
Tips for choosing the best corporate travel planner
According to a study by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), companies that utilise a professional corporate travel planner report a 20% increase in traveller satisfaction and up to 15% in reduced travel costs. These improvements aren’t just numbers - they translate into real benefits for your business, such as happier employees, smoother trips, and significant cost savings.
Investing in a travel management company (TMC) means more than just delegating travel bookings. It's about leveraging expert knowledge and advanced tools to streamline your travel programme, mitigate risks, and enhance overall efficiency.
The perfect corporate travel planner makes for smoother trips, happier employees, and cost savings. Here are our tips to help you choose.
How to choose the best corporate travel planner
Choosing the right corporate travel planner is all about finding the perfect match—someone who understands your needs and makes your life easier. The right planner can transform your business trips from stressful to seamless.
When you know that resource is dedicated to your business, you can ensure that your travel policies are adhered to, your travellers receive 24/7 support, and your company maximises its travel budget. This strategic approach allows your team to focus on what they do best, driving business growth and success, while leaving the complexities of business travel management to the experts.
But with so many options, how do you find the best one? If you're searching for a new travel management partner, are going into RFP, or simply curious, here are some essential tips to guide your choice.
About Flight Centre Travel Group
The Flight Centre Travel Group is one of the world’s largest travel retailers and corporate travel managers. The company, which is headquartered in Brisbane, Australia, has company-owned leisure and corporate travel business in dozens of countries, spanning Australia, New Zealand, the Americas, Europe, the United Kingdom, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, and Asia. ASX listed Flight Centre Travel Group (FLT) also operates the global FCM corporate travel management network, which extends to more than 100 countries through company-owned businesses and independent licensees, along with Corporate Traveller, the flagship business specific to the small-to-medium-sized enterprise sector. For more information, visit fctgl.com.
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