--- title: "The Hidden Visibility Crisis in Corporate Travel: How Expense Reporting, Personal Cards, and Delayed Data Undermine Program Control" description: Traditional data sources create a fractured and incomplete picture that undermines modern travel management, from duty of care to cost control. image: https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-expense-visibility-blog.png --- [![Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-logotype-white.svg "Traxo")](https://www.traxo.com/) [![Get Started](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4161121/e1f17185-59ab-48d3-acc4-12570e8930e5.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4161121/e1f17185-59ab-48d3-acc4-12570e8930e5) [![Insights%20Header%20Icon](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Resources%20Assets%202020/Insights%20Header%20Icon.svg) ](https://blog.traxo.com) ## [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com) The latest news, events, and industry trends from Traxo. 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They believe they have visibility into their travel programs through agency reporting, expense reports, and credit card feeds. The reality? These [traditional data sources](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0) create a fractured, delayed, and fundamentally incomplete picture that undermines every aspect of modern travel management, from duty of care to cost control. The gap between perceived and actual visibility has never been more critical. As business travel rebounds amid increased complexity, distributed booking behaviors, and heightened safety concerns, organizations relying on antiquated tools and legacy travel visibility methods manage their programs through a rearview mirror, seeing only what happened weeks ago, with crucial details missing entirely. ## The Fatal Flaws of Expense and Credit Card Data ### The Timeline Problem: When "Real-Time" Means Weeks Later Consider the typical lifecycle of travel data in most organizations. An employee books a flight for Tuesday, with travel the following week. The company won't see this booking in their systems until the expense report is filed, often 30 to 45 days after the trip concludes. By then, any opportunity for intervention has long passed. Policy violations can't be corrected. Safety risks can't be mitigated. Negotiated rates can't be enforced. Credit card feeds promise faster visibility, but even Level-3 data typically arrives 24 to 72 hours after the transaction. And that's just the payment record, not the actual travel details. In an era where flight disruptions require immediate rebooking assistance and geopolitical events demand instant traveler location data, this delay isn't just inconvenient—it's operationally negligent. ### The Fidelity Crisis: Financial Data Isn't Travel Data Here's what expense reports and credit card statements actually tell you: someone spent $847 on "AIR TRAVEL - UNITED AIRLINES" on March 15th. ![](https://blog.traxo.com/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-3.png?width=774&height=423&name=undefined-3.png) Here's what they don't tell you: - Which flight was booked - When will it depart and land - Where was it purchased - The fare class purchased versus your negotiated rates - Whether it's a basic economy ticket that can't be changed - The actual routing, including connection points and destination - If the booking includes checked baggage or seat selection - Whether the traveler opted for a red-eye that violates duty-of-care policies - Any subsequent changes, cancellations, or rebookings - Did the flight(s) depart and arrive on time or how late was it - Metrics like the days in advance the purchase was made or the cost per mile Financial datasets were designed for accounting reconciliation, not travel program management. They're the equivalent of trying to manage a supply chain using only invoice totals—you'd never know what products were ordered, when they'll arrive, if they meet specifications, or how well the vendor is meeting your needs. ### The Personal Card Paradox The most insidious gap in traditional visibility comes from a behavior pattern travel managers know but can't control: employees increasingly use personal credit cards for business travel. The motivation is simple—loyalty points, elite status qualification, and personal rewards that can be worth thousands of dollars annually to frequent travelers. Airlines and hotels actively encourage this behavior. Many carriers make it difficult—or impossible—to store corporate cards for direct bookings, while offering bonus points and incentives for using personal cards on their websites. They introduce friction into corporate payment workflows while streamlining personal transactions. The result is a growing visibility gap: according to [**Hotel Tech Report**](https://partners.hoteltechreport.com/about-us/?utm_source=chatgpt.com), **one in three business travelers still books work travel using personal credit cards**, pushing a substantial share of spend outside managed programs and into blind spots for travel managers. ### A Day in the Life of Visibility Failure Let's follow Sarah, a sales executive, through a typical booking scenario that illustrates how quickly control evaporates: Monday, 9 AM: *Sarah receives notice of a critical client meeting in London next week. Your company has negotiated rates with three carriers and a preferred business class policy for transatlantic flights over six hours.* **Monday, 11 AM:** *Sarah books directly on her favorite airline's website—not one of your preferred carriers—because she needs 500 more miles for elite status. She uses her personal card to maximize points earnings. She chooses premium economy over business class to save money and appease the finance department.* **Monday through Thursday:** *Your travel management team has no idea Sarah is traveling internationally. Your security team doesn't know to monitor London risk assessments. Your procurement team can't track spend against negotiated agreements or on-time performance against operational reliability goals.* **Wednesday (travel day):** *Sarah's flight is cancelled due to weather. She rebooks herself on a different carrier, in economy, with two connections through cities not covered by your duty-of-care protocols. You still don't know she's traveling.* **Three weeks later:** *An expense report appears showing $3,400 in air travel. No details. No ability to verify policy compliance. No opportunity to help during the disruption. Diminished intelligence to support your next career negotiation or opportunity to use this travel in program objectives analysis. Just a number in a spreadsheet, weeks after the fact.* ### The "We Already Have Visibility" Delusion The market has responded to these challenges by proliferating tools that claim to solve the visibility problem. Travel managers hear pitches about credit card integrations, supplier APIs, and expense management platforms and travel agency solutions with "enhanced travel modules." The industry press celebrates these as breakthrough solutions. They're not. ### Why Legacy Visibility Tools Fall Short - **Limited Breadth:** Most visibility tools capture travel details from a narrow set of sources. TripLink covers only participating suppliers in the Concur ecosystem. Travel agency solutions only cover what they sell. Credit card integrations only work when corporate cards are used. Each solution captures perhaps 20-30% of your program, leaving massive gaps that compound into systematic blindness. - **Shallow Depth:** Even when these tools capture bookings, they rarely acquire the operational details that matter. Level-3 credit card data might tell you someone flew from New York to London, but not whether they took the recommended 9 AM departure or the red-eye that leaves them exhausted for client meetings. You'll see a hotel charge, but you won't know whether they booked the standard room at your negotiated rate or upgraded to a suite at rack rates. - **Persistent Delays:** "Real-time" in most visibility tools means "within 24-48 hours if everything processes correctly." By the time data flows from the supplier to the aggregator to the normalization engine to your reporting dashboard, the moment for intervention has passed. You're not managing travel; you're conducting a retrospective. ### The Modern Solution: Automatic, Comprehensive, Immediate The path forward requires fundamentally reimagining how travel data is acquired. Instead of waiting for financial transactions to flow through corporate systems, a modern travel management tool captures booking data at the source, *the moment a reservation is made,* regardless of payment method or booking channel. This is where features like Traxo's AutoDetect represent a paradigm shift in travel management software. By automatically detecting bookings across hundreds of suppliers through tighter integrations, these platforms capture the complete booking record—every segment, every fare rule, every ancillary—in real-time. No dependency on traveler behavior. No waiting for expense reports. No gaps from personal card usage. The implications cascade through every aspect of travel management: - **Duty of Care:** Know where travelers are before they depart, not after they return - **Cost Control:** Identify out-of-policy bookings while they can still be changed - **Supplier Management:** Negotiate with complete data on actual purchasing patterns - **Traveler Support:** Provide proactive assistance during disruptions - **Compliance:** Ensure regulatory requirements are met before travel occurs ### Myth versus Reality: Understanding True Visibility | **The Myth** | **The Reality** | | --- | --- | | "Credit card feeds give us booking visibility" | Payment records lack operational details and arrive too late for intervention | | "Expense reports capture all travel spend" | Bookings on personal cards never appear until reimbursement | | "Our TMC’s solution shows us everything" | Average corporate bookings exceed 40% outside managed channels | | "Supplier APIs provide real-time data" | Limited to participating suppliers and often exclude critical booking details | | "We can mandate corporate card usage" | Traveler rewards, incentives and supplier limitations make this unenforceable and unrealistic | ### The Price of Incomplete Visibility Organizations operating with traditional visibility methods aren't just missing travel—they're missing opportunities. Every [invisible booking](https://blog.traxo.com/maximizing-savings-with-invisible-spend-insights) represents: - Unutilized negotiated rates that weaken future negotiations - Unmanaged risk that could escalate into duty-of-care failures - Unidentified savings that compound into millions in preventable costs - Untracked patterns that could optimize supplier strategies - Unsupported travelers who remember when they needed help and didn't receive it ### Building a Modern Travel Data Architecture The solution isn't adding more band-aids to a broken system. It's implementing data acquisition that works the way modern business works—automatic, comprehensive, and immediate. True visibility means: - **Automatic detection** that doesn't depend on traveler compliance or payment methods. - **Complete reservation details** that mirror what exists in airline and hotel systems - **Real-time acquisition** that enables intervention before travel occurs  - **Unified normalization** that makes data immediately actionable for analysis and response This is about recognizing that expense reports and credit card feeds were never designed to manage travel. They're archaeological records of what happened, not operational data for what's happening. ### The Competitive Imperative As organizations compete for talent, optimize costs, and manage increasingly complex risk landscapes, travel program visibility has evolved from an operational nice-to-have to a strategic imperative. Companies using a solution that provides true visibility can promise employees they'll never be stranded without support. They can guarantee that negotiated agreements are being utilized. They can assure boards that duty-of-care obligations are being met. Those relying on expense reports and credit card feeds can promise none of these things. They're managing in the dark, hoping that what they can't see won't hurt them. In modern corporate travel, what you can't see isn't just hurting you—it's defining the limits of what your program can achieve. The question isn't whether you need better visibility. It's whether you'll achieve it before the hidden crisis in your travel program becomes a visible failure that was entirely preventable. ### Take Control of Your Travel Program Today The gap between what you think you see and what's actually happening in your travel program grows wider every day. Discover how the Traxo platform can illuminate every corner of your travel program by automatically capturing bookings across all suppliers, payment methods, and booking channels in real time and making it available as part of a complete travel management solution for intelligence and insights. --- Connect with Traxo     [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Duty Of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/duty-of-care) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/risk-management-featured-image.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-corporate-risk-leaders-owe-their-people-right-now) ## [When the World Shifts: What Corporate Travel and Risk Leaders Owe Their People Right Now ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-corporate-risk-leaders-owe-their-people-right-now) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) There's a particular kind of dread that settles over a risk manager when breaking news flashes across their screen at 6 a.m. Not panic — but urgency. 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But what if I told you that there's a significant chunk of your travel spend that's flying under the radar, invisible to your [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0) [![The Hidden Threat of Invisible Spend in Corporate Travel](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Blog%20Featured%20Image%20Template%20(1).png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Compliance](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/compliance) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/3-3.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0) ## [Leveraging Traveler Behavior Insights to Optimize Corporate Travel Programs ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) In today's fast-paced business environment, corporate travel management has become a critical component of a company's overall success. With employees constantly on the move, understanding and analyzing traveler behavior is essential to optimize travel programs, improve compliance, and enhance traveler satisfaction. By gaining insights into where [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/3-3.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![Travel Data for Business Objectives - Decorative Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/business-objectives.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/leveraging-complete-corporate-travel-data-to-reach-business-objectives) ## [Leveraging Complete Corporate Travel Data to Reach Business Objectives ](https://blog.traxo.com/leveraging-complete-corporate-travel-data-to-reach-business-objectives) [Brian Butler](https://blog.traxo.com/author/brian-butler) In the dynamic landscape of corporate travel, staying ahead requires more than just managing logistics; it involves understanding and leveraging the wealth of data generated by every trip. At Traxo, we specialize in capturing and analyzing comprehensive travel data, enabling businesses to fine-tune their travel programs for maximum efficiency and [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/leveraging-complete-corporate-travel-data-to-reach-business-objectives) [![Travel Data for Business Objectives - Decorative Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/business-objectives.