Finding the Key to Controllable Accommodation

Sponsored By Hilton


Finding the Key to Controllable Accommodation

What is a workshop?

Designed for buyers only, ITM Workshops bring the latest best practices in developing, negotiating, and managing programmes. You will be provided with guidance on how to understand and implement processes associated with the sector, and how you can incorporate that in your day-to-day role. 

ITM Workshops provides an excellent opportunity to network with and learn from like-minded buyers. 

Why attend?

We’ll be discussing everything you need to consider to negotiate and manage a global accommodation programme.

Cost reduction remains a key focus area for 2017 and need to rein in maverick travellers puts further pressure on the necessity to ensure content and booking channels support compliant behaviour.

This event is worth 7 CPD hours. 

Join us to unlock the door to controllable accommodation programmes.

Topics we’ll cover

  • - Why should you have a preferred programme?
  • - What is involved in conducting an RFP (Request For Proposal)? 
  • - How to get the most from the process and suppliers
  • - How to handle unsolicited bids
  • - What data should you be sending in the RFP?
  • - What data should you be monitoring during the ongoing account management?
  • - Who are the potential suppliers in the market?  TMCs/HBAs/OTAs/OHAs?
  • - Content is king!
  • - Integration with Apps
  • - Payment – the rise of the virtual card when no corporate card is available
  • - Value of convergence of transient and M&E spend

Partners & Sponsors

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Title Sponsor

Hilton

Speakers

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Lewis Bayne

Global Procurement Manager FM, Travel, Marketing and Real Estate | Herbert Smith Freehills LLP

Venue

etc.venues County Hall

About Venue

Address

Riverside Building, Belvedere Road

London, Greater London, United Kingdom, SE1 7PB

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Registration Fee

No Fees for Registration

Registration Closes

Tuesday Mar 14, 2017

12:00 AM Europe/London
Event Time

Friday Mar 17, 2017

9:30 AM to 4:30 PM Europe/London
Venue

etc.venues County Hall

London

PARTNERS & SPONSORS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Meeting

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Social

All Member 28 November 2024

Winter Social

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Meeting

Buyer Only 05 December 2024

Quarterly Northwest Buyer Meet

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Meeting

Buyer Only 10 December 2024

Chair’s Lunch

Registration is now closed as we've reached capacity. Please contact secretariat@itm.org.uk [secretariat@itm.org.uk?subject=Chair's%20Lunch%20December&body=I%20would%20like%20to%20be%20placed%20on%20your%20waitlist%20please] if you'd like to join our waitlist Connect with a small group of buyers to expand your network and debate pressing issues. Whether new to the industry or established in your role, this event aims to inspire thought-provoking discussion applicable to all programme sizes. Key takeaways * Establish and build valuable connections. * Learn from our diverse community and raise your profile within business travel. * Develop collaborations that contribute to positive change within the industry. What to expect * Round table meeting format with up to 15 buyers hosted by ITM Chair, Nikki Parsons in a relaxed setting. * Open to all buyers, seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. * Dietary requirements you may have can be accommodated. Rated by you: how your peers have benefitted
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Webinar

All Member 12 December 2024

Neurodiversity Webinar

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Meeting

Buyer Only 14 January 2025

Buyer Knowledge Exchange

Virtual confidential forum for buyers to meet, share challenges, and validate their approach and checklist considerations. Each month 25+ like-minded buyers meet to discuss their approach to key travel management topics. This is an opportunity for you to seek advice, gain a different perspective and raise concerns. Key takeaways * A sounding board for the latest industry changes. * Validate that your focus is on the right areas. * Advice on considerations and a sense check on your approach. What to expect * Zoom meeting format where delegates are encouraged to switch their camera on to aid participation. * Themes are collated from each registration form to guide the meeting agenda and circulated to the group a day prior to the event. * Time is allocated during the session for additional questions and connections made for further discussion offline. * Contributions can
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Webinar

Supplier Only 16 January 2025

Buyer Insights

A BRAND NEW FORMAT FOR 2025  Hosted by Kerry Douglas and a panel of expert travel buyers, this concise 30-minute industry update delivers key insights sourced directly from our Buyer Knowledge Exchange (BKE) held just two days prior. Gain valuable, timely perspectives to stay informed on the latest trends and developments impacting the industry. Gain a perspective on how the industry is responding by asking questions and getting further context on the topics that were discussed. Key takeaways * Identify opportunities directly from your target audience. * Get a better understanding of the drivers and barriers to key buyer decisions. * Take advantage of a consolidated overview of the buyer challenges your customers are facing. What to expect * Zoom webinar format with discussion points and poll results presented for further clarity. * Chat function available during the event for
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Summit

All Member 22 January 2025

Trending

AN ITM SIGNATURE EVENT During this event, we will hear and debate how our esteemed speakers see 2025 in relation to their industry and remits.  They will share thoughts on key trends and how we can take advantage of them to rebuild and refocus on a stronger, more responsible industry and travel programme for 2025 and beyond. We will also share the results of our annual Buyer Priorities survey which will be distributed to all ITMs buyer members during the last 2 weeks of November to complete. This survey will highlight changing priorities and our buyers forward focus on some key considerations as they relate to travel management.   *Our agenda is subject to change
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Meeting

Buyer Only 11 February 2025

Buyer Knowledge Exchange

Virtual confidential forum for buyers to meet, share challenges, and validate their approach and checklist considerations. Each month 25+ like-minded buyers meet to discuss their approach to key travel management topics. This is an opportunity for you to seek advice, gain a different perspective and raise concerns. Key takeaways * A sounding board for the latest industry changes. * Validate that your focus is on the right areas. * Advice on considerations and a sense check on your approach. What to expect * Zoom meeting format where delegates are encouraged to switch their camera on to aid participation. * Themes are collated from each registration form to guide the meeting agenda and circulated to the group a day prior to the event. * Time is allocated during the session for additional questions and connections made for further discussion offline. * Contributions can
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Webinar

Supplier Only 13 February 2025

Buyer Insights

A BRAND NEW FORMAT FOR 2025  Hosted by Kerry Douglas and a panel of expert travel buyers, this concise 30-minute industry update delivers key insights sourced directly from our Buyer Knowledge Exchange (BKE) held just two days prior. Gain valuable, timely perspectives to stay informed on the latest trends and developments impacting the industry. Gain a perspective on how the industry is responding by asking questions and getting further context on the topics that were discussed. Key takeaways * Identify opportunities directly from your target audience. * Get a better understanding of the drivers and barriers to key buyer decisions. * Take advantage of a consolidated overview of the buyer challenges your customers are facing. What to expect * Zoom webinar format with discussion points and poll results presented for further clarity. * Chat function available during the event for
Virtual | Learn more