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Don't forget - you can find a wealth of information and analysis in the Information Center on www.bcdtravel.com. From the 2008 Travel Program Survey to the 2009 Industry Forecast, we've got what you need. |
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Reliance on compliance
Enforcing T&E policy is key to program savings
With the possibility of a deep economic contraction in 2009, the onus of identifying opportunities for savings is increasingly falling upon the travel program. But where to begin?
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Hotel security
Personal safety begins with common sense
Although terrorism may be top of mind right now in security evaluations, companies must take into account the full range of threats to traveler security ? many of which are far more probable than a terrorist attack.
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Advito Industry Forecast 2009
Updated figures now available
Advito, the consulting arm of BCD Travel, has updated its Industry Forecast for 2009 based on economic and industry developments during Q4 2008. This update is designed to assist corporate travel executives in navigating complex travel program management scenarios. |
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San José
An epicenter of culture under the volcano
Costa Rica's capital is located in the Central Intermountain Valley, with an area of 106 square miles and almost 2 million people. The city is the epicenter of many historical monuments, museums, parks and residential areas.
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A strategy for tough times
Travel amenities to inspire the corporate traveler
While dwindling staffs and budget cuts have contributed to the mounting pressures for business travelers who must do more with less, many companies have made travel perks a priority for travelers. A passenger who has a stress-free flight and arrives rested and refreshed is more likely to succeed.
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Green Engage
IHG responds to interest in reducing hotels environmental impact
IHG, the world s largest hotel company by number of rooms, is trialing a new on-line system called Green Engage, which will help hotel general managers manage energy consumption more effectively.
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Covering the gobal travel industry
Week ending Feb. 6, 2009
Including an article citing Kathy Pruett, senior director of consulting at Advito, reporting success in 2009 negotiations in staving off increases in domestic rates, even in major gateway cities, as hoteliers face a bleak demand outlook of indeterminate length.
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