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/leveraging-complete-corporate-travel-data-to-reach-business-objectives) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [![Four professionals work around a desk](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-business-continuity.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-traxo-supports-business-continuity) ## [Business Continuity in Corporate Travel: How Traxo Keeps You in the Game ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-traxo-supports-business-continuity) [Brian Butler](https://blog.traxo.com/author/brian-butler) In the ever-complex and unpredictable world of corporate operations, [business continuity management](https://www.bcmpedia.org/wiki/Business_Continuity_Management_(BCM)) (BCM) stands as a cornerstone for ensuring an organization's ongoing stability. Business continuity refers to the planning and preparation undertaken to ensure that an organization can continue to operate in case of serious incidents, disasters, or [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-traxo-supports-business-continuity) [![Four professionals work around a desk](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-business-continuity.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-traxo-supports-business-continuity) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Duty Of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/duty-of-care) [![ChatGPT for Corporate Travel Management | Decorative Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Untitled%20design.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/unleashing-the-power-of-chatgpt-for-smarter-safer-corporate-travel) ## [Unleashing the Power of ChatGPT for Smarter, Safer Corporate Travel ](https://blog.traxo.com/unleashing-the-power-of-chatgpt-for-smarter-safer-corporate-travel) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) In corporate travel's complex, fast-paced realm, staying ahead of the curve is necessary. Today, the technological revolution spearheaded by artificial intelligence (AI) has reshaped the landscape, with tools like ChatGPT becoming game-changers. Designed by OpenAI, [ChatGPT leverages advanced language understanding capabilities](https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt) that could assist [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/unleashing-the-power-of-chatgpt-for-smarter-safer-corporate-travel) [![ChatGPT for Corporate Travel Management | Decorative Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Untitled%20design.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/unleashing-the-power-of-chatgpt-for-smarter-safer-corporate-travel) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Duty Of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/duty-of-care) [![Lightning Storm](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-weather-delays-blog-Asset%202.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/overcoming-weather-delays-and-mass-cancellations-with-traxo) ## [Overcoming Weather Delays and Mass Cancellations with Traxo ](https://blog.traxo.com/overcoming-weather-delays-and-mass-cancellations-with-traxo) [Aash Shravah](https://blog.traxo.com/author/aash-shravah) In corporate travel, [weather delays and mass cancellations are significant roadblocks](https://edition.cnn.com/2023/06/28/business/air-travel-woes/index.html). These unexpected situations can lead to missed meetings, lower productivity, and heightened employee stress; taking a toll on overall business performance. The need for efficient management and control of these unpredictable events has never been more critical. [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/overcoming-weather-delays-and-mass-cancellations-with-traxo) [![Lightning Storm](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-weather-delays-blog-Asset%202.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/overcoming-weather-delays-and-mass-cancellations-with-traxo) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [![American Airlines Planes at Airport](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/aa-ndc-blog-Asset%202.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-travel-management-teams-need-to-know-about-ndc) ## [What Travel Management Teams Need to Know About NDC ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-travel-management-teams-need-to-know-about-ndc) [Aash Shravah](https://blog.traxo.com/author/aash-shravah) The world of corporate travel management is constantly evolving, and one of the most significant developments in recent years is the introduction of New Distribution Capability (NDC). NDC is a new standard for airline distribution that aims to modernize and simplify the booking process for travel agencies, travel management companies, and [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/what-travel-management-teams-need-to-know-about-ndc) [![American Airlines Planes at Airport](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/aa-ndc-blog-Asset%202.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-travel-management-teams-need-to-know-about-ndc) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [![Sunset at an Airport](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-booking-flexibilityAsset%201.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-corporate-travel-data-enables-greater-booking-flexibility) ## [How Corporate Travel Data Enables Greater Booking Flexibility ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-corporate-travel-data-enables-greater-booking-flexibility) [Justin Morris](https://blog.traxo.com/author/justin-morris) In today's fast-paced business environment, corporate travel management teams face many challenges, such as ensuring the safety and comfort of their business travelers while keeping costs under control. One of the main challenges is to provide flexible booking options that meet the specific needs of their travelers while retaining full visibility. [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-corporate-travel-data-enables-greater-booking-flexibility) [![Sunset at an Airport](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-booking-flexibilityAsset%201.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-corporate-travel-data-enables-greater-booking-flexibility) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [![Traveler Walks Toward a Staircase](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-personal-trips-blog-Asset%2010.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-enterprise-level-companies-address-personal-trips) ## [How Enterprise-Level Companies Address Personal Trips ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-enterprise-level-companies-address-personal-trips) [Aash Shravah](https://blog.traxo.com/author/aash-shravah) With the rise of work-from-home and work-from-anywhere trends, as well as the blending of business and leisure travel (also known as ["bleisure" trips](https://blog.traxo.com/managing-bleisure-travel)), many corporations have shifted their focus from being responsible for the safety and security of the traveler to being accountable for the safety and security of the employee, regardless of their [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-enterprise-level-companies-address-personal-trips) [![Traveler Walks Toward a Staircase](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-personal-trips-blog-Asset%2010.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-enterprise-level-companies-address-personal-trips) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![What Does Traxo Do? | Woman Using Traxo on Laptop](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/what-does-traxo-do-blog-Asset%209.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-does-traxo-do) ## [Using Data for Better Travel Management: What Does Traxo Do? ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-does-traxo-do) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) You may be wondering, "What does Traxo Do?" Traxo helps organizations audit their corporate travel programs by providing full visibility into travel bookings, regardless of the booking source, well before trips actually happen. By parsing booking details from 100,000+ air, car and hotel suppliers, Traxo provides travel managers with comprehensive [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/what-does-traxo-do) [![What Does Traxo Do? | Woman Using Traxo on Laptop](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/what-does-traxo-do-blog-Asset%209.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-does-traxo-do) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data Privacy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data-privacy) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![Train Station Elevators | What is Travel Data Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-travel-data-blog.Asset%208.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-fundamentals-what-is-travel-data) ## [Travel Management Fundamentals: What is Travel Data? ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-fundamentals-what-is-travel-data) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) Unstructured data, structured data, complete data—these terms can intimidate those who are not accustomed to or well-versed in managing data. While most travel managers wouldn’t consider themselves data experts, they actually acquire and use a massive amount of travel data to do their jobs. According to a [2021 study by Expedia](https://expediapartnersolutions.com/resources/blog/insights/traveler-focused-booking-experience), 68% of all [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-fundamentals-what-is-travel-data) [![Train Station Elevators | What is Travel Data Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-travel-data-blog.Asset%208.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-fundamentals-what-is-travel-data) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [![Mother working from home with her child | Traxo 2022 Work Trends Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-2022-work-trends-Asset%2011.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/2022-work-trends-changes-in-business-travel-and-daily-operations) ## [2022 Work Trends: Changes in Business Travel and Daily Operations ](https://blog.traxo.com/2022-work-trends-changes-in-business-travel-and-daily-operations) [Aash Shravah](https://blog.traxo.com/author/aash-shravah) While the world faces emerging viral outbreaks, inflation and air travel disruptions, [business travel continues to rebound](https://www.gbta.org/global-business-travel-spending-is-coming-back-but-recent-headwinds-push-anticipated-full-recovery-into-2025-and-2026/) from its mid-pandemic low—though its full recovery timeline has been pushed to 2026. Until recently, businesses went into fight-or-flight mode each time a new COVID variant surfaced, which caused the height of cancellations, [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/2022-work-trends-changes-in-business-travel-and-daily-operations) [![Mother working from home with her child | Traxo 2022 Work Trends Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-2022-work-trends-Asset%2011.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/2022-work-trends-changes-in-business-travel-and-daily-operations) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Sustainability](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/sustainability) [![Row of windmills creating electricity, working toward clean energy, a form of corporate sustainability.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-sustainability-blogAsset%2010.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-complete-travel-data-supports-corporate-sustainability) ## [How Complete Travel Data Supports Corporate Sustainability ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-complete-travel-data-supports-corporate-sustainability) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) As our environment shifts, the importance of corporate sustainability grows stronger. As individual contributors and corporations, the actions and impact that we make together could not be more important than acting to offset our carbon footprint now. The lasting impact of our actions plays an integral part in the Earth future generations [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-complete-travel-data-supports-corporate-sustainability) [![Row of windmills creating electricity, working toward clean energy, a form of corporate sustainability.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-sustainability-blogAsset%2010.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-complete-travel-data-supports-corporate-sustainability) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Expense Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/expense-management) [![Coins on Blue Background | Traxo Currency Conversion Product Update Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-currency-conversion-Asset%2011.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-update-automatic-currency-conversion) ## [Traxo Product Update: Automatic Currency Conversion ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-update-automatic-currency-conversion) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) Traxo has been providing travel managers and organizations across the globe with complete trip visibility, providing consolidated reporting and ease of locating travelers before, during, and after trips. We’ve recently taken Traxo’s reporting to the next level by launching **computed prices**, a new feature to automatically convert all travel data [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-update-automatic-currency-conversion) [![Coins on Blue Background | Traxo Currency Conversion Product Update Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-currency-conversion-Asset%2011.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-update-automatic-currency-conversion) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [Duty Of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/duty-of-care) [![Two women stand in front of the Golden Gate Bridge | Bleisure Travel](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/managing-bleisure-trips-Asset%2010.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/managing-bleisure-travel) ## [6 Tips for Managing Bleisure Travel ](https://blog.traxo.com/managing-bleisure-travel) [Franz Loriega](https://blog.traxo.com/author/franz-loriega) A bleisure trip is what you get when you blend a business and a leisure trip together — a concept that is no stranger to modern business travelers or travel managers. An example of a bleisure trip would be an employee traveling to San Francisco for a business conference at their company’s expense and then tacking on a couple days for a quick jaunt [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/managing-bleisure-travel) [![Two women stand in front of the Golden Gate Bridge | Bleisure Travel](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/managing-bleisure-trips-Asset%2010.