Air Canada NDC Surcharges: Lessons in Change Management
Posted by Mike Atherton on 19 September, 2023
Air Canada recently implemented a US$20-30 surcharge on bookings made through legacy EDIFACT distribution, starting in June 2023. This move was part of the airline's strategy to incentivize the...
Read MorePros and cons of NDC for Travel Management Companies
Posted by Mike Atherton on 05 September, 2023
As interest grows in New Distribution Capability (NDC), forward-thinking travel management companies must carefully weigh the pros and cons before adopting this emerging technology.
Read MoreHow To Pack For A Business Trip
Posted by Mike Atherton on 23 August, 2023
Business travel can be an exciting but hectic time for travelers - whether you are going cross-state overnight or travelling abroad for several weeks. There is a lot to organize and get ready, both...
Read More6 Tips to Bring Back the Skills Lost During the Pandemic
Posted by Mike Atherton on 09 August, 2023
The pandemic has been brutal on the travel industry, with many skilled workers leaving the field in droves. Between 2020 and 2022, many older and experienced workers – some laid off during the ...
Read MoreAre Hotel Bookings Increasing Again After The Pandemic?
Posted by Mike Atherton on 13 July, 2023
In 2020, the hospitality industry faced a storm that no one saw coming – the Covid-19 pandemic. The consequences were extended, disruptive, and severe, as travel restrictions and lockdowns globally...
Read MoreHow Strikes Affect Business Travel In 2023
Posted by Mike Atherton on 06 July, 2023
In some parts of the world, business travel has been problematic in 2023 so far as airline and airport employees have repeatedly gone on strike. Many of these strike actions are the result of layoffs...
Read MoreHotels Prioritizing Business Travelers
Posted by Mike Atherton on 08 June, 2023
Hotels worldwide are turning their focus toward an often-overlooked segment: business travelers. The traditional perception of business travel is changing, and hotels are stepping up to meet the new...
Read MoreChina Now Open Again for Business Travel
Posted by Mike Atherton on 01 June, 2023
After years of back-and-forth lockdowns and travel restrictions in its effort to battle Covid 19, China is now open again for in person business travel. The lifting of most international travel...
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