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Is the RFP Dead? Long Live Next Evolution of Booking

Smart Meetings

Requests for Proposals (RFPs) are just getting longer, more prolific and, too often, ignored. There has also been a shortening of booking windows almost throughout 2021. While booking windows are typically about 180 days, he was seeing RFP booking windows of more than 200 days in March and as few as 150 days in late September.

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As Economy Reopens, Groups360 Focuses on Renewed Messaging

Convene by PCMA

As the economy slowly re-opens and planners are continuing to source and book, Groups360 is poised to relaunch meetings and events by using powerful new technology tools that save planners time and money. It all stands to reason as the event planning industry has long been plagued by an inefficient booking process for 40 years.

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Progress Report: Global Convention Center Outlook

Smart Meetings

Proposals have been approved and dreams have been shattered on the convention center circuit. In March, the Standing Committee on Economic Development and Tourism pumped the brakes on a new convention center that was proposed to be built in Australia’s capital city. Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG) proposed a $1.2 California.

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Flight Price Predictor: Training Models to Pinpoint the Best Time for Booking

AltexSoft Travel

A passenger-side predictor proposed by an OTA suggests the best time to buy a ticket so that passengers can make informed decisions. It also suggested the best time for the booking. Unfortunately, the feature was discarded in 2014. The old saying encourages us not to judge the book by its cover. In 2003, Ph.D.

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Top 8 Hospitality Platforms for Events and Consumer Experiences

Eventtia

Whether managing events logistics, booking accommodation, or arranging transportation, hospitality platforms are necessary for planning and hosting results-driven events. Additionally, Tripleseat provides features for online booking, guest management, and direct communication between venues and clients.

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Airline Marketing and Advertising Use Cases from American Airlines, Ryanair, Air France, and Others

AltexSoft Travel

Just a couple of examples: electronic tickets were first developed for fare ticketing, while one of the first online booking systems was built by airline distribution company SABRE. The price on the same ticket is fluctuating due to various factors, so there is no constant value proposed to the user. Travel products are perishable.

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Best Stova Alternatives and Competitors in 2024

Eventtia

Since 2014, world-renowned brands have used Eventtia’s all-in-one event management platform and API services to digitize, execute, and measure their events on a large scale. Features Eventbrite proposes multiple capabilities around attendee management.