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/managing-bleisure-travel) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Duty Of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/duty-of-care) [Program Savings](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/program-savings) [![A crowd of travelers moves through a commercial building in London. ](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-why-Real-Time-Travel-Data-Aggregation-is-ImportantAsset%2010.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-travel-aggregator) ## [Why You Should Use a Travel Aggregator for Business Travel Data ](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-travel-aggregator) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) Imagine waking up to news headlines that [war has erupted](https://blog.traxo.com/4-ways-to-support-employees-during-an-international-conflict), a political crisis has ensued, or a newly identified virus has begun to rapidly spread. As your organization's appointed travel manager, would you be scratching your head, wondering if you have employees in the affected region, or would a quick check of your travel aggregator let you know [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-travel-aggregator) [![A crowd of travelers moves through a commercial building in London. ](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-why-Real-Time-Travel-Data-Aggregation-is-ImportantAsset%2010.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-travel-aggregator) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [![A woman traveling in the city practicing business travel safety.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-international-conflict-Asset%2010.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/4-ways-to-support-employees-during-an-international-conflict) ## [4 Ways to Ensure Business Travel Safety During International Conflict ](https://blog.traxo.com/4-ways-to-support-employees-during-an-international-conflict) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) Many organizations had offices, work-from-home employees, and travelers visiting Ukraine when Russia invaded on February 24th, 2022. Regardless of why employees were in the country, organizations had a legally [binding duty of care](https://resources.traxo.com/traxo-for-traveler-safety-download) to their team members. Before they could ensure employees were out of harm's way, they needed to locate them. Today, [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/4-ways-to-support-employees-during-an-international-conflict) [![A woman traveling in the city practicing business travel safety.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-international-conflict-Asset%2010.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/4-ways-to-support-employees-during-an-international-conflict) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [Program Savings](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/program-savings) [![Woman with calculator and receipts](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-price-assurance-blog.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/3-aspects-of-price-assurance-strategy) ## [3 Aspects of an Effective Price Assurance Strategy ](https://blog.traxo.com/3-aspects-of-price-assurance-strategy) [Franz Loriega](https://blog.traxo.com/author/franz-loriega) ## What Is Price Assurance? Price assurance is a corporate travel savings strategy made of three components — supplier negotiations, rate auditing and re-shopping. Technologies that continually [audit rates](https://blog.traxo.com/audit-your-travel-program-with-pre-trip-booking-data) and re-shop for discounts are crucial to ensuring your [suppliers adhere](https://blog.traxo.com/business-travel-management-data) to your contracted discounts and non-negotiated bookings are optimized. [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/3-aspects-of-price-assurance-strategy) [![Woman with calculator and receipts](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-price-assurance-blog.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/3-aspects-of-price-assurance-strategy) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Covid-19](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/covid-19) [![Woman dressed in business casual in the office at a standing desk next to her work laptop.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/business-travel-analyticsAsset%208.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) ## [4 Reasons Why Travel Managers Need Access to Detailed Business Travel Analytics ](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) The role of a travel manager often varies with the size and scale of organizations. Global organizations may have large, complex travel programs, typically managed by a team of [corporate travel professionals](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices). Whereas small to medium-sized businesses may only have a single point of contact managing the travel program. Regardless of the size of your [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) [![Woman dressed in business casual in the office at a standing desk next to her work laptop.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/business-travel-analyticsAsset%208.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![Decorative Image with Charts and Graphs and statistics](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/multi-tmcs-postAsset%204.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-traxo-with-tmc-companies) ## [The Benefits of Using Traxo to Manage Multiple TMCs ](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-traxo-with-tmc-companies) [Jack Roney](https://blog.traxo.com/author/jack-roney) Having multiple travel management companies (TMCs) supporting an organization is common in today’s business sector, especially for those with a global presence. This fragmentation makes leveraging a travel program data aggregation and auditing solution mission-critical. What Are TMCs (Travel Management Companies)? TMCs, [travel management companies](https://www.amexglobalbusinesstravel.com/) [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-traxo-with-tmc-companies) [![Decorative Image with Charts and Graphs and statistics](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/multi-tmcs-postAsset%204.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-traxo-with-tmc-companies) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Covid-19](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/covid-19) [Knowledge](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/knowledge) [![A person types on their laptop with one hand while talking on a cell phone with the other.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/new-travel-management-technologies-Asset-8.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-technology) ## [Corporate Travel Technology: 3 Travel Management Technologies Every Business Should Implement ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-technology) [Franz Loriega](https://blog.traxo.com/author/franz-loriega) New, industry-leading corporate travel t technologies are emerging all the time. We’ve also witnessed businesses[  reinventing themselves to stay relevant  ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-the-pandemic-transformed-corporate-travel-programs)as the world changes around us. To continue future-proofing corporate travel programs, there are three key areas where travel managers should focus: - [Ensuring access](https://blog.traxo.com/4-reasons-why-travel-managers-need-access-to-detailed-business-travel) to complete pre-trip travel [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-technology) [![A person types on their laptop with one hand while talking on a cell phone with the other.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/new-travel-management-technologies-Asset-8.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-technology) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [![People sit around a conference table with computers discussing their corporate travel policy.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-consideration-before-mandating-travel-program.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-policy-examples) ## [Corporate Travel Program Policy Types ](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-policy-examples) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) A [well-written](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices) corporate travel policy provides guidance for business travelers while helping organizations influence behavior, manage spend, utilize [preferred suppliers](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-managers-office-hours-ask-the-experts-0), and keep travelers safe. Despite the numerous benefits a travel policy provides, travel managers still face policy compliance challenges. How do you move the needle on [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-policy-examples) [![People sit around a conference table with computers discussing their corporate travel policy.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-consideration-before-mandating-travel-program.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-policy-examples) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [![A team collaborates at a central desk with laptop computers and smartphones discussing changes to their corporate travel policy.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-considerations-before-mandating-travel-program-pt2.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices) ## [Updating Your Travel Program: 5 Corporate Travel Policy Best Practices ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) Once you’re familiar with the [ three corporate travel program policy types](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-program-policy-types) – mandated, flexible, and hybrid – it’s time to decide what comes next. Do you need to make changes, and if so, what are the corporate travel policy best practices you should follow? Before diving headfirst into policy changes, let’s take a step back to evaluate the entire [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices) [![A team collaborates at a central desk with laptop computers and smartphones discussing changes to their corporate travel policy.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-considerations-before-mandating-travel-program-pt2.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Full%20data%20visibility.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/full-data-visibility) ## [Full Data Visibility: The New Table Stakes For Corporate Travel ](https://blog.traxo.com/full-data-visibility) [Andres Fabris](https://blog.traxo.com/author/andres-fabris) As the global economy begins to reopen, corporate travel teams worldwide are planning for how best to restart their company’s business travel activity. Most firms have made it through the initial “triage” stage of the pandemic. Now, teams are taking stock of how their travel programs performed in the midst of the crisis, in order to assess how [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/full-data-visibility) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Full%20data%20visibility.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/full-data-visibility) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [Security](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/security) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-and-your-TMC.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-and-your-tmc) ## [Traxo and Your TMC, Ensuring Your Travel Program is Prepared ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-and-your-tmc) [Justin Morris](https://blog.traxo.com/author/justin-morris) Uncertain times – I have lost count of how many times I heard the phrase “uncertain times” over the last two months. Since the spread of COVID-19 began, the world has certainly been faced with innumerable challenges on every imaginable level - physically, mentally, spiritually, and more, especially in the realm of business travel. There are many [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-and-your-tmc) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-and-your-TMC.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-and-your-tmc) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/covid.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/covid-19-update-mar24) ## [COVID-19 and Corporate Travel: Steps to Take Now for What Comes Next ](https://blog.traxo.com/covid-19-update-mar24) [Cara Whitehill](https://blog.traxo.com/author/cara-whitehill) Travel managers have been on the front line of corporate travel’s response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Companies are in varying stages of dealing with the outbreak, but we’ve heard three common themes in how travel teams are approaching this unprecedented new reality. ## Three Ways Travel Managers Are Approaching COVID-19 1. **Employees first – **Ensuring [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/covid-19-update-mar24) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/covid.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/covid-19-update-mar24) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [GDPR](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/gdpr) [Security](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/security) [Data Privacy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data-privacy) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/China.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/china-coronavirus-corporate-travel-and-duty-of-care) ## [China, Coronavirus, Corporate Travel and Duty of Care ](https://blog.traxo.com/china-coronavirus-corporate-travel-and-duty-of-care) [Cara Whitehill](https://blog.traxo.com/author/cara-whitehill) If your CEO or head of risk management walked into your office today and asked you how many employees recently traveled to China, and hence could be at risk for exposure to coronavirus, how confident are you of your answer? ## Importance of Data Visibility During the COVID-19 Outbreak The swift outbreak of the coronavirus (now known as COVID-19) [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/china-coronavirus-corporate-travel-and-duty-of-care) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/China.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/china-coronavirus-corporate-travel-and-duty-of-care) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [GDPR](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/gdpr) [Security](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/security) [Data Privacy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data-privacy) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Privacy.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-and-data-privacy-faqs) ## [Traxo and Data Privacy: FAQs ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-and-data-privacy-faqs) [Cara Whitehill](https://blog.traxo.com/author/cara-whitehill) We frequently get questions from prospective clients regarding data privacy and security, and how Traxo's services meet legal requirements for both areas. For corporate travel managers seeking to understand their booking blindspots, we've compiled some of the most common questions and our responses, which can be shared with internal legal and IT [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-and-data-privacy-faqs) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Privacy.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-and-data-privacy-faqs) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-at-ACTE.