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AI Insights: Generative AI to drive efficiencies in business travel
News / Technology
AI Insights: Generative AI to drive efficiencies in business travel
By PhocusWire | August 21, 2023
CWT's John Pelant answers our questions about the areas the travel management company is applying generative artificial intelligence technology to. Read More
CWT partners with Spotnana for travel management platform
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CWT partners with Spotnana for travel management platform
By Jay Boehmer & Michael B. Baker | June 26, 2023
Spotnana CEO Sarosh Waghmar said the partnership combines Spotnana’s tech with CWT’s "global servicing capabilities and the full breadth of its TMC services." Read More
CWT's Patrick Andersen on distribution concerns, sustainability
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CWT's Patrick Andersen on distribution concerns, sustainability
By Linda Fox | April 27, 2023
Patrick Andersen, CEO of CWT, shared his views on the market and content fragmentation with the travel management community during the Institute of Travel Management Conference 2023 this week. Read More
Sustainable travel awareness grows but will action follow?
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Sustainable travel awareness grows but will action follow?
By Linda Fox | April 20, 2023
Thrust Carbon has just extended its partnership with CWT and is now providing the travel management company with a carbon calculator for meetings and events. Read More
Sabre CEO Sean Menke hands baton to president Kurt Ekert
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Sabre CEO Sean Menke hands baton to president Kurt Ekert
By Linda Fox | March 1, 2023
Sabre announced Sean Menke would be relinquishing the CEO role to Kurt Ekert effective April 27. Read More
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News / Online
How TMCs are blending automation with human support
By Kathryn Walson | January 3, 2023
Executives from CWT and Flight Centre Travel Group discuss challenges facing the business travel sector including the need for more customer service and a focus on sustainability. Read More
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How travel brands are prioritizing mobile app engagement
By Kathryn Walson | December 7, 2022
Companies like Expedia, Booking, Tripadvisor, CWT and more are using their apps to drive loyalty and provide personalization. Read More
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News / Online
Former CWT CEO joins Sonder's board of directors
By Angelique Platas - Business Travel News | September 15, 2022
Former CWT CEO Michelle Frymire has specific expertise in corporate travel, which Sonder in recent months has identified as a “huge opportunity." Read More
Can a chatbot alone manage travel disruptions?
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Can a chatbot alone manage travel disruptions?
By Kathryn Walson | August 3, 2022
While chatbot technology in travel has evolved, it can't replace everything a live agent can accomplish. Read More
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Patrick Andersen becomes CEO at CWT as McKinney Frymire steps down
By Mitra Sorrells | April 25, 2022
McKinney Frymire joined CWT in 2019 and became CEO one year ago. Read More
cwt iata introduce carbon emissions calculators
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CWT, IATA introduce carbon emissions calculators
By Jill Menze | March 29, 2022
The solutions help businesses meet emission reduction targets and travelers make more sustainable choices. Read More
The wider trends driving business travel recovery
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The wider trends driving business travel recovery
By Linda Fox | March 10, 2022
Many large companies now say they will continue to offer more flexible working going forward enabling employees to choose whether they work from home or the office or both. Read More
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News / Startups
CWT taps startup Zytlyn to help forecast travel demand
By Mitra Sorrells | February 1, 2022
 The project will combine CWT’s historical booking data with Zytlyn’s prediction platform to predict demand. Read More
Sabre brings in ex CWT CEO and Travelport exec Kurt Ekert as president
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Sabre brings in ex CWT CEO and Travelport exec Kurt Ekert as president
By Kevin May | December 15, 2021
Dave Shirk will also step down as president of the Travel Solutions arm of the business. He will continue to serve as a senior advisor to Menke and Ekert through 2022. Read More
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CWT plans $100M technology investment
By Linda Fox | November 16, 2021
The travel management company's $100 million tech investment is part of its $350 million recapitalization program. Read More