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Special Reports

  • Travel Buyer’s POV — 3

    In each issue of Business Travel Executive, the members of our Buyer Think Tank offer their individual thoughts on what’s hot, what’s cool and what’s coming next in managed travel. The Think Tank is a team of nine veteran travel managers from programs that run the gamut in size and complexity – but each member…

    Mar. 14, 2019
    A creative and conceptual illustration showing a light bulb emitting a warm glow, symbolizing ideas and innovation. Next to it, a speech bubble contains the words "Think Tank," emphasizing collaboration and brainstorming. The background features abstract, white overlapping circles on a gray-blue backdrop, adding depth and a modern aesthetic.

  • Reporting for Duty

    Where Travel sits on the org chart can be turned into an advantage, if you know where to look

    Mar. 14, 2019
    Two business professionals are engaged in a discussion, analyzing charts and graphs on a desk. One individual points to a specific area on the document, emphasizing key data, while the other holds a pen. A laptop, clipboard, and calculator are also visible, creating a focused work environment.

  • Not a Moment to Waste

    When flight disruptions strike, the ability to predict the worst is the best way out

    Mar. 14, 2019
    A young woman sits in an airport lounge with a suitcase beside her, looking pensive and anxious. She rests her hand near her mouth while holding her phone, appearing to be deep in thought. The blurred background features bright lighting and a soft-focus view of the terminal, emphasizing her contemplative mood.

  • Consolidating Gains

    As hotel industry mergers and acquisitions continue, is the result for travel programs a boon, bust – or both?

    Mar. 14, 2019
    A cityscape with skyscrapers forms the backdrop for large, blue letters "M&A," representing mergers and acquisitions. A puzzle piece connects the ampersand, symbolizing the process of integration and collaboration between businesses. Shadows and architectural elements add depth and complexity to the composition.

  • Simple Meetings, Complex Problems

    Managing small get-togethers can pose big challenges for corporations – but solutions are close at hand.

    Mar. 14, 2019
    A businessman in a suit stands on a ladder above a vast, intricate maze, holding his hand over his eyes as he looks into the distance, symbolizing strategy, navigation, and problem-solving. The maze stretches out infinitely, blending into the horizon under a pale sky.

  • Moving Experiences

    Navigating the employee relocation landscape requires a good map and a watchful eye

    Feb. 13, 2019
    An illustrated graphic of a businessperson with a briefcase, holding a large magnifying glass over a world map. The magnifying glass reveals a zoomed-in view of a map with a specific location highlighted. Red location pins are scattered across the map, symbolizing various points of interest. The image conveys the concept of global navigation, location search, or business expansion.

  • Room for Improvement

    Technology is creating the hotel programs of the future – but the past is still present

    Feb. 13, 2019
    A colorful infographic illustration depicts an online hotel reservation process. On the left, a computer monitor displays a room selection interface labeled "Choose Your Room," featuring rows of room icons with a red arrow pointing to one. A dotted line leads from the monitor to a hotel building icon on the right, symbolizing the booking process. Additional icons like a magnifying glass, clock, credit card, globe with a pin, and light bulb represent search, time, payment, location, and ideas. The text "Online Reservation" is at the bottom, encapsulating the concept of booking hotel rooms digitally.

  • Breaking New Ground for Business Travelers

    High-tech, innovative service models and a focus on traveler experience is changing the game for business rides

    Feb. 13, 2019
    A digital illustration features a glowing white outline of a car within a square on a blue background. Binary code ("1s" and "0s") forms a gradient in the backdrop, symbolizing digital technology. Surrounding the car are smaller illuminated icons, including gears, suggesting concepts of automation, smart technology, or digital transportation systems. The overall theme conveys innovation and the integration of technology in the automotive industry.

  • Supplier Side Economics

    When it comes to buyer-supplier relationships – is it really all about the data?

    Feb. 13, 2019
    A young businesswoman sits at a desk, listening intently with a slightly perplexed expression. She is dressed in a professional suit, with her hand thoughtfully resting on her chin. Across from her, another professional, partially visible, holds a laptop and appears to be presenting or explaining something. The modern office setting in the background features bookshelves and natural light, emphasizing a professional and collaborative atmosphere.

  • All Our Tomorrows

    Time keeps on slippin’ into the future – and travel technology is slippin’ along for the ride

    Feb. 13, 2019
    A close-up of a person's hand placing their fingertip on a fingerprint scanner at an airport check-in counter. The background shows a staff member working on a computer, dressed in a professional uniform with a yellow scarf. The setting highlights the integration of biometric technology in modern travel, ensuring security and efficiency in passenger identification.