Millions of business trips are taken around the world every year — and that number is only growing. It’s estimated that companies can generate $12.50 in revenue for every dollar they invest in corporate travel, so it only makes sense that more and more organizations are looking for smarter ways to ensure the hefty costs that come with T&E don’t eat away at that potential return on their investment.
But if travel and finance teams want to ensure visibility, compliance, and program optimization, they must select and implement a solution their road warriors will actually use. And when competing with more intuitive, user-friendly consumer travel booking sites and apps, that’s no simple feat.
With most legacy travel management tools lagging behind modern consumer experiences, is it any wonder that on average more than half of all business travelers end up going rogue and booking on whatever app they use for personal travel? To ensure adoption, the solution you use must deliver 5 key elements: Choice, Ease of Use, Support, Flexibility, and Trust. The below charts illustrate why they’re so crucial for corporate travel program success:
By implementing a corporate travel solution that empowers rather than frustrates or hinders, you’ll see happier travelers and reap the rewards of more successful business-driving trips. High adoption rates shouldn’t come from threats or strong-arm tactics on the part of HR, Finance, or a Travel Program Manager, but rather by providing a powerful platform that consistently delivers positive results for travelers and admins alike.
Learn more about how to implement a successful corporate travel program by downloading A Guide to Getting 100% Traveler Adoption.