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Shopping for a travel management company (TMC) for your SME? You’ve likely come across several different TMC pricing models. One of these is the travel subscription pricing model. Is it the right fit for your company? Travel management companies use three primary pricing models. There’s the travel subscription pricing model, the transaction fee model, andRead more

As you begin to contemplate your business goals for the new year, your attention may be turning to sustainability. However, it can be difficult to know how to get started with sustainability. Carbon footprints, carbon credits, travel policies, government mandates (depending on where across the globe you’re located) — it can all be a lotRead more

While a company can set its own per diem rates, most follow the general guidelines set forth by the government. These are based on the cost of living across destinations. Knowing the per diem rates in 2024 can help you anticipate travel expenses for the year ahead. Looking at the Year Ahead  In general, youRead more

As Small Business Saturday approaches in the United States, you may find yourself wondering how you can best boost your SME’s performance in the coming year. One way? Invest in managed travel. Yes, managed travel requires an up-front and recurring cost. However, even if you’re an SME or any business small enough to participate inRead more

From increased revenue to lasting and effective professional relationships, business travel is a strategic investment with many benefits, whether you’re an SME looking to scale or a larger organization. If, thus far, your organization has not made business travel a priority, it may be time you changed that. Other companies are already making this strategicRead more

Working with a Travel Management Company (TMC) with strong partnerships within a robust global travel network ensures that your company will have access to the services it needs, when it needs them, no matter if you’re working with a small or large TMC. Here’s what you need to look for in your TMC’s global travelRead more

Innovation often requires organizations to work together in pursuit of a common goal. In recent weeks, JTB USA and Goodwings have announced their intent to collaborate closely to innovate in the sustainable travel space and promote environmentally responsible travel worldwide and a sustainable future for business travel. JTB USA, a subsidiary of JTB Corp, isRead more

If your team frequently travels throughout both the United States and European Union, you’ve likely noticed something. Europe seems further along than the US when it comes to making travel and tourism more eco-friendly. So is sustainability a higher priority in the EU than in the US? Here are the facts surrounding sustainable travel inRead more

You probably don’t think much about your tech stack or developing a healthy tech stack. After all, if your tech stack is efficient, you barely recognize that it’s there. It’s only when a tech stack becomes inefficient that it becomes noticeable. A tech stack is the combination of all the different tech software, apps, etc.,Read more

While we often discuss duty of care as a key part of business travel, duty of care should also be a broader part of your company culture. Whether your teams are on the road or in the office, you have a responsibility to ensure they’re safe. It’s no secret that your talent is your company’sRead more