More Self-Confidence is Allowed

Posted in Blog, Industry Topics by Volker Huber
Tags: business travel, global recession, travel manager

Volker Huber

Travel managers have never been more sought-after for pushing through cost reductions than right now. However, they are often not sufficiently backed by their companies’ managements to play out the aces they have up their sleeves. 

Travel managers currently have many reasons to be content. For one reason, the global recession draws more attention to them than ever before.

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New Study: Management Compass | Business Travel

Posted in Blog, Industry Topics by AirPlus Editor
Tags: business travel, study, travel management

In these current times of recession, identifying cost-reduction potential for business travel is of particular relevance. Despite manifold curtailed travel budgets, companies must maintain their mobility and send their staff on business travel; hence, they need intelligent travel management. The “Managementkompass | Geschaeftsreisen” published jointly by the FAZ-Institut and AirPlus International demonstrates how modern travel management can discover and tap hidden savings potential.

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Agent’s Corner: Combating the Recession with Chris Thelen

Posted in Industry Topics by AirPlus Editor
Tags: Chambers Travel, Chris Thelen, Economic climate, Economic recession

Chris Thelen, CEO, Chambers Travel

AirPlus talks with Chris Thelen, CEO and owner of Chambers Travel about the impact of the current economic climate on TMCs, new challenges that face the industry and what Chambers Travel looks forward to…

A+: The current economic downturn saw a reduction in business travel. What are the main changes you have experienced as a result of the recession and do you see any positive outcomes?

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