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-at-acte-2018-off-channel-spend-takes-center-stage) ## [Traxo at ACTE 2018: Off-Channel Spend Takes Center Stage ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-at-acte-2018-off-channel-spend-takes-center-stage) [Cara Whitehill](https://blog.traxo.com/author/cara-whitehill) The Traxo team was in New York City last week for the annual [ACTE Global Summit](https://info.traxo.com/acte2018) and enjoyed the opportunity to connect with hundreds of corporate travel managers and buyers. Our booth at InterACTE was busy nonstop! Thanks to all who stopped by to say hello -- we hope we helped shed some light on the challenges of managing your off-channel [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-at-acte-2018-off-channel-spend-takes-center-stage) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-at-ACTE.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-at-acte-2018-off-channel-spend-takes-center-stage) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![Traxo Visibility Blog Featured Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-visibility-blog.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/take-control-with-traxo) ## [Take Control with Traxo: The Role of Booking Visibility in Building Connected Travel Ecosystems ](https://blog.traxo.com/take-control-with-traxo) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) In today’s complex corporate travel landscape, where an average of 40% of bookings happen outside approved channels, travel managers face an increasingly difficult challenge: how to maintain complete visibility and control over their travel programs while ensuring traveler safety, controlling costs, and meeting sustainability goals. The answer [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/take-control-with-traxo) [![Traxo Visibility Blog Featured Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-visibility-blog.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/take-control-with-traxo) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![2026 Sustainability Trends - Greenery](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/2026-sustainability-trends.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/the-future-of-sustainable-business-travel-2026) ## [The Future of Sustainable Business Travel: 5 Trends Shaping 2026 ](https://blog.traxo.com/the-future-of-sustainable-business-travel-2026) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) Travel leaders: the pressure is on. Boards, investors, and regulators are increasingly focused on indirect emissions—especially those hidden within the value chain. For many companies, business travel falls under the [Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol](https://ghgprotocol.org/corporate-value-chain-scope-3-standard)’s **Scope 3, Category 6 (business travel)** and now requires as much scrutiny as manufacturing or [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/the-future-of-sustainable-business-travel-2026) [![2026 Sustainability Trends - Greenery](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/2026-sustainability-trends.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/the-future-of-sustainable-business-travel-2026) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/extended%20traveler%20profiles.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/extended-traveler-profiles) ## [Extended Traveler Profiles: A Richer Picture of Every Journey ](https://blog.traxo.com/extended-traveler-profiles) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) In today’s global travel environment, organizations can’t afford to think of travel data as a collection of disconnected transactions. Every trip has context. Yet for too long, travel managers have been forced to navigate a [fragmented landscape of partial insights](https://blog.traxo.com/the-power-of-data-transparency-in-modern-travel-management); travel data here, spending data there, and HR records somewhere else. Traxo’s new [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/extended-traveler-profiles) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/extended%20traveler%20profiles.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/extended-traveler-profiles) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Flight%20Assessments.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/flight-performance-insights) ## [Flight Performance Insights: Turning Data into Competitive Advantage ](https://blog.traxo.com/flight-performance-insights) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) For decades, corporate travel managers have relied on flight data as a core element of program oversight. Yet despite its importance, this data has often been frustratingly limited. Did the traveler book the flight? Was the ticket issued? How much was spent? These questions could be answered—but only in broad strokes. What’s been missing is the [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/flight-performance-insights) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Flight%20Assessments.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/flight-performance-insights) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![Professionals attending a conference](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/group-meetings.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-traxo-simplifies-group-travel-and-meetings) ## [How Traxo Simplifies Group Travel and Meetings ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-traxo-simplifies-group-travel-and-meetings) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) Corporate travel isn’t just about individual trips. Increasingly, companies bring large groups of employees together for off-sites, client events, or global conferences. These gatherings are essential for connection and collaboration, but for travel managers, they’re some of the hardest trips to manage. Group travel introduces unique challenges: [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-traxo-simplifies-group-travel-and-meetings) [![Professionals attending a conference](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/group-meetings.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-traxo-simplifies-group-travel-and-meetings) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Program Savings](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/program-savings) [![Traxo Insurance Blog Featured Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-TRM-Blog-Featured-Image.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-complete-travel-data-can-lower-your-insurance-premiums) ## [Proving Duty of Care Pays Off: How Complete Travel Data Can Lower Your Insurance Premiums ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-complete-travel-data-can-lower-your-insurance-premiums) [Franz Loriega](https://blog.traxo.com/author/franz-loriega) Corporate travel risk management (TRM) has long been seen as a moral and legal imperative, but today, it’s becoming a [financial strategy](https://blog.traxo.com/maximizing-savings-with-invisible-spend-insights) too. Insurers are beginning to explore premium discounts for companies that proactively demonstrate strong duty of care, especially those aligned with ISO 31030 standards. And the key to proving it? Complete, [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-complete-travel-data-can-lower-your-insurance-premiums) [![Traxo Insurance Blog Featured Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-TRM-Blog-Featured-Image.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-complete-travel-data-can-lower-your-insurance-premiums) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![Decorative image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/1-Apr-22-2025-05-59-01-2554-PM.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-rolls-out-its-quickest-data-filters-ever) ## [Two Clicks to Clarity: Traxo Rolls Out Its Quickest Data Filters Ever ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-rolls-out-its-quickest-data-filters-ever) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) In the fast-moving world of corporate travel, real-time insights aren’t a luxury — they’re a necessity. That’s why Traxo is thrilled to introduce our fastest filtering experience yet, launching this week. With just **two clicks**, users can drill into specific data points and surface the context they need, without fumbling through menus, exports, or [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-rolls-out-its-quickest-data-filters-ever) [![Decorative image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/1-Apr-22-2025-05-59-01-2554-PM.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-rolls-out-its-quickest-data-filters-ever) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Program Savings](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/program-savings) [![Traxo Dashboars showing TMC vs Non-TMC bookings](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-savings-blog.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/maximizing-savings-with-invisible-spend-insights) ## [Maximizing Savings with Invisible Spend Insights ](https://blog.traxo.com/maximizing-savings-with-invisible-spend-insights) [Justin Morris](https://blog.traxo.com/author/justin-morris) Is your travel program as cost-effective as you think? Most organizations believe they have a firm grip on their corporate travel spend, yet [gaps in visibility often reveal a different reality](https://resources.traxo.com/off-channel-bookings-webinar-international-sos). Even when companies leverage a Travel Management Company (TMC), rely on negotiated supplier contracts, or enforce strict booking policies, a significant [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/maximizing-savings-with-invisible-spend-insights) [![Traxo Dashboars showing TMC vs Non-TMC bookings](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-savings-blog.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/maximizing-savings-with-invisible-spend-insights) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![Traxo Product Updates 2025](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-product-updates-2025.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-updates-february-2025) ## [Unlocking Travel Management Success in 2025 with Traxo’s Latest Product Updates ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-updates-february-2025) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) At Traxo, we’re always looking for ways to empower travel managers with cutting-edge tools to drive smarter decision-making and enhance program visibility. As we step into 2025, we’re thrilled to announce a series of updates that make managing corporate travel easier and more insightful than ever before. From our new dashboard to advanced flight [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-updates-february-2025) [![Traxo Product Updates 2025](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-product-updates-2025.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-updates-february-2025) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![Corporate Travel Trends 2025 - People In Line at Airport](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-2025-corporate-travel-trends-feature-image.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-management-2024-trends-and-2025-predictions) ## [Corporate Travel Management: 2024 Trends and 2025 Predictions ](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-management-2024-trends-and-2025-predictions) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) The corporate travel landscape has undergone significant transformations in recent years, influenced by technological advancements, shifting employee expectations, and global economic factors. As we reflect on 2024, several key trends are reshaping business travel in 2025 and beyond. ### Trends in  Corporate Travel from 2024 1. **AI Integration in Travel ** [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-management-2024-trends-and-2025-predictions) [![Corporate Travel Trends 2025 - People In Line at Airport](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-2025-corporate-travel-trends-feature-image.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-management-2024-trends-and-2025-predictions) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Compliance](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/compliance) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![The Impact of New Distribution Capability (NDC) on Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/AdobeStock_300879493.jpeg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0-0) ## [The Impact of New Distribution Capability (NDC) on Corporate Travel Management ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0-0) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) The airline industry has undergone a significant transformation by introducing New Distribution Capability (NDC), a standardized API (Application Programming Interface) that enables airlines to sell their products more effectively. NDC has revolutionized how airlines distribute their content, and its impact is felt across the corporate travel [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0-0) [![The Impact of New Distribution Capability (NDC) on Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/AdobeStock_300879493.jpeg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0-0) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Compliance](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/compliance) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![The Critical Role of Duty of Care in Corporate Travel Management: Why Real-Time Data Matters](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Blog%20Featured%20Image%20Template-1.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0) ## [The Critical Role of Duty of Care in Corporate Travel Management: Why Real-Time Data Matters ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) Corporate travel has become an essential aspect of doing business as the world becomes increasingly interconnected. With employees traveling globally, companies have a moral and legal obligation to ensure their safety and well-being while on the road. This responsibility is known as duty of care and is a critical component of corporate travel [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0) [![The Critical Role of Duty of Care in Corporate Travel Management: Why Real-Time Data Matters](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Blog%20Featured%20Image%20Template-1.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Compliance](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/compliance) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![The Hidden Threat of Invisible Spend in Corporate Travel](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Blog%20Featured%20Image%20Template%20(1).png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0) ## [Strategies for Managing Invisible Spend in Corporate Travel ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) As a travel manager, you're tasked with overseeing the complex and often chaotic world of corporate travel. From booking flights and hotels to managing expenses and ensuring policy compliance, your plate is always full. But what if I told you that there's a significant chunk of your travel spend that's flying under the radar, invisible to your [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0) [![The Hidden Threat of Invisible Spend in Corporate Travel](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Blog%20Featured%20Image%20Template%20(1).png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Compliance](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/compliance) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/3-3.