At Great International, we understand travel related expenses rank among the top controllable costs for most companies. Effective travel management requires expertise, client focused technology and dynamic solutions for the complexities of today’s environment. We provide a comprehensive approach to managing our clients’ travel and entertainment expenditures with the following great services:
Travel Analysis and Cost Savings Recommendations
We analyze and monitor travel patterns to identify trends, policy compliance, and potential cost savings initiatives.
Vendor Negotiations
Following our analysis of travel patterns including car and hotel activity, we approach vendors on behalf of our corporate clients to request appropriate programs and other related perks to encourage company-wide adoption.
Travel Policy Assistance and Implementation
Based on our clients' needs and objectives in establishing travel guidelines, we will assist in the design and/or revision of a travel policy, conduct traveler seminars, and work closely with management to achieve maximum cost-savings benefits.
Account Management
Great International Account Management is at the heart of our client relationships. Dedicated to assist clients to monitor their travel program to achieve the most advantageous results, results, the corporate travel account management team provides: travel activity analysis, measurement objectives, account implementation, orientation seminars, vendor negotiations, benchmarking, monthly and quarterly reviews, and travel policy development and revision assistance.
After Hours Service
Our after hours service provider allows the traveler to make, change, or cancel any air, car, hotel, rail, and limo reservation and can issue prepaid/electronic airline tickets. This service is provided on a worldwide basis 7/24/365.
Risk Management
Our greatest priority is your safety. Removing your travelers from risk is of utmost importance to Great International Travel. Increased numbers of terrorist threats, unprecedented natural disasters and newly discovered diseases have prompted us to implement policies and procedures that will aid in quickly locating your travelers if they are at risk and assist in removing them from that environment.
We also recommend that each of our clients look into the services provided by an emergency management company (see Travel Links/Useful Links on our website). These companies provide health and medical, security, and outsourced customer care contract services.
Vendor Discount Programs
In addition to company-specific vendor programs, Great International offers discounts at many of the world's top hotel chains, properties and car companies. We also offer savings with our preferred airlines from which all of our clients benefit. We will negotiate with any airline, hotel property and car rental company of our client's choice.
Meetings and Incentives
Our experienced staff will help to determine the most appropriate venue to accommodate meetings and conferences in addition to the best options for transportation to and from your destination. Meeting services include: Pre-Meeting Activities, On-Site Meeting Assistance, and Post-Meeting reconciliation and feedback surveys.