05/11/2026
Average airfares may fluctuate, but your travel budget remains constrained. Understanding the drivers behind airline and hotel trends is essential for strategic planning.
For example, airlines generate significant revenue through loyalty programs. Certain contracts link negotiated rates to loyalty or credit card sign-ups, which affects the overall value of the agreement.
Negotiated rates only deliver value when travellers book within the established policy. Employees often bypass official channels, book directly, or use workarounds. These actions cause a discrepancy between contract terms and actual expenditure.
The latest FCM Consulting Insights Report analyses these factors and provides actionable strategies to address them:
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