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0) ## [Leveraging Traveler Behavior Insights to Optimize Corporate Travel Programs ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) In today's fast-paced business environment, corporate travel management has become a critical component of a company's overall success. With employees constantly on the move, understanding and analyzing traveler behavior is essential to optimize travel programs, improve compliance, and enhance traveler satisfaction. By gaining insights into where [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/3-3.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![Laptop showcasing the Traxo platform](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-product-update-november-2024.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024) ## [Exciting Enhancements to Traxo’s Corporate Travel Management Services ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) At Traxo, we’ve been hard at work over the past few months, making significant strides to enhance our corporate travel management services. We’re excited to share some of the latest updates that are set to revolutionize how companies manage their travel programs. ## Expanding Our Reach: Capturing Every Booking, Everywhere We’ve significantly [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024) [![Laptop showcasing the Traxo platform](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-product-update-november-2024.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![Travel Data for Business Objectives - Decorative Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/business-objectives.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/leveraging-complete-corporate-travel-data-to-reach-business-objectives) ## [Leveraging Complete Corporate Travel Data to Reach Business Objectives ](https://blog.traxo.com/leveraging-complete-corporate-travel-data-to-reach-business-objectives) [Brian Butler](https://blog.traxo.com/author/brian-butler) In the dynamic landscape of corporate travel, staying ahead requires more than just managing logistics; it involves understanding and leveraging the wealth of data generated by every trip. At Traxo, we specialize in capturing and analyzing comprehensive travel data, enabling businesses to fine-tune their travel programs for maximum efficiency and [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/leveraging-complete-corporate-travel-data-to-reach-business-objectives) [![Travel Data for Business Objectives - Decorative Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/business-objectives.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/leveraging-complete-corporate-travel-data-to-reach-business-objectives) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Sustainability](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/sustainability) [![mandatory emission reporting standards](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/mandatory-emissions-reporting.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/mandatory-emissions-reporting) ## [Mandatory Emissions Reporting: Implications for Global Corporate Travel ](https://blog.traxo.com/mandatory-emissions-reporting) [Aash Shravah](https://blog.traxo.com/author/aash-shravah) Post-pandemic recovery has ushered in an era where the environment and sustainability are paramount. For the travel industry, the spotlight is on new [mandatory emissions reporting](https://www.ul.com/news/mandatory-emissions-reporting-around-globe) standards. [As the The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) points out](https://wttc.org/news-article/is-travel-and-tourism-ready-for-mandatory-emissions-reporting), navigating this evolving landscape requires commitment and innovation. Let's delve into how [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/mandatory-emissions-reporting) [![mandatory emission reporting standards](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/mandatory-emissions-reporting.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/mandatory-emissions-reporting) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![What Does Traxo Do? | Woman Using Traxo on Laptop](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/what-does-traxo-do-blog-Asset%209.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-does-traxo-do) ## [Using Data for Better Travel Management: What Does Traxo Do? ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-does-traxo-do) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) You may be wondering, "What does Traxo Do?" Traxo helps organizations audit their corporate travel programs by providing full visibility into travel bookings, regardless of the booking source, well before trips actually happen. By parsing booking details from 100,000+ air, car and hotel suppliers, Traxo provides travel managers with comprehensive [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/what-does-traxo-do) [![What Does Traxo Do? | Woman Using Traxo on Laptop](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/what-does-traxo-do-blog-Asset%209.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-does-traxo-do) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data Privacy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data-privacy) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![Train Station Elevators | What is Travel Data Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-travel-data-blog.Asset%208.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-fundamentals-what-is-travel-data) ## [Travel Management Fundamentals: What is Travel Data? ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-fundamentals-what-is-travel-data) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) Unstructured data, structured data, complete data—these terms can intimidate those who are not accustomed to or well-versed in managing data. While most travel managers wouldn’t consider themselves data experts, they actually acquire and use a massive amount of travel data to do their jobs. According to a [2021 study by Expedia](https://expediapartnersolutions.com/resources/blog/insights/traveler-focused-booking-experience), 68% of all [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-fundamentals-what-is-travel-data) [![Train Station Elevators | What is Travel Data Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-travel-data-blog.Asset%208.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-fundamentals-what-is-travel-data) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Expense Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/expense-management) [![Coins on Blue Background | Traxo Currency Conversion Product Update Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-currency-conversion-Asset%2011.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-update-automatic-currency-conversion) ## [Traxo Product Update: Automatic Currency Conversion ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-update-automatic-currency-conversion) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) Traxo has been providing travel managers and organizations across the globe with complete trip visibility, providing consolidated reporting and ease of locating travelers before, during, and after trips. We’ve recently taken Traxo’s reporting to the next level by launching **computed prices**, a new feature to automatically convert all travel data [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-update-automatic-currency-conversion) [![Coins on Blue Background | Traxo Currency Conversion Product Update Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-currency-conversion-Asset%2011.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-update-automatic-currency-conversion) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Security](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/security) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Knowledge](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/knowledge) [![Computer with Code | Traxo Pen Testing Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-pen-testing-blog.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-data-security-what-is-pen-testing) ## [Travel Data Security: What is Pen Testing? ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-data-security-what-is-pen-testing) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) You’ve [likely experienced a cyber attack](https://www.varonis.com/blog/data-breach-statistics) at some point during your career or personal life. For example, you may have had an account hacked into or received an alarming message from a service provider that there has been a systems data breach and your personal details were compromised. With larger-scale cyberattacks, these often go unnoticed or [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-data-security-what-is-pen-testing) [![Computer with Code | Traxo Pen Testing Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-pen-testing-blog.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-data-security-what-is-pen-testing) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Duty Of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/duty-of-care) [Program Savings](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/program-savings) [![A crowd of travelers moves through a commercial building in London. ](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-why-Real-Time-Travel-Data-Aggregation-is-ImportantAsset%2010.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-travel-aggregator) ## [Why You Should Use a Travel Aggregator for Business Travel Data ](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-travel-aggregator) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) Imagine waking up to news headlines that [war has erupted](https://blog.traxo.com/4-ways-to-support-employees-during-an-international-conflict), a political crisis has ensued, or a newly identified virus has begun to rapidly spread. As your organization's appointed travel manager, would you be scratching your head, wondering if you have employees in the affected region, or would a quick check of your travel aggregator let you know [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-travel-aggregator) [![A crowd of travelers moves through a commercial building in London. ](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-why-Real-Time-Travel-Data-Aggregation-is-ImportantAsset%2010.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-travel-aggregator) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Covid-19](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/covid-19) [![Woman dressed in business casual in the office at a standing desk next to her work laptop.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/business-travel-analyticsAsset%208.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) ## [4 Reasons Why Travel Managers Need Access to Detailed Business Travel Analytics ](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) The role of a travel manager often varies with the size and scale of organizations. Global organizations may have large, complex travel programs, typically managed by a team of [corporate travel professionals](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices). Whereas small to medium-sized businesses may only have a single point of contact managing the travel program. Regardless of the size of your [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) [![Woman dressed in business casual in the office at a standing desk next to her work laptop.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/business-travel-analyticsAsset%208.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![Decorative Image with Charts and Graphs and statistics](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/multi-tmcs-postAsset%204.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-traxo-with-tmc-companies) ## [The Benefits of Using Traxo to Manage Multiple TMCs ](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-traxo-with-tmc-companies) [Jack Roney](https://blog.traxo.com/author/jack-roney) Having multiple travel management companies (TMCs) supporting an organization is common in today’s business sector, especially for those with a global presence. This fragmentation makes leveraging a travel program data aggregation and auditing solution mission-critical. What Are TMCs (Travel Management Companies)? TMCs, [travel management companies](https://www.amexglobalbusinesstravel.com/) [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-traxo-with-tmc-companies) [![Decorative Image with Charts and Graphs and statistics](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/multi-tmcs-postAsset%204.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/benefits-of-traxo-with-tmc-companies) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Covid-19](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/covid-19) [Knowledge](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/knowledge) [![A person types on their laptop with one hand while talking on a cell phone with the other.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/new-travel-management-technologies-Asset-8.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-technology) ## [Corporate Travel Technology: 3 Travel Management Technologies Every Business Should Implement ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-technology) [Franz Loriega](https://blog.traxo.com/author/franz-loriega) New, industry-leading corporate travel t technologies are emerging all the time. We’ve also witnessed businesses[  reinventing themselves to stay relevant  ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-the-pandemic-transformed-corporate-travel-programs)as the world changes around us. To continue future-proofing corporate travel programs, there are three key areas where travel managers should focus: - [Ensuring access](https://blog.traxo.com/4-reasons-why-travel-managers-need-access-to-detailed-business-travel) to complete pre-trip travel [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-technology) [![A person types on their laptop with one hand while talking on a cell phone with the other.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/new-travel-management-technologies-Asset-8.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-technology) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [Security](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/security) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-and-your-TMC.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-and-your-tmc) ## [Traxo and Your TMC, Ensuring Your Travel Program is Prepared ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-and-your-tmc) [Justin Morris](https://blog.traxo.com/author/justin-morris) Uncertain times – I have lost count of how many times I heard the phrase “uncertain times” over the last two months. Since the spread of COVID-19 began, the world has certainly been faced with innumerable challenges on every imaginable level - physically, mentally, spiritually, and more, especially in the realm of business travel. There are many [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-and-your-tmc) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-and-your-TMC.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-and-your-tmc) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![Traxo Visibility Blog Featured Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-visibility-blog.