TMCs lay down a marker with new tech

TRAVEL management companies have rolled-out a raft of new technology, tools and functionality this spring as agencies clamour to demonstrate their superiority.

American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) released several tech upgrades including a new mobile experience, a new benchmarking service – called Peer Travel Insights – and its own re-shopping tool, Hotel Re-Shop Expert.

Corporate Travel Management, meanwhile, has introduced 'next generation' tech suite, CTM Portal. The end-to-end management platform includes fare forecasting, booking, pre-trip approval, traveller tracking and business intelligence reporting. It is for bookers, managers and travellers alike.

Clarity has also upgraded its tech offering with the relaunch of its Go2Book booking tool. The TMC held a series of user workshops to inform the overhaul, with personalisation and NDC developments taking centre stage.