EBITDAR in Travel: Are Rent Costs That Critical?

 Is EBITDA, the go-to metric for assessing profitability, misleading investors in the travel industry? Unlike EBITDAR, it ignores the massive impact of lease obligations—something that can significantly distort the operational efficiency of airlines and hotels. In this post, we compare EBITDA and 

Mid-Office and Back-Office Systems in Travel: What’s Broken and What’s Next

 For decades, m id-office and back-office software has been running business operations for travel management companies (TMCs) , online travel agencies (OTAs) , and other resellers . In this article, we’ll break down how legacy systems work, what’s holding them back, and how modern platforms are 

Aviation Technology Providers Landscape

 In 2018, the team at AltexSoft created the first version of the Travel Technology Providers Landscape. Through the years, this infographic grew to include over 1500 companies in 13 categories from aviation and hospitality technology companies to business travel providers, OTAs, travel payment 

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AI For Project Management: Use Cases & Barriers

 While AI won’t replace project managers —yet—it can significantly support project management tasks in various ways. When used right, AI tools can help you forecast resource gaps, flag potential risks before they become real problems, and even adjust workloads in real time. The challenge isn’t 

Model Context Protocol MCP Explained With Examples

Model Context Protocol (MCP) Explained With Examples

 Large language models (LLMs) are powerful, but on their own, are limited to generating text, images, and other outputs. To expand their capabilities—whether for searching the web, sending an email, or updating a database —they need to connect with external tools and services. Until now, 

Language Models, Explained: How GPT and Other Models Work

 Since 2020, when GPT-3 took Silicon Valley by storm, large language models (LLMs) have transcended mere computational tools to become digital collaborators, creative partners, and even, at times, surprisingly convincing conversationalists. As the world marvels at their capabilities, it is crucial 

Extended Stay Hotels and Chains: Market Overview

 As travel habits shift toward longer stays, hospitality providers respond with tailored offerings to meet the growing demand. Let’s take a closer look at the global extended stay hotel market, explore how it’s shaping up, and consider whether this trend is here to stay. What is an extended stay 

How to Get IATA Accreditation for Travel Business: Options, Steps, IATA Certification Cost

 Every industry has its own regulator – an authority that sets standards and improves cooperation inside. The air travel industry is no exception. IATA stands for International Air Transport Association . Its main goal is to regulate distribution-related activities for airlines and commercial 

How to Choose and Integrate Travel and Expense Management Software

How to Integrate Travel and Expense Management Software: Product Comparison

 Business travel is back — and so are the headaches that come with managing it. Whether your team is heading to conferences, meeting clients, or visiting satellite offices, keeping track of travel bookings, expenses, and reimbursements can quickly become overwhelming. Even for smaller teams, 

Hotel Guest Experience: The Role of Tech in Modern Hospitality

 Guest experience is everything in hospitality. So hotels and vacation rentals go out of their way to make every moment smoother and more enjoyable – and technology is the magic that makes it possible. Or is it? Let’s discuss whether innovations impact the hotel guest experience – and if so, in 

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New Distribution Capability (NDC) in Air Travel: Airlines, GDSs, and Impact on the Industry

 Two fundamental needs connect all airlines: revenue and passenger satisfaction. To satisfy customers, carriers seek ways to learn more about their clients and provide a set of additional services like baggage insurance or onboard food. Those services, also called ancillaries, are offered for 

Open Pricing Strategy for Hotel Revenue Management: Concept, Advantages, Tools, and Implementation Steps

 As a hotel revenue manager, one of your key responsibilities is creating a pricing strategy tailored to the property and its market. Many hotels still rely on a fixed pricing strategy that uses a tiered pricing system based on room types. However, this strategy fails to consider the demand and 

How Attribute-Based Shopping Will Change Hotel Booking

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Nobody likes paying for things they don’t need. If something is included in the price but the buyer hasn’t asked for it, it’s a questionable benefit and possibly a detriment. When searching for hotel rooms, parents 

ChatGPT Implementation in Travel: Unleashing the Potential of GPT Models in Real-World Projects

 There's no denying it: ChatGPT, OpenAI's groundbreaking AI, is the talk of the tech world. This impressive Large Language Model is altering the landscape across many sectors, with the travel industry emerging as a prime example of its transformational power. ChatGPT continues to reshape 

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Trip.com: Will the Chinese Giant Push Out Expedia and Booking?

Where do you book travel? It turns out that more than half of us use online travel agencies. But which ones? Well, it depends on where you live. In the US, it’s mostly about Expedia. In Europe, Booking.com rules. In Southeast Asia? Agoda's got you covered. 

But how about China – that little-known country in the far East with a modest population of 1.4 billion? That’s where Trip.com is clearly the winner, dominating over half of the market.

Every year, the air travel industry loses around a billion dollars to payment fraud. This results not only in financial losses but also in damaged passenger trust. However, there is a way forward. Learn how to detect fraud earlier by recognizing common scams and discover best practices to protect both your business and your customers.

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Quality and Risk Management in TMC Workflow

Kirill Stati, Managing Director of Travel Tech at AltexSoft, explores how Travel Management Companies manage quality and risk. From booking checks and RPA-powered automation to disruption response and travel analytics, discover how modern tech is reshaping corporate travel operations for safety, efficiency, and compliance.

Hilton’s Playbook Adopt, Perfect, Scale, Repeat

For decades, Hilton has been the backdrop for countless iconic movie scenes. Why? Because the brand has become a household name, instantly recognizable the world over. 
But its impact goes far beyond the silver screen. Always on the lookout for new ideas, Hilton was quick to jump on innovations introduced by others, polish them up, and scale them to global success. Let’s look at how Hilton Hotels & Resorts has been benefiting from this for over a century.

Managing Stakeholders in Software Development: From Chaos to Collaboration

Tired of last-minute stakeholder surprises derailing your projects? In this video, we break down how to turn stakeholder chaos into smooth collaboration. Learn how to identify and analyze stakeholders, build effective communication strategies, manage expectations, and handle conflicts before they escalate. Perfect for business analysts, PMs, and anyone leading cross-functional teams.

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