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/take-control-with-traxo) ## [Take Control with Traxo: The Role of Booking Visibility in Building Connected Travel Ecosystems ](https://blog.traxo.com/take-control-with-traxo) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) In today’s complex corporate travel landscape, where an average of 40% of bookings happen outside approved channels, travel managers face an increasingly difficult challenge: how to maintain complete visibility and control over their travel programs while ensuring traveler safety, controlling costs, and meeting sustainability goals. The answer [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/take-control-with-traxo) [![Traxo Visibility Blog Featured Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-visibility-blog.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/take-control-with-traxo) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![2026 Sustainability Trends - Greenery](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/2026-sustainability-trends.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/the-future-of-sustainable-business-travel-2026) ## [The Future of Sustainable Business Travel: 5 Trends Shaping 2026 ](https://blog.traxo.com/the-future-of-sustainable-business-travel-2026) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) Travel leaders: the pressure is on. Boards, investors, and regulators are increasingly focused on indirect emissions—especially those hidden within the value chain. For many companies, business travel falls under the [Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol](https://ghgprotocol.org/corporate-value-chain-scope-3-standard)’s **Scope 3, Category 6 (business travel)** and now requires as much scrutiny as manufacturing or [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/the-future-of-sustainable-business-travel-2026) [![2026 Sustainability Trends - Greenery](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/2026-sustainability-trends.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/the-future-of-sustainable-business-travel-2026) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/extended%20traveler%20profiles.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/extended-traveler-profiles) ## [Extended Traveler Profiles: A Richer Picture of Every Journey ](https://blog.traxo.com/extended-traveler-profiles) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) In today’s global travel environment, organizations can’t afford to think of travel data as a collection of disconnected transactions. Every trip has context. Yet for too long, travel managers have been forced to navigate a [fragmented landscape of partial insights](https://blog.traxo.com/the-power-of-data-transparency-in-modern-travel-management); travel data here, spending data there, and HR records somewhere else. Traxo’s new [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/extended-traveler-profiles) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/extended%20traveler%20profiles.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/extended-traveler-profiles) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Flight%20Assessments.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/flight-performance-insights) ## [Flight Performance Insights: Turning Data into Competitive Advantage ](https://blog.traxo.com/flight-performance-insights) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) For decades, corporate travel managers have relied on flight data as a core element of program oversight. Yet despite its importance, this data has often been frustratingly limited. Did the traveler book the flight? Was the ticket issued? How much was spent? These questions could be answered—but only in broad strokes. What’s been missing is the [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/flight-performance-insights) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Flight%20Assessments.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/flight-performance-insights) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![Professionals attending a conference](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/group-meetings.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-traxo-simplifies-group-travel-and-meetings) ## [How Traxo Simplifies Group Travel and Meetings ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-traxo-simplifies-group-travel-and-meetings) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) Corporate travel isn’t just about individual trips. Increasingly, companies bring large groups of employees together for off-sites, client events, or global conferences. These gatherings are essential for connection and collaboration, but for travel managers, they’re some of the hardest trips to manage. Group travel introduces unique challenges: [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-traxo-simplifies-group-travel-and-meetings) [![Professionals attending a conference](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/group-meetings.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-traxo-simplifies-group-travel-and-meetings) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![Decorative image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/1-Apr-22-2025-05-59-01-2554-PM.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-rolls-out-its-quickest-data-filters-ever) ## [Two Clicks to Clarity: Traxo Rolls Out Its Quickest Data Filters Ever ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-rolls-out-its-quickest-data-filters-ever) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) In the fast-moving world of corporate travel, real-time insights aren’t a luxury — they’re a necessity. That’s why Traxo is thrilled to introduce our fastest filtering experience yet, launching this week. With just **two clicks**, users can drill into specific data points and surface the context they need, without fumbling through menus, exports, or [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-rolls-out-its-quickest-data-filters-ever) [![Decorative image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/1-Apr-22-2025-05-59-01-2554-PM.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-rolls-out-its-quickest-data-filters-ever) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![Traxo Product Updates 2025](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-product-updates-2025.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-updates-february-2025) ## [Unlocking Travel Management Success in 2025 with Traxo’s Latest Product Updates ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-updates-february-2025) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) At Traxo, we’re always looking for ways to empower travel managers with cutting-edge tools to drive smarter decision-making and enhance program visibility. As we step into 2025, we’re thrilled to announce a series of updates that make managing corporate travel easier and more insightful than ever before. From our new dashboard to advanced flight [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-updates-february-2025) [![Traxo Product Updates 2025](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-product-updates-2025.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-updates-february-2025) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![Corporate Travel Trends 2025 - People In Line at Airport](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-2025-corporate-travel-trends-feature-image.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-management-2024-trends-and-2025-predictions) ## [Corporate Travel Management: 2024 Trends and 2025 Predictions ](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-management-2024-trends-and-2025-predictions) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) The corporate travel landscape has undergone significant transformations in recent years, influenced by technological advancements, shifting employee expectations, and global economic factors. As we reflect on 2024, several key trends are reshaping business travel in 2025 and beyond. ### Trends in  Corporate Travel from 2024 1. **AI Integration in Travel ** [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-management-2024-trends-and-2025-predictions) [![Corporate Travel Trends 2025 - People In Line at Airport](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-2025-corporate-travel-trends-feature-image.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-management-2024-trends-and-2025-predictions) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Compliance](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/compliance) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![The Impact of New Distribution Capability (NDC) on Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/AdobeStock_300879493.jpeg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0-0) ## [The Impact of New Distribution Capability (NDC) on Corporate Travel Management ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0-0) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) The airline industry has undergone a significant transformation by introducing New Distribution Capability (NDC), a standardized API (Application Programming Interface) that enables airlines to sell their products more effectively. NDC has revolutionized how airlines distribute their content, and its impact is felt across the corporate travel [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0-0) [![The Impact of New Distribution Capability (NDC) on Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/AdobeStock_300879493.jpeg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0-0) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Compliance](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/compliance) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![The Critical Role of Duty of Care in Corporate Travel Management: Why Real-Time Data Matters](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Blog%20Featured%20Image%20Template-1.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0) ## [The Critical Role of Duty of Care in Corporate Travel Management: Why Real-Time Data Matters ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) Corporate travel has become an essential aspect of doing business as the world becomes increasingly interconnected. With employees traveling globally, companies have a moral and legal obligation to ensure their safety and well-being while on the road. This responsibility is known as duty of care and is a critical component of corporate travel [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0) [![The Critical Role of Duty of Care in Corporate Travel Management: Why Real-Time Data Matters](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Blog%20Featured%20Image%20Template-1.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0-0) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Compliance](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/compliance) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![The Hidden Threat of Invisible Spend in Corporate Travel](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Blog%20Featured%20Image%20Template%20(1).png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0) ## [Strategies for Managing Invisible Spend in Corporate Travel ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) As a travel manager, you're tasked with overseeing the complex and often chaotic world of corporate travel. From booking flights and hotels to managing expenses and ensuring policy compliance, your plate is always full. But what if I told you that there's a significant chunk of your travel spend that's flying under the radar, invisible to your [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0) [![The Hidden Threat of Invisible Spend in Corporate Travel](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Blog%20Featured%20Image%20Template%20(1).png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0-0) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Compliance](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/compliance) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/3-3.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0) ## [Leveraging Traveler Behavior Insights to Optimize Corporate Travel Programs ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0) [Lacey Williams](https://blog.traxo.com/author/lacey-williams) In today's fast-paced business environment, corporate travel management has become a critical component of a company's overall success. With employees constantly on the move, understanding and analyzing traveler behavior is essential to optimize travel programs, improve compliance, and enhance traveler satisfaction. By gaining insights into where [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/3-3.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024-0) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Product Updates](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/product-updates) [![Laptop showcasing the Traxo platform](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-product-update-november-2024.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024) ## [Exciting Enhancements to Traxo’s Corporate Travel Management Services ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) At Traxo, we’ve been hard at work over the past few months, making significant strides to enhance our corporate travel management services. We’re excited to share some of the latest updates that are set to revolutionize how companies manage their travel programs. ## Expanding Our Reach: Capturing Every Booking, Everywhere We’ve significantly [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024) [![Laptop showcasing the Traxo platform](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-product-update-november-2024.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/enhancements-to-traxos-corporate-travel-management-services-november-2024) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [![Travel Data for Business Objectives - Decorative Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/business-objectives.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/leveraging-complete-corporate-travel-data-to-reach-business-objectives) ## [Leveraging Complete Corporate Travel Data to Reach Business Objectives ](https://blog.traxo.com/leveraging-complete-corporate-travel-data-to-reach-business-objectives) [Brian Butler](https://blog.traxo.com/author/brian-butler) In the dynamic landscape of corporate travel, staying ahead requires more than just managing logistics; it involves understanding and leveraging the wealth of data generated by every trip. At Traxo, we specialize in capturing and analyzing comprehensive travel data, enabling businesses to fine-tune their travel programs for maximum efficiency and [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/leveraging-complete-corporate-travel-data-to-reach-business-objectives) [![Travel Data for Business Objectives - Decorative Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/business-objectives.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/leveraging-complete-corporate-travel-data-to-reach-business-objectives) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Sustainability](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/sustainability) [![mandatory emission reporting standards](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/mandatory-emissions-reporting.