will provide an opportunity to take the pulse of a sector undergoing radical change.

Avexia takes the pulse of business travel among SMEs

Avexia presented its traditional Business Travel Observatory at the Business Travel Market Place. The Concomitance Group's survey of 150 SME-SMIs shows a slight increase in budgets in 2012 (+2.3%), and expects further growth in 2013.
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The French are betting on business travel, according to American Express

American Express Global Corporate Payments has published a study highlighting the major role played by business travel in the strategy of French companies, 77% of which consider that "business travel is essential to company profitability and sales". So, despite the crisis, this is not the time to turn inward, but rather to conquer new markets.
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The Market Place has a new look for business travellers: meet us on 3...

The fourth Market Place des Déplacements Professionnels will bring together the key players in the business travel industry on 3 and 4 April at the Carousel du Louvre, with new ambitions under the banner of the Réunir group.
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Travel policy in question: Concur points to room for improvement

"There is room for improvement" is the summary of the survey published on 26 March by Concur on travel policy and its application in the French business travel market.
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Growth in sight for Brazilian business travel according to GBTA

Spending on business travel is set to soar again in Brazil in 2013, with the GBTA forecasting double-digit growth over the coming months.

Launch of GBTA in Russia

The GBTA is launching a new branch to federate business travel in Russia: a booming market.
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EVP Barometer 2012: Business travel stabilises according to American Express

The EVP 2012 barometer presented by American Express Business Travel on 19 November shows a stable trend. Most of the companies surveyed (63%) have maintained their business travel budgets in the same proportions, despite the uncertain economic climate in Europe. This trend is set to become even more pronounced in 2013, with 72% of companies forecasting stable budgets.

GTMC report: second quarter up for British business travellers

The Guild of Travel Management Companies (GTMC) recently published its dedicated report on the UK business travel market, which shows an overall increase in the number of transactions during the second quarter of 2012.

"Making the right choices for business travel": Paul Tilstone, Managing Director Europe...

Paul Tilstone is Head of Global Development for the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) and Managing Director Europe for the International Business Travel Association.

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CWT study: advice for travel managers faced with the business travel maze

The CWT Travel Management Institute has published a new study entitled "Air and ground transport: a practical guide to making savings": a range of updated advice on how to meet new market challenges and optimise business travel management.

CWT: a survival guide for business travellers during the Olympic Games

In the run-up to the Olympic Games being held in London from 27 July to 12 August, Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) has published a short "survival guide" for business travellers. The aim is to limit the inconvenience caused by the influx of visitors and soaring prices. Or at least take it easy with a touch of British phlegm...
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CreateTalent: business travel trains the leaders of tomorrow

The future of business travel is being prepared today, and the launch of CreateTalent is designed to meet the training needs of tomorrow's business leaders by offering a platform where young talent can meet experienced professionals.

HRG maps business travel

HRG unveiled its new technology tool on Tuesday 7 February at the Business Travel Show in London: HRG Insight is described as "the future of business travel data management".

EasyJet-American Express agreement for business travel

EasyJet has signed an agreement with American Express Global Business Travel, which should enable the low-cost airline to strengthen its position in the business customer market.

Amex report: luxury leaves the ground in American business travel

More comfort on the plane, versus more savings in the hotel: the latest study published by American Express Business Insights describes intersecting trends in the US business travel sector during the third quarter of 2011.

"In the end, everyone wins": Cyril Tetaz, Amadeus

Cyril Tetaz is Marketing Director, Airline Distribution at Amadeus.

BDC Travel study: business travellers in figures

Business travellers are under increased professional pressure while on the move, and are also working in their free time: that's the conclusion of a study unveiled this week by BCD Travel.