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2018 Highlights


Conference programme: Sponsored by American Express GBT and Egencia, the programme features more than 60 sessions to suit all levels, from those starting their careers to the most experienced travel buyers. This year’s programme covers many of the key issues affecting travel management, including GDPR, PSD2 and traveller security (see p91 for details).


TRAVEL BUYERS’ TOP ISSUES


2018 1 Cutting


costs while maintaining quality


2


Increased focus on duty-of-care/ traveller risk/ terrorism


3 4 5


Hotel pricing and availability


Brexit


Keeping up with


technology/ managing disconnected technology/ mobile apps


6 Rising airfares 2017 Cutting


costs while maintaining quality


Increased focus on duty-of-care/ traveller risk/ terrorism


Rising airfares Brexit


Enforcing compliance and engaging travellers


Networking: The show provides buyers with the opportunity to meet around 7,500 professionals from across Europe. From peer-to-peer and supplier networking sessions, to informal social events, buyers will build new relationships at the show and be given a chance to share knowledge and best practice. And don’t miss the Cellars in the Sky wine tastings on the Panacea stand – home of BBT and its sister publication Business Traveller.


Poken networking: All buyers visiting the show will receive a Poken. The Poken acts as a virtual business card allowing buyers to swap information with suppliers, speakers and other buyers.


Hosted buyer programme: in return for committing to five or more pre-scheduled appointments per day with exhibitors of their choice, hosted buyers enjoy a three- day conference programme, personal online diary system, up to two nights’ complimentary accommodation and an invitation to the buyer-only masterclass sessions on 20 February.


Price variations between booking channels


7


Enforcing compliance and engaging travellers


8


Distribution, including NDC


9 The weakness of sterling/ strength of the euro


10 Data including GDPR,


implementing it and policing third-party use


BUYINGBUSINESSTRAVEL.COM


Global TMC integration


Business Travel Technology Zone: TMCs, agents and corporate travel buyers can source their corporate travel technology needs, watch demos from suppliers and enjoy cutting-edge, technology-focused conference content.


Launchpad: Following its premiere in 2016, Launchpad returns with 15 young businesses showcasing their innovative business travel products and services. Launchpad will also host the third annual Disrupt Awards on 21 February at 2.30pm, recognising new distruptors breaking on to the travel scene.


Specialist areas: International Hotel Village includes leading global and local hotel providers. The Airline Pavilion hosts a comprehensive lineup of global airlines while the GTMC Pavilion brings many of its members to the show, including TMCs, airlines, car rental suppliers, and travel and expense management suppliers. Meanwhile, the ASAP Pavilion features a one-stop shop for those sourcing serviced apartment suppliers.


Two shows in one: Entry to the Business Travel Show includes access to Travel Technology Europe, taking place at the same time at Olympia London. Visitors can check out the latest technological innovations, products and solutions.


For more information, visit businesstravelshow.com


Rising hotel rates Cutting


costs while maintaining compliance


Data and how to use it


1 No change 2 Increased use of technology 3 Change TMC 4 Increased online bookings 5 Increased compliance 6 Brexit 7 Pressure to reduce costs 8 Engage a TMC


9 Direct bookings


10 Consolidate suppliers 11 Value for money 12 Find a new travel and expense tool


13 Increased focus on safety 14 Reduce travel 15 Managing with a reduced budget


BBT January/February 2018 89


What will be the biggest change in the way you buy/manage travel in the next 12 months?


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