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/mandatory-emissions-reporting) ## [Mandatory Emissions Reporting: Implications for Global Corporate Travel ](https://blog.traxo.com/mandatory-emissions-reporting) [Aash Shravah](https://blog.traxo.com/author/aash-shravah) Post-pandemic recovery has ushered in an era where the environment and sustainability are paramount. For the travel industry, the spotlight is on new [mandatory emissions reporting](https://www.ul.com/news/mandatory-emissions-reporting-around-globe) standards. [As the The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) points out](https://wttc.org/news-article/is-travel-and-tourism-ready-for-mandatory-emissions-reporting), navigating this evolving landscape requires commitment and innovation. Let's delve into how [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/mandatory-emissions-reporting) [![mandatory emission reporting standards](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/mandatory-emissions-reporting.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/mandatory-emissions-reporting) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [![Business Traveler Walking Down Corridor ](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-iso-31030-legal-implications-Asset%201@1400x-50.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/the-legal-implications-of-iso-31030) ## [The Legal Implications of ISO 31030 ](https://blog.traxo.com/the-legal-implications-of-iso-31030) [Sterling Miller](https://blog.traxo.com/author/sterling-miller) Most of my legal career was spent in-house at Sabre and Travelocity. As a result, I am keenly interested in legal issues that impact the travel industry. In today's globalized economy, travel is an essential part of doing business. Whether it's attending conferences, meeting clients, or exploring new markets, travel is an integral component of [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/the-legal-implications-of-iso-31030) [![Business Traveler Walking Down Corridor ](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-iso-31030-legal-implications-Asset%201@1400x-50.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/the-legal-implications-of-iso-31030) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [![Travelers at an Airport](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-ndc-blog-v2Asset%204.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/ndc-will-drive-additional-travel-leakage-traxo-solves-the-problem) ## [NDC Will Inevitably Drive Additional Travel Leakage: Traxo Solves the Problem ](https://blog.traxo.com/ndc-will-drive-additional-travel-leakage-traxo-solves-the-problem) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) [New Distribution Capability (NDC)](https://blog.traxo.com/what-travel-management-teams-need-to-know-about-ndc) is a new data transmission standard developed by the [International Air Transport Association (IATA)](https://www.iata.org/) that aims to modernize the distribution of airline content and provide a richer shopping experience for travelers. It enables airlines to offer more personalized and differentiated products and services, such as [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/ndc-will-drive-additional-travel-leakage-traxo-solves-the-problem) [![Travelers at an Airport](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-ndc-blog-v2Asset%204.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/ndc-will-drive-additional-travel-leakage-traxo-solves-the-problem) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [![American Airlines Planes at Airport](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/aa-ndc-blog-Asset%202.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-travel-management-teams-need-to-know-about-ndc) ## [What Travel Management Teams Need to Know About NDC ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-travel-management-teams-need-to-know-about-ndc) [Aash Shravah](https://blog.traxo.com/author/aash-shravah) The world of corporate travel management is constantly evolving, and one of the most significant developments in recent years is the introduction of New Distribution Capability (NDC). NDC is a new standard for airline distribution that aims to modernize and simplify the booking process for travel agencies, travel management companies, and [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/what-travel-management-teams-need-to-know-about-ndc) [![American Airlines Planes at Airport](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/aa-ndc-blog-Asset%202.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/what-travel-management-teams-need-to-know-about-ndc) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [![Traveler Walks Toward a Staircase](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-personal-trips-blog-Asset%2010.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-enterprise-level-companies-address-personal-trips) ## [How Enterprise-Level Companies Address Personal Trips ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-enterprise-level-companies-address-personal-trips) [Aash Shravah](https://blog.traxo.com/author/aash-shravah) With the rise of work-from-home and work-from-anywhere trends, as well as the blending of business and leisure travel (also known as ["bleisure" trips](https://blog.traxo.com/managing-bleisure-travel)), many corporations have shifted their focus from being responsible for the safety and security of the traveler to being accountable for the safety and security of the employee, regardless of their [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-enterprise-level-companies-address-personal-trips) [![Traveler Walks Toward a Staircase](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-personal-trips-blog-Asset%2010.png) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-enterprise-level-companies-address-personal-trips) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [![Woman using Traxo on Laptop](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/travel-management-software-and-services-blog-Asset%208.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/choosing-travel-management-software-and-services) ## [Considerations for Choosing Travel Management Software and Services ](https://blog.traxo.com/choosing-travel-management-software-and-services) [Aash Shravah](https://blog.traxo.com/author/aash-shravah) If there is something to be analyzed, captured, simplified, booked, or secured, there’s a technology company available to assist your travel program in doing so. In this blog, we’ll discuss how to choose travel management software and services for optimal coverage and efficiency. # Understanding the Travel Management Software and Services Available [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/choosing-travel-management-software-and-services) [![Woman using Traxo on Laptop](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/travel-management-software-and-services-blog-Asset%208.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/choosing-travel-management-software-and-services) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [![Video conference on laptop showcasing remote work and collaboration](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/remote-work-creativity-Asset%2013.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/is-remote-work-bad-for-creativity) ## [Is Remote Work Bad for Creativity? ](https://blog.traxo.com/is-remote-work-bad-for-creativity) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) Remote work forcefully swept through workplaces across the globe when the pandemic took hold. Many businesses were not in a position to shift their workforce to a fully digital environment with such short notice, but as businesses faced being shut down or pivoting to remote work, the latter soon became the reality. Post-pandemic, businesses are [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/is-remote-work-bad-for-creativity) [![Video conference on laptop showcasing remote work and collaboration](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/remote-work-creativity-Asset%2013.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/is-remote-work-bad-for-creativity) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Program Savings](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/program-savings) [![Banded stacks of hundred dollar bills on a blue surface with "Traxo" written in the top left corner.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/leverage-traxo-data-to-identify-and-correct-savings-opportunities.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-to-save-money-on-business-travel) ## [Making the Most of Your Corporate Travel Data: 3 Business Travel Savings Opportunities You May Be Missing ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-to-save-money-on-business-travel) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) [COVID-19 impacted](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-managers-office-hours-addressing-the-impact-of-covid-19-on-our-travel-programs) many companies' bottom lines, which caused travel managers to search for innovative ways to reduce spend without sacrificing corporate travel program necessities While the need is less urgent now, it's never a bad idea to find ways to make better use of your travel budget. To introduce flexibility and reap additional savings, [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-to-save-money-on-business-travel) [![Banded stacks of hundred dollar bills on a blue surface with "Traxo" written in the top left corner.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/leverage-traxo-data-to-identify-and-correct-savings-opportunities.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-to-save-money-on-business-travel) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Program Savings](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/program-savings) [![Travelers walk through a busy airport.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/pexels-skitterphoto-2069.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/improve-travel-management-travel-data) ## [TMC Travel Management: Merging TMC and Non-TMC Travel Data to Improve Business Travel Management ](https://blog.traxo.com/improve-travel-management-travel-data) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) It is common for medium-to-large businesses to have an established travel program in place, which encompasses a travel policy (mandated or guidelines), a designated Travel Management Company (TMC), a preferred supplier program (air, hotel, and car), and often a duty of care provider for larger or more complex businesses. Small-to-medium size [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/improve-travel-management-travel-data) [![Travelers walk through a busy airport.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/pexels-skitterphoto-2069.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/improve-travel-management-travel-data) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [![Mother working from home with her child | Traxo 2022 Work Trends Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-2022-work-trends-Asset%2011.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/2022-work-trends-changes-in-business-travel-and-daily-operations) ## [2022 Work Trends: Changes in Business Travel and Daily Operations ](https://blog.traxo.com/2022-work-trends-changes-in-business-travel-and-daily-operations) [Aash Shravah](https://blog.traxo.com/author/aash-shravah) While the world faces emerging viral outbreaks, inflation and air travel disruptions, [business travel continues to rebound](https://www.gbta.org/global-business-travel-spending-is-coming-back-but-recent-headwinds-push-anticipated-full-recovery-into-2025-and-2026/) from its mid-pandemic low—though its full recovery timeline has been pushed to 2026. Until recently, businesses went into fight-or-flight mode each time a new COVID variant surfaced, which caused the height of cancellations, [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/2022-work-trends-changes-in-business-travel-and-daily-operations) [![Mother working from home with her child | Traxo 2022 Work Trends Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-2022-work-trends-Asset%2011.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/2022-work-trends-changes-in-business-travel-and-daily-operations) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [Program Savings](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/program-savings) [![Business lodging experience showcasing travel cost optimization](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/hotel-rate-reshopping-traxoAsset%204@1200x-80.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-to-reduce-business-travel-costs) ## [Travel Cost Optimization: Learn How to Reduce Business Expenses ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-to-reduce-business-travel-costs) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) Pre-trip travel data creates [endless opportunities for travel managers](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) to connect with travelers prior to departure, ensuring bookings are compliant and identifying missed cost savings opportunities before lift-off. ## What Are Business Travel Costs? Business travel expenses can be defined as costs associated with traveling for the purpose of [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-to-reduce-business-travel-costs) [![Business lodging experience showcasing travel cost optimization](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/hotel-rate-reshopping-traxoAsset%204@1200x-80.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-to-reduce-business-travel-costs) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Sustainability](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/sustainability) [![Row of windmills creating electricity, working toward clean energy, a form of corporate sustainability.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-sustainability-blogAsset%2010.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-complete-travel-data-supports-corporate-sustainability) ## [How Complete Travel Data Supports Corporate Sustainability ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-complete-travel-data-supports-corporate-sustainability) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) As our environment shifts, the importance of corporate sustainability grows stronger. As individual contributors and corporations, the actions and impact that we make together could not be more important than acting to offset our carbon footprint now. The lasting impact of our actions plays an integral part in the Earth future generations [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-complete-travel-data-supports-corporate-sustainability) [![Row of windmills creating electricity, working toward clean energy, a form of corporate sustainability.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-sustainability-blogAsset%2010.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-complete-travel-data-supports-corporate-sustainability) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Expense Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/expense-management) [![Coins on Blue Background | Traxo Currency Conversion Product Update Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-currency-conversion-Asset%2011.