2.2 Flashcards
What factors affect business travel arrangements?
Destination
Date/Times
Personnel
Special requirements
How can the destination affect travel arrangements?
Different modes of transportation chosen over different distances (car, train, plane)
Convenience
Cost
Time
How can date or times affect travel arrangements?
Transport only operate at specific times
Trains more expensive during peak times
Time of meeting may change if an attendee cannot make it on time with transport
How can personnel affect travel arrangements?
More cost-effective if groups travel together (same cost as one person if traveling in car)
Seniority level can also influence travel arrangements (hotel choices, first or business class flights)
How can special requirements affect travel arrangements?
No driving license = won’t be able to travel by car
No car = hiring one which will be more expensive than trav
What may businesses need if their employees travel regularly?
Business travel insurance policy
What does business travel insurance cover?
Trip cancellation
Lost or stolen sample products or business equipment
Why would a business consult timetables and schedules?
See whether certain travel options are available
Why are early meetings bad for attendees that need to travel?
May have to get a train the day before and pay for overnight accommodation
What costs do businesses have to consider with travel?
Extra fees (luggage and booking fees)
What is essential when calculating and comparing travel options?
All extra costs included in planning
Consideration given to timescales
Ensure employee productivity is affected on a small scale
Employees need to be considered with their travel choices (Hotels by train stations)
What are the factors that influence business accommodation arrangements?
Accommodation criteria
Personnel requirements
What are accommodation criteria?
Location
Grade
Cost
Meal arrangements
Payment arrangements
What are personnel requirements?
Types of room
Access (disability)
dietary requirements (accommodate vegans, halal, kosher etc.)
Wi-Fi available?
