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14/06/2024

Pronouns - they're popping up on emails, LinkedIn and in some countries, passports. But what does it all mean? Learn more about pronouns and how business travel technology can support this change https://okt.to/caboEf

You’ve probably seen the following popping up on social media profiles or email signatures after people’s name: she/her, he/him, they/them, or even they/he or she/they. But what does it mean? Read about why you should be putting this at the forefront of your business travel programme.

11/06/2024

🏨 Hotel trends around the world

AMER: Hotel room rate increased an average 2% across North America in the first quarter of the year compared to the same period in 2023. Latin America saw more than double that at 9%, although down overall since the end of 2023.

EMEA: Europe has seen one of the most dramatic drops in average room rate for hotels vs Q4-2023, at 13%. Meanwhile in the Middle East & Africa, room rates have largely remained flat across the region’s major cities.

APAC: After a spike at the end of 2023, Asia saw an 11% drop in average room rate for hotels in Q1-2023. Similarly, hotels in cities across Australia and New Zealand saw a decrease of 12% vs Q4-2023.

Discover city pricing and overall hotel trends in the latest edition of the Global Trends Report from FCM Consulting https://okt.to/18REjx

06/06/2024

Airlines have not only been buoyed by an increase in travel demand, but are focused on areas such as New Distribution Capability (NDC) and subscription models. Discover the latest airfare prices and trends in the new Global Trends Report from FCM Consulting.

Get your copy at https://okt.to/tdw7kF

Are you ready to get a deep dive into the latest business travel trends and predictions? The new FCM Consulting Global Trends Report is here, covering the first months of 2024.

05/06/2024

Whether you're unhappy with current travel management company, need to consolidate, or have your own reasons; here's tips for your next travel RFP https://okt.to/v0Sf8B

03/06/2024

First new travel management company in 15+ years. 57 countries, with 47k travellers. It was clear from the outset that this global energy company needed a robust change management and communication strategy. Read the case study to discover how they achieved that hand-in-hand with FCM Consulting https://okt.to/8foVnp

When a global energy company implemented FCM Travel, it was their first change of travel management company in 15+ years. Discover how teamwork and support from FCM Consulting supercharged its change management strategy.

28/05/2024

Did you know that TravelTech Show is next to Business Travel Show Europe? Things are gearing up for these key events in the business travel calendar! Learn more about what we're up to at the event here https://okt.to/l5FGYD

23/05/2024

Business travellers set out to meet clients and colleagues, balancing tight travel budgets with early bookings and more days away. Discover more corporate travel trends in the latest Global Trends Report from FCM Consulting ➡️ https://okt.to/MrmGdR

22/05/2024

With net-zero targets looming, the European Union has decided a tougher approach was needed to drive change. For travel managers who have responsibility for a European travel programme, it makes sustainability reporting a must-do, not a nice-to-have https://okt.to/zSluKw

With net-zero targets looming, the European Union (EU) has decided that a tougher approach was needed to drive sustainability change.

17/05/2024

See exactly what you need to see. No useless information overload, just tailored strategic insights that give you real impact. Book a demo today https://okt.to/eZ3tRo

15/05/2024

Hot off the press! The FCM Consulting Global Trends Report for Q1-2024 is here! Download your copy today to uncover current business travel industry trends, what lies ahead in 2024, and much more. Download your copy today https://okt.to/4MHcFp

14/05/2024

📢 Speaker alert! Jo-Anne Lloyd Global Head of Account Management and FCM Consulting is taking to the Business Travel Show Europe stage next month. Discover more about the event here https://okt.to/TdsqMY

13/05/2024

Checklist for travel risk assessments. Use this list to shift your approach from travel risk management to people-centric risk management. Learn more
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A well-designed corporate travel risk assessment can help businesses prepare for the worst and keep your employee safe while they’re out of office. Learn how

09/05/2024

SAP Concur Fusion Exchange comes to London next week! Who will we see there?