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-update-automatic-currency-conversion) ## [Traxo Product Update: Automatic Currency Conversion ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-update-automatic-currency-conversion) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) Traxo has been providing travel managers and organizations across the globe with complete trip visibility, providing consolidated reporting and ease of locating travelers before, during, and after trips. We’ve recently taken Traxo’s reporting to the next level by launching **computed prices**, a new feature to automatically convert all travel data [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-update-automatic-currency-conversion) [![Coins on Blue Background | Traxo Currency Conversion Product Update Blog](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-currency-conversion-Asset%2011.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/traxo-product-update-automatic-currency-conversion) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Program Savings](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/program-savings) [![A person analyzes business travel management data while holding a pencil.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Travel-Data-Visibility-Supplier-Negotations.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/business-travel-management-data) ## [Empowering Supplier Negotiations Through Travel Data Visibility ](https://blog.traxo.com/business-travel-management-data) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) Would you agree that supplier negotiations are like a revolving door? Travel managers will end one RFP process, only to find themselves knee-deep in business travel management data and reports a few short months later as the upcoming years’ RFP process begins all over again. This especially rings true for [hotel programs](https://blog.traxo.com/pre-trip-business-travel-data-for-hotel-rate-reshopping), which are usually on an [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/business-travel-management-data) [![A person analyzes business travel management data while holding a pencil.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Travel-Data-Visibility-Supplier-Negotations.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/business-travel-management-data) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [![A person prepares an RFP for corporate travel services on their laptop.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/when-to-submit-rfp-traxo.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/rfp-corporate-travel-services) ## [When to Submit an RFP for Corporate Travel Services ](https://blog.traxo.com/rfp-corporate-travel-services) [Justin Maki](https://blog.traxo.com/author/justin-maki) Requests for Proposals (RFPs) have become part of a structured, annual process for many travel managers, while others only open discussions with suppliers as needed. While an RFP can be built for most services, this blog will focus on what you need to build an RFP for corporate travel services (e.g., [hotel RFPs](https://resources.traxo.com/webinar-effective-rfps-and-hotel-spend-management)). Regardless of the exact reason [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/rfp-corporate-travel-services) [![A person prepares an RFP for corporate travel services on their laptop.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/when-to-submit-rfp-traxo.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/rfp-corporate-travel-services) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [![Two coworkers collaborating and working in the same space with laptops, worksheets, and other miscellaneous office supplies.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-audit-blog.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/audit-your-travel-program-with-pre-trip-booking-data) ## [How to Audit Your Travel Program with Pre-Trip Booking Data ](https://blog.traxo.com/audit-your-travel-program-with-pre-trip-booking-data) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) Between managing the day-to-day operations of travel procurement, maintaining best-in-class programs, ensuring policy compliance and the responsibilities of [data management](https://blog.traxo.com/improve-travel-management-travel-data), the travel manager’s role is multifaceted. For decades, travel managers have struggled to aggregate travel data because of its many storage points. After collecting the data, [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/audit-your-travel-program-with-pre-trip-booking-data) [![Two coworkers collaborating and working in the same space with laptops, worksheets, and other miscellaneous office supplies.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-audit-blog.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/audit-your-travel-program-with-pre-trip-booking-data) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Covid-19](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/covid-19) [![Woman dressed in business casual in the office at a standing desk next to her work laptop.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/business-travel-analyticsAsset%208.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) ## [4 Reasons Why Travel Managers Need Access to Detailed Business Travel Analytics ](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) The role of a travel manager often varies with the size and scale of organizations. Global organizations may have large, complex travel programs, typically managed by a team of [corporate travel professionals](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices). Whereas small to medium-sized businesses may only have a single point of contact managing the travel program. Regardless of the size of your [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) [![Woman dressed in business casual in the office at a standing desk next to her work laptop.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/business-travel-analyticsAsset%208.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/importance-of-travel-analytics) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [![Travelers cross a busy downtown street.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/how-to-support-duty-of-care-with-travel-leakage-data.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-to-support-duty-of-care-with-travel-leakage-data) ## [Business Travel Duty of Care: Supporting Safety by Capturing Leakage Data ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-to-support-duty-of-care-with-travel-leakage-data) [Matt Griffin, Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/author/matt-griffin) Data voids became a major concern for travel managers when the pandemic gripped the travel industry in 2020. Locating, contacting, and moving travelers before the impending border closures came into effect was urgent. This shed light on the challenge travel managers have faced for years — business travel program leakage and the dangers of [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-to-support-duty-of-care-with-travel-leakage-data) [![Travelers cross a busy downtown street.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/how-to-support-duty-of-care-with-travel-leakage-data.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-to-support-duty-of-care-with-travel-leakage-data) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Data](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/data) [Covid-19](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/covid-19) [Knowledge](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/knowledge) [![A person types on their laptop with one hand while talking on a cell phone with the other.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/new-travel-management-technologies-Asset-8.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-technology) ## [Corporate Travel Technology: 3 Travel Management Technologies Every Business Should Implement ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-technology) [Franz Loriega](https://blog.traxo.com/author/franz-loriega) New, industry-leading corporate travel t technologies are emerging all the time. We’ve also witnessed businesses[  reinventing themselves to stay relevant  ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-the-pandemic-transformed-corporate-travel-programs)as the world changes around us. To continue future-proofing corporate travel programs, there are three key areas where travel managers should focus: - [Ensuring access](https://blog.traxo.com/4-reasons-why-travel-managers-need-access-to-detailed-business-travel) to complete pre-trip travel [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-technology) [![A person types on their laptop with one hand while talking on a cell phone with the other.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/new-travel-management-technologies-Asset-8.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-management-technology) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Risk Management / Duty of Care](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/risk-management-duty-of-care) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [Covid-19](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/covid-19) [Knowledge](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/knowledge) [![Two flight attendants on an airline](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/How-the-Pandemic-Transformed%20Corporate-Travel-Programs.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-the-pandemic-transformed-corporate-travel-programs) ## [How the Pandemic Transformed Corporate Travel Programs ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-the-pandemic-transformed-corporate-travel-programs) [Brian Butler](https://blog.traxo.com/author/brian-butler) 2019 started off like any other year: busy calendars, overbooked flights, sold-out hotels and a bustling meeting schedule. Business was booming and travel managers were busy. Their time was spent assisting travelers, negotiating contacts, managing rates, auditing itineraries, and other mundane tasks — Until everything stopped. When the pandemic [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/how-the-pandemic-transformed-corporate-travel-programs) [![Two flight attendants on an airline](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/How-the-Pandemic-Transformed%20Corporate-Travel-Programs.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/how-the-pandemic-transformed-corporate-travel-programs) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [Knowledge](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/knowledge) [![In-person, Virtual and Hybrid Events - Decorative Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-hyrbid-events-blog-Asset%206@1200x-50.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/in-person-virtual-or-hybrid-events) ## [In-person, Virtual & Hybrid Events: Has the M&E Landscape Changed Forever? ](https://blog.traxo.com/in-person-virtual-or-hybrid-events) [Justin Morris](https://blog.traxo.com/author/justin-morris) Many of us are eager for normal life to return. For working professionals, part of that normalcy consists of business travel and attending meetings and events in person. We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again — nothing can replace face-to-face relationship building. After 1.5 years of Covid restrictions, handshakes, warm hugs from familiar [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/in-person-virtual-or-hybrid-events) [![In-person, Virtual and Hybrid Events - Decorative Image](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-hyrbid-events-blog-Asset%206@1200x-50.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/in-person-virtual-or-hybrid-events) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [![People sit around a conference table with computers discussing their corporate travel policy.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-consideration-before-mandating-travel-program.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-policy-examples) ## [Corporate Travel Program Policy Types ](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-policy-examples) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) A [well-written](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices) corporate travel policy provides guidance for business travelers while helping organizations influence behavior, manage spend, utilize [preferred suppliers](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-managers-office-hours-ask-the-experts-0), and keep travelers safe. Despite the numerous benefits a travel policy provides, travel managers still face policy compliance challenges. How do you move the needle on [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-policy-examples) [![People sit around a conference table with computers discussing their corporate travel policy.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-consideration-before-mandating-travel-program.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-policy-examples) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Corporate Travel Management](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-management) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [![A team collaborates at a central desk with laptop computers and smartphones discussing changes to their corporate travel policy.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-considerations-before-mandating-travel-program-pt2.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices) ## [Updating Your Travel Program: 5 Corporate Travel Policy Best Practices ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices) [Amber Hall](https://blog.traxo.com/author/amber-hall) Once you’re familiar with the [ three corporate travel program policy types](https://blog.traxo.com/corporate-travel-program-policy-types) – mandated, flexible, and hybrid – it’s time to decide what comes next. Do you need to make changes, and if so, what are the corporate travel policy best practices you should follow? Before diving headfirst into policy changes, let’s take a step back to evaluate the entire [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices) [![A team collaborates at a central desk with laptop computers and smartphones discussing changes to their corporate travel policy.](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/Traxo-considerations-before-mandating-travel-program-pt2.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/travel-policy-change-best-practices) [Insights](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/insights) [Off-Channel / Leakage](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/off-channel-leakage) [Corporate Travel Programs & Policy](https://blog.traxo.com/tag/corporate-travel-programs-policy) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-2021-business-travel-predictions.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/2021-business-travel-predictions) ## [2021 Business Travel Predictions ](https://blog.traxo.com/2021-business-travel-predictions) [Andres Fabris](https://blog.traxo.com/author/andres-fabris) The new year has arrived, and people from all corners of the earth are anxiously looking to move beyond the chaos and uncertainty brought about by COVID-19. As we know, due to widespread shutdowns and stringent health protocols, travel was a particularly hard-hit industry that’s poised to rebound as we progress through 2021. But, what will the [Read](https://blog.traxo.com/2021-business-travel-predictions) [![](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-2021-business-travel-predictions.jpg) ](https://blog.traxo.com/2021-business-travel-predictions) [All Insights](https://blog.traxo.com) ## Get the latest from Traxo Corporate travel management is a dynamic field. Join our mailing list to keep abreast of the latest news on Traxo products and key industry insights. [![Traxo](https://blog.traxo.com/hubfs/traxo-logotype-white.svg "Traxo")](https://www.traxo.com) © 2026 Traxo, Inc. All Rights Reserved.