A travel management company (TMC) like BCD Travel is a specialised agency that manages business travel for organizations. Unlike regular travel agencies, TMCs work closely with companies to design, implement, and oversee corporate travel programs—covering everything from booking flights and hotels to risk management, compliance, and traveler experience.
TMCs support companies of all sizes, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), by simplifying travel logistics, improving traveler experiences, and helping businesses save money.
What does a TMC do?
- Books flights, hotels, and cars using tools like BCD Travel’s TripSource®
- Manages travel programs, helping companies align travel with budgets, policies, and business goals
- Negotiates supplier rates with airlines, hotels, and car rental providers
- Supports travelers with 24/7 service, real-time alerts, and duty of care tools
- Tracks and reports on travel spend, compliance, and traveler behavior
Who should use a TMC?
A travel management company is especially valuable for:
- Every business with frequent travel
- Companies with complex policies or approval workflows
- Global organizations needing standardized processes
- Businesses focused on traveler safety, savings, and sustainability
- Companies looking to modernize or centralize their travel operations
Why choose BCD Travel as your TMC?
BCD Travel is a global TMC supporting clients in over 100 countries. With a high client retention rate and an innovative suite of tools—including TripSource®, BCD Pay™, BCD Alert®, and BCD Invite™—BCD delivers travel solutions that evolve with today’s business needs.
Whether you’re looking to build a new travel program or improve an existing one, BCD Travel offers unmatched expertise, service, and technology to help your business travel better.
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