If you can't make it but would like to learn more about our services, head to https://okt.to/XJ8qIh

08/05/2024

Selecting your next business travel partner is a match you want to get right the first time. Take on these tips when you're next out to tender https://okt.to/gMVTjE

07/05/2024

Learn how insights can prove your travel programme’s value in our latest guide. Download to discover:

🧠 Innovative approaches to employee wellness and retention
📈Data-driven strategies for managing costs and measuring productivity
🔢Insights on leveraging reporting to future-proof your travel programme

Get your copy here https://okt.to/Lu1K8Y

01/05/2024

It’s Global Travel Advisor Day! To celebrate, we’re saying a big thank you to our travel consultants around the world. Read their rave reviews here:https://okt.to/Td5rob

29/04/2024

Have you ever been lectured on needing a "positive mental attitude"? Eye roll moment...but there is some truth to the phrase.

Positive corporate travel change is within reach when you embrace a challenger mindset. It means "the way things have always been" gets pushed aside to make room for a new outlook on how a corporate travel programme can truly thrive.

Get the practical (eye roll free) strategies and steps to ace corporate travel innovation here: https://okt.to/JzVE7Z

You can adopt a challenger mindset, take a step into the unknown, and stand up to “how it’s always been."

25/04/2024

Who can relate? 😅 Happy International Procurement Day to everyone in procurement! Taking inspiration from Procurement Tactics for this one

24/04/2024

The FCM team are at the ITM Conference in Brighton for the next 2 days. If you're at the event, why not pop along and meet the team!

23/04/2024

Value in your travel programme. It's top priority for many organisations and especially those that manage the travel policy and programme. Don't get blindsided by cost savings too; actionable insights can help you prove value that goes beyond the financial. Download our latest resource to discover how you can make meaningful impact https://okt.to/ZgsUM0

22/04/2024

This year's Earth Day theme is Planet vs. Plastic, so we teamed up with Glenn Thorsen at FCM Consulting to create a list of ways to reduce your plastic waste when staying at a hotel. When we all take small steps, together we'll make a big impact! Read now: https://okt.to/PmCovJ

18/04/2024

Looking forward to being by the seaside for the Institute of Travel Management (ITM) Conference next week! 😎

11/04/2024

Airline alliances: let’s unpack these global forces in aviation.
✈️ Which airlines are in each alliance
🤝Benefits of airline alliances
🔗How codeshare flights work
🧠 Tips for travel managers

Read our latest insights to understand more https://okt.to/6jrYWR

In this blog, we will delve into the three major airline alliances, explore their benefits for business travellers, and demystify the concept of codeshare flights.

10/04/2024

"Always adding a value onto reports really drills through to the client's business units" - Angela Martinez, Senior Account Manager.

Meaningful impact looks different for each goal in the travel programme. But there's no doubt that value and data are a big part!

Take one of Angela's clients. They have a flexible travel policy, but there are always areas for improvement, especially with booking behaviour. Through drilling into data and Angela's insights, the opportunities discovered include

⌚️Booking earlier
🛌 Booking hotels at time of flights
💰 Identifying lost savings

Armed with data and support, the client can communicate why other choices should be made to not only save money, but time too.

That's meaningful impact!

08/04/2024

A manufacturer of industrial tools and equipment has been introducing FCM Travel as their TMC to different parts of the business over a few years. Initially, travellers book their own travel and expense afterwards, until their division chooses to come into the fold and use FCM for travel services. Discover how technology configuration has played a big role during the process https://okt.to/j0nhH2

03/04/2024

Travelling for business doesn't have to be all work and no play. More and more business travellers want to reduce stress on work trips with additional 'me time'. Find out how to build bleisure into your travel programme in our latest insight: https://okt.to/fgwjRe

Traveller welfare is a good move for both travellers and businesses. After all, happy travellers are productive travellers and their trips tend to produce better outcomes. But like all good ideas, it also needs a plan... Learn more!

02/04/2024

The local touch was important for Corio Generation when setting up their company travel policy and processes. Learn more about what that entailed https://okt.to/iKSBFO

Corio Generation is an exciting stage of its journey; discover how FCM Travel supported with business travel expertise.

29/03/2024

Happy Easter from all of us at FCM Travel UK!

25/03/2024

What can you expect from the corporate travel industry in 2024? FCM Consulting reveals the top trends to watch for the year ahead https://okt.to/704LKt

21/03/2024

NDC questions? You might expect TMCs to answer all of them, but it’s actually, some are worth asking airlines or your online booking tool providers instead. Here’s the questions we advise asking these stakeholders
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Here’s the questions we advise you ask airlines, online booking tools and your travel management company about NDC.