1. Be sure you’re getting the best range of options and pricing - use us to the full
2. Where appropriate (and possible) book early for best prices
3. If a travel policy is in place, when was it last reviewed and can we help you improve it?
4. Try to avoid alterations to your travel plans, as some increase the cost
5. Combine trips where sensible or plan additional appointments whilst away.
6. Including a Saturday night stay in your trip may reduce the cost
7. When planning trips, be as flexible as possible and evaluate options on a cost/service basis
(other than mileage rewards).
8. Accept ticket restrictions. Avoid fully-flexible tickets - purchase only when absolutely necessary.
9. Where flights and accommodation are required, please advise at time of enquiry so that a 'business package' can be considered as an option.
10. Travel by train. Advance booking fares are relatively inexpensive and travel times can be significantly reduced.
11. Book online. For straightforward journeys, accommodation and car hire, our online booking tool offers very low transaction fees + reassurance that your consultant is on hand to assist if required.
12. Use Management Information available from WEXAS to evaluate saving made and identify future opportunities. |
As business travel expenditure is increasingly under the spotlight, achieving real value for money is vital.
