Are Business Travel Programs Barring Basic Economy? According to new research, business travel programs are not on board with basic economy fares. These fares were introduced by many airlines last year and are typically cheaper than standard airfare, but come with restrictions. The report, put out by GBTA in partnership with Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC),…
Most travel buyers and suppliers are familiar with both mobile wallet and contactless payment solutions, however, 49 percent of travel buyers are still unclear on the benefits, according to research released today by GBTA, in partnership with U.S. Bank. The results signal more work needs to be done to grow adoption of these payment methods…
It has been quite the week of natural disasters. On Thursday, Typhoon Jebi made landfall in Japan leaving nearly 3,000 passengers stranded at Kansai International Airport, Business Insider reports. Due to severe flooding, the airport was forced to shut down. Tropical Storm Gordon also made landfall this week, causing major airlines to waive change fees…
*The following post was originally sent as an email to GBTA members.* Dear GBTA Members, Convention is finally upon us! I am very excited to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of GBTA and Convention, and I am looking forward to seeing you all there. Convention GBTA Convention has a terrific line up once again this year….
Alexandria, VA (October 31, 2017) – Small and mid-sized companies are significantly more likely to allow business travelers to use non-transparent payment methods such as personal credit cards or cash advances, according to new research released today by the GBTA Foundation, the education and research arm of the Global Business Travel Association. When looking at usage…
As recent events have shown us, emergency preparedness can often be the difference between life and death. Over the past few months alone, we have witnessed the utter devastation caused by multiple natural disasters in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Texas and California. The question that comes to mind is: what happens to your employees…
Today, the GBTA Foundation released a new study on virtual payment solutions sponsored by U.S. Bank. The following press release went out announcing the new report: Majority of Suppliers Accepting Virtual Payments About 20 percent of American businesses today pay for travel using cardless single-use “virtual” accounts, up from 13 percent last year, according to a…
Last week passed the two month mark since I joined GBTA as interim Executive Director. I’ve been on a “listening tour” of our global membership the past sixty days and am grateful for your advice, constructive feedback, candid insights, keen observations and encouragement! Thank you as well for your support and patience as we work…
The Road to Recovery Continues Next Week The GBTA Collaboratory continues next week with the theme of Virtual Payment Solutions. Don’t miss the chance to hear from industry leaders on perspectives, best practices, expert insight, and actionable takeaways to address the issues facing the global business travel industry. Week 4 Webinars include: Benefits of Offering Contactless…
The Road to Recovery Continues September 14 The all-new GBTA Collaboratory will continue September 14-18 with the theme of Virtual Payment Solutions. This webinar series continues provide perspectives, best practices, expert insight, and actionable takeaways to address the issues facing the global business travel industry. Week 4 Webinars include: Benefits of Offering Contactless Payment Options…
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