Why Technology Matters for Travel Agents

Image: PHOTO: Travel technology powers success. (photo courtesy of ipopba/iStock/Getty Images Plus)
Image: PHOTO: Travel technology powers success. (photo courtesy of ipopba/iStock/Getty Images Plus)
Janeen Christoff
by Janeen Christoff
Last updated: 11:17 AM ET, Fri July 6, 2018

Technology is a driving force behind travel bookings. The better your tech is, the easier it is to schedule travel for clients in a seamless and straightforward manner.

Delivering high-tech travel solutions to travel agents is what Traveltek is devoted to, with the goal of boosting advisors' bottom lines.

Without good technology, it's hard to create the best itineraries or access the most up-to-date information for clients.

"We have witnessed strong industry demand for technology that improves speed to market, supports a multichannel approach to business and increases reach and distribution at a time when the tours and cruise sectors are demonstrating exponential growth potential," said senior vice president sales, Francis Riley.

The drive to create seamless booking tools is what led Traveltek to create its innovative iSell booking system, the ideal partner for travel agents.

ISell is the company's flagship product that allows agents and operators to sell, create and manage the travel portfolios of their clients with ease. It is a one-stop shop that eliminates the need for multiple platforms by putting all the administrative functions in one place.

More than anything, travel agents want technology that can be customized to their specific needs, which is why iSell may be a one-stop shop. It is also flexible, integrating with the suppliers that agents choose in one secure online platform that is available round the clock.

Simplicity and the ability to customize is key but it also saves time, another reason technology is so important when selling travel.

"Our dynamic packaging tools put clients ahead of the competition, enabling them to differentiate their product by curating tailormade offers and packages. Imagine booking cruise, flights, hotels, transfers, tours and other ancillary products in just a few clicks?" said Riley.

Ultimately, staying one step ahead of the competition is key to building a strong and growing business and Traveltek is giving agents the chance to grow with its streamlined systems.


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