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Consumed with grief?Demographic and technological  shifts are changing the way  companies handle travel management.
Meeting safety demandsStrategic risk management of meetings is  still not widespread, but a failure to assess potential hazards could put your participants as well as your business in danger.
Civil obedienceThe government aims  to boost compliance to travel policies with the launch of its latest framework agreement. So what separates this  from previous deals?
Package dealsConsolidation between airlines is a growing trend, but where does this leave buyers when  it comes to negotiating the best rates?
Overcoming reservationsMore and more firms are moving their travel requirements online. Here's a beginner's guide to selecting a self-booking tool and how to increase adoption.
Shocks in the systemDo you fully understand the fees and charges applied by your travel management company? Ensure you do, or you could be in for a nasty surprise.
Business travel supplement May 2012Read Supply Management's analysis of recent developments in the business travel market.
Middle East supplementRead Supply Management's analysis of recent developments of the procurement industry in the Middle East.
The birds and the feesAirlines will continue to introduce charges for services once provided for free this year, but travel managers can act to mitigate their impact.
Strain timetableSmarter buying has meant cheaper tickets for travellers, but increasing demand and limited supply could derail buyers' efforts
The giant panda in the roomChina is unlike any other country when it comes to developing a business travel programme, but ignoring it is no longer an option.
Why bother integrating travel technology?Experts debate whether organisations can ever achieve harmony between their various travel management tools.
Sound FXLess than a fifth of travel buyers are effectively managing charges for converting currency. Here's how to deal with fluctuating exchange rates.
One world, one TMCConsolidating with a single travel management company globally may sound advanced, but is becoming standard practice for buyers. Here is a beginners' guide to making a smooth transition.
Flights of fancyPeople continue to use private aircraft when justified. It's not all about circular water-beds in the back of the plane.
The taxman comethGovernments are taking greater interest in the tax status of employees when they work abroad, and travel managers can make sure their firm is not caught out.
Business travel supplement April 2011Read Supply Management's analysis of recent developments in the business travel market.
Business travel supplement April 2010Supplement on business travel, appeared in Supply Management magazine in April 2010
All aboard for savingsIf bosses lead by example, it's much easier to motivate staff to make changes to their own travel habits. So says a study of the cost-conscious traveller conducted by American Express
Economy classWith major changes in the airline industry, crisis planning under the microscope and pressure sometimes too much on meetings spending, travel specialists need to manage programmes even smarter, says Amon Cohen
Stamp of approvalEnsuring visas are in order is usually a tortuous task, but enlisting professional help in plenty of time can make a real difference
When trouble eruptsEnsuring visas are in order is usually a tortuous task, but enlisting professional help in plenty of time can make a real difference
The bigger pictureThink corporate strategy rather than tactics when measuring travel programme performance that's one of the key points in a new travel management white paper. Amon Cohen reports
Enemy of the stateThe government has public sector travel in its sights as it looks to cut £6.2 billion from this year's budgets. Mark Frary looks for bookable savings.
Consolidated AirlinesWhether it's joint ventures, alliances or full-blown mergers, carriers are joining forces, but will this integration mean less competition and higher ticket prices?
Big dealNow that the travel management company you choose will steer your whole programme rather than sell flights to you, choosing the right one has become more important than ever. Amon Cohen provides a beginner's guide
Telepresent and connectedEnthusiasm about a more lifelike type of videoconferencing is spurring closer integration between travel and virtual conferencing management, finds Amon Cohen
Fantasy forumEnthusiasm about a more lifelike type of videoconferencing is spurring closer integration between travel and virtual conferencing management, finds Amon Cohen
Putting off the RitzIn these cash-strapped times, not only must meetings cost less but they must be seen to cost less
Room for negotiationWith major changes in the airline industry, crisis planning under the microscope and pressure - sometimes too much - on meetings spending, travel specialists need to manage programmes even smarter, says Amon Cohen
Business travel supplement October 2010Read Supply Management's analysis of recent developments in the business travel market.
Roundtable: How is technology influencing travel?We ask the SM business travel roundtable how buyers are using the latest technology to change habits and what the future holds
Tools of the travel tradeNew challenges develop all the time in business travel increased fare unbundling and VAT changes to name but two. However, as difficulties arise, so too do the technological tools to alleviate them. More are in the pipeline.
Price comparisonFrom return on investment to VAT, the hottest issue in the business travel industry is balancing value against cost. In the following pages we find out how buyers are dealing with it, says supplement editor Amon Cohen
Check-ins and balancesHow the procurement team at a private jet company ensures every journey counts
Returns to spenderIs there really a way to measure the ROI of travel spend?
