Step by step guide to structuring an effective travel RFP

September 25, 2019

Well, that’s not necessarily the case. RFPs are only ‘good’ for you and your business if you do them properly. The inconvenience and time taken to put together a lengthy RFP is completely wasted if it’s not tackled properly. That’s where the old adage of “what you put in is what you get out” rings true. The better your RFP is structured, the better the proposals you’ll receive and the more likely you’ll make the right decision on which partner to appoint. But initiating an RFP process should only ever be done if you’re serious about appointing a new provider. Not, if you’re simply trying to negotiate with your current Travel Management Company (TMC) for a lower transaction fee. In the world of Travel Management, there’s more to the RFP process than securing the lowest transaction fee. A good TMC will illustrate this by delivering value.

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