Dos and don’ts when negotiating corporate airfares Negotiating the best deal with airline suppliers is one of the most significant tasks for a travel management company – and it’s rarely easy. Airlines face tight profit margins, pushed further by fluctuating oil prices, increased competition, and higher passenger demands. To secure the best deal, you must …
Be aware of poor advice Book on Wednesday. The book is just before midnight. Shop around to compare airlines—book 57 days in advance. There’s no shortage of statistics and questionable advice on how individuals can secure the best price on air travel, some of which can be debunked quite easily. Unlocking the secret of securing …
As securing discounted corporate airfares gets harder Negotiating the best corporate airfares can be tricky at the best of times. Many external factors are making the task even harder. Ever-tighter profit margins, fluctuating oil prices, and increased competition from smaller and LCC carriers create stricter market conditions for airlines. In addition, the growing complexity of …
Times are changing and traditional, one-size-fits-all corporate travel policies are no longer meeting the diverse needs of businesses and employees. Many companies continue to use outdated, static travel policies rooted in historic pricing strategies that aren’t even used by carriers any longer.