Heading for a breakdownBoth low-cost and mainstream airlines are now introducing ancillary fees. How can buyers manage these invisible charges?
What's your policy?Building a policy is key to controlling your company's travel spend and the compliance of bookers and travellers
Taxing timesRecent VAT legislation has had largely unintended repercussions for the travel industry. But there are ways around the rules
Who's on the bill?Hotel billback, an old-fashioned central payment system, used by record companies among others, is earning a new lease of life
Play your cards rightHow do you build a corporate card programme? We take you through three essential steps to help you pick the right provider
Dig a little deeperGo beyond the typical categories and you can still make savings on business travel spend
Adapt to surviveTravel procurement has transformed to meet the challenges of recession-hit companies cutting back, implementation of 'green' programmes and greater compliance, says supplement editor Amon Cohen
Highly chargedAs buyers now have to pay for using a global distribution system, they are starting to question their worth. Do they remain the best source for business travel bookings?
Budget travelAlthough travel seems to be on the up, fears of an economic downturn have led some firms to tighten their spend. But there are ways to get more for your money, says supplement editor Amon Cohen
Buyers seek advice on new manslaughter lawTravel buyers are reviewing their policies in light of the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act, introduced earlier this month.
Economic gloom fails to deter British travellersBritish businesses are continuing to increase their travel in spite of the worsening global economic situation, according to corporate card provider AirPlus.
On the flight pathAirbus has introduced an extensive list of KPIs to cut travel spend. What difference have they made to its travel management?
Boom or gloomThe Arabian Gulf's rapid growth offers both advantages and drawbacks to business travel buyers
New fly zoneIt looks likely that finance will increase its influence over travel spend. But how can you win over the FD to get the results you want?
Spell it outCommunication is key to a successful travel management policy. Here are some pointers for getting stakeholders on board
Full speed ahead?Rail travel is chugging into the 21st century to help buyers of business travel but progress is slow
The finer classBetter meals, priority baggage claim - premium economy can offer more advantages than extra leg room, and all for not much more than economy class
Late check-inHotel accommodation can account for the largest slice of business travel spend but many companies still give booking priority to flights. Is this a missed opportunity for buyers?
It's not terminalRegular readers of Supply Management will recall our recent cover story detailing the success of the procurement and supply chain operations behind Heathrow's new Terminal 5.
A new dealA reduction in demand for hotel rooms and premium cabin air tickets means there are still savings to be made if you search the market and renegotiate corporate contracts
Jobs for the boyJamie Hindhaugh, the incoming chairman of the ITM, talks about juggling that role with handling the London Olympics for the BBC
Wiping the boardWhat's the best way to remunerate travel management companies? We discuss the pros and cons of the alternatives available
Drive a bargainCar hire prices have not plummeted in line with other travel categories. In fact, rental rates remain high - most likely due to a slump in supply
Green roomsBooking a hotel that has green credentials can make a significant impact on CO2 emissions. But with no overall measurement of 'greenness', which hotel do you choose?
Seal of approvalMany travellers admit to making unnecessary journeys. A robust approvals process can bring the travel budget back under control
Business travel supplement September 2009Supplement on business travel, appeared in Supply Management magazine in September 2009
The risk factorCompanies are improving the tactical handling of travel security, but a report argues that not many have a complete and coordinated strategy for managing risk in travel
Sounding the advanceIf building your own hotel, like Ikea is in Moscow, is not an option, then paying in advance for hotel rooms might prove to be a viable idea
Light at the end of the tunnelRail prices have proved a difficult area for value and negotiation, but advance buying and improvements in policy and communication are offering new directions
Business Travel supplement April 2009Supplement on business travel, appeared in Supply Management magazine
Fresh ideasWhile the recession bites, buyers are being asked to look around for innovative ways to save on travel. In this supplement we take a look at the areas that are ripe for improvement, says supplement editor Amon Cohen
Pitch some new ideasIn dealing with recession, buyers are being given the freedom to be innovative. Could this be the silver lining they have been waiting for?
How do you buy travel in a recession?Amon Cohen asks the SM business travel roundtable how the experts are controlling their travel budgets during the downturn. And he gets some surprising answers
The meetings marketIn the first of a regular series of 'How to' guides for newcomers to travel buying, we look at how to build a strategic meetings management programme
Ring in the newAs mobile devices gain in sophistication and usefulness for the traveller, it is time that travel managers had more say on which of these tools their company uses
Business travel supplement October 2008Supplement on career development , appeared in Supply Management magazine in October 2008
Business travel supplement - April 2008Supplement on business travel , appeared in Supply Management magazine in April 2008
Business travel supplement - September 2007Supplement on business travel , appeared in Supply Management magazine in September 2007

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