Waypoint Business Travel Blog

It’s a debate that’s come up a lot in the business travel world as of late: NDC vs GDS. Not sure which side you’re on? On the one hand, if you’ve ever struggled with the complexities of booking flights and other airline offerings as a Travel Manager, it’s time to get excited. The increasing adoptionRead more

Business dinners are crucial for so many industries and so many teams. During business dinners, startups are formed, talent is wooed, and major decisions are made. However, if you frequently attend business dinners, you may lose sight of just how important they are, or you may find them to be mostly a chore that justRead more

As any frequent business traveler will tell you, a comfortable flying experience makes all the difference during a hectic business trip, which is why travel managers should take care when booking the best airlines for long-haul business travel. If you’re traveling more than just a few hours, you need space to stretch out, get aRead more

It’s no secret that hotel rates have been a pain point for Travel Managers throughout 2023. Unfortunately, all signs point to this continuing through the next year, with 2024 hotel rates projected to rise even further. On the positive side, this is not a shock. In fact, this is something that Travel Managers have beenRead more

No matter your industry, AI is likely influencing the way you work. If you’re a business Traveler or Travel Manager, you may find that AI is influencing your travel as well. The mainstream media’s attention may be on the ways AI can put together an itinerary for your upcoming trip in a flash. However, beyondRead more

Sustainability is becoming a top priority in not just leisure travel but business travel as well. For organizations that have never maybe considered sustainability when planning business travel, it’s important to think sustainably across your travel from start to finish. More and more employees and consumers are demanding that brands take action against climate change.Read more

At a small or mid-sized business, travel policy utilization is vital to ensure business needs are met while controlling costs. How can you improve travel policy adoption if this is an area where you’re currently struggling as a Travel Manager? Here are six tips for keeping your teams compliant — and your business travel budgetRead more

If you’re considering partnering with a Travel Management Company (TMC) as you scale your business, keep in mind that this is not a decision to take lightly. There are key qualities to look for in a TMC, to meet your organization’s business travel needs and goals. Here are the eight qualities to look for inRead more

Despite challenges, it appears concerns regarding a business travel bounce-back are behind us – more or less. Business travel received a heavy blow with the Covid-19 pandemic halting not just business travel, but the travel industry as a whole. However, industry experts can more or less all agree that a business travel bounce back hasRead more