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?? Travel and Expense Trends: 4 Predictions for 2025 ?? In 2025, data consolidation will be the key to improving efficiency, financial visibility, and compliance in travel and expense (T&E) management. Breaking down data silos between T&E, HR, and finance systems will drive smarter decision-making and reduce manual work. Here are 4 key trends to watch: 1. Smarter Financial Management – As business travel rebounds, companies will centralize and automate travel and expense data to manage budgets more effectively. 2. Expense Accuracy – Real-time syncing of HR and travel data will reduce errors, improve compliance, and eliminate manual reconciliation. 3. Data Integration – Companies will prioritize seamless integration across systems for better reporting and decision-making. 4. A Data-Driven Future – Consolidating travel, expense, and financial data will drive transparency and accuracy in financial forecasting. ?? Read our latest blog post in the comments to learn more about how T&E trends will shape 2025! #TravelExpense #T&ESolutions #DataIntegration #Automation #ExpenseManagement #FinancialVisibility #BusinessTravel

?? View From The Corner: Episode 3 - Bobbi Huber?????? At Cornerstone, innovation is in our DNA, and we're excited to bring you Episode 3 of?View from the Corner! In this episode, we sit down with 15-year Cornerstone veteran Bobbi Huber, CCTE, GTP, Vice President of Client Engagement, who has shaped Cornerstone's approach to client relations and global travel programs.????? #ViewFromTheCorner Highlights: - The evolution of travel, and the increasing role of technology, biometrics, and contract accountability. - How emerging trends are transforming how businesses approach travel and expense management.????? - The shift towards purpose-driven travel to the growing integration of AI in the industry.???? ?? Read the full interview transcript [Link in comments] #ViewFromTheCorner #Innovation #TravelTech #SalesAndMarketing #Automation #CustomerExperience #CornerstoneTech #LeadershipInsights #TravelData #BusinessTravel #AI #TechInTrave

?? Reminder! ?? Just 4 weeks left until SAP Concur Fusion in Seattle (March 18-20)! ?? Don’t miss your chance to connect with industry experts, discover the latest in business travel and expense management, and engage in hands-on sessions that could elevate your processes. ?? The ApexConnect team will be there at booth #509, ready to meet YOU! ?? Come say hi and chat with us about how we can help streamline your operations. Don’t forget to book your one-on-one time! https://lnkd.in/gNMBtHC7 Let’s make it a game-changing event! ?? #SAPConcurFusion #SAPConcur #Innovation #Networking #Seattle2025 #TechEvent #BusinessTravel #ExpenseManagement

?? Join Us at NDTA - GovTravels Symposium 2025! ?? ? ?? When:?February 24-27, 2025 ??Where:?Hilton Alexandria Mark Center, Alexandria, VA The?2025 GovTravels Symposium, hosted by the National Defense Transportation Association Headquarters (NDTA), Defense Travel Management Office, and GSA, brings together federal and commercial travel leaders to explore the theme?“Change Management: Challenges & Solutions in Government Travel.” ??What to Expect: - Keynote speakers, panels, and networking - Travel Academy with 20+ classes - EXPO Hall showcasing innovative solutions - Professional development and CEU credits Connect with decision-makers and help shape the future of government travel! Check out more information here:?https://lnkd.in/e3ZiZ2b #NDTA #DTMO #GSA #TravelInnovation #FederalTravel

?? American Airlines has started testing continuous pricing through its New Distribution Capability (NDC) connections, following United Airlines, Air Canada, and Lufthansa Group. This approach impacts consumers, airlines, and agencies in various ways: Impact on Airlines: ?? Increased Revenue: Continuous pricing allows airlines to optimize revenue by offering competitive prices for price-sensitive customers while maximizing revenue from those willing to pay more for flexibility. ?? Improved Competitiveness: Offering a broader range of fares helps airlines compete with low-cost carriers and other competitors offering personalized pricing. ?? Enhanced Revenue Management: Real-time pricing adjustments enable airlines to respond quickly to market changes. Impact on Customers: ?? Potential for Lower Fares: Flexible customers may benefit from lower fares, as airlines can offer more granular pricing between traditional fare classes. ?? More Personalized Offers: Airlines can offer tailored deals based on customer preferences and travel habits. ?? Increased Price Volatility: Pricing can fluctuate, making it harder for customers to predict or compare fares. ?? Complexity in Fare Comparison: More fare options can complicate fare comparison and understanding of conditions. Impact on Agencies: ?? Complexity: Agents may struggle to keep up with rapidly changing fares, making it difficult to ensure competitive prices. ?? Transparency Issues: With more complex pricing structures, agents may find it challenging to explain fare conditions clearly to clients. ?? Technology Investment: Agencies need advanced tools to track fare changes, requiring significant investment, especially for smaller businesses. ?? Negotiating Corporate Discounts: Continuous pricing makes it harder to negotiate consistent corporate discounts. Opportunities for Agencies: ?? Value-Added Services: Agencies can offer services like fare tracking, price alerts, and travel recommendations to help clients navigate continuous pricing. ?? Consultative Role: Agents can act as trusted advisors, helping clients make informed decisions based on fare trends and policies. ?? Technology Integration: By using advanced platforms and integrating with airline systems, agencies can streamline booking processes and improve efficiency. ?? Building Stronger Relationships: Offering personalized service can help agencies build deeper client relationships and become essential partners in corporate travel management. Is continuous pricing a win for travelers and agencies, or does it create more complexity? Let’s discuss!? ? #TravelIndustry #Airlines #NDC #ContinuousPricing #AmericanAirlines #BusinessTravel?

?? Exciting News! ?? We’re heading to SAP Concur from March 18-20, and we’d love to see you out there! ?? This is your chance to connect with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge solutions, and elevate your business travel and expense management game. ?? ?? Networking with experts ?? Hands-on sessions ?? Unveiling innovative solutions ?? Fun events and experiences ??Say hi to the ApexConnect team! Book time one-on-one with us. https://lnkd.in/gHE-3H3R Mark your calendars, and let’s make it an unforgettable experience together! ? We'd love for you to stop by our booth and say hi! The ApexConnect team will be at booth #509 at the Seattle Convention Center Summit.

At?Cornerstone, ? innovation ?has been at the core of our journey, and we're thrilled to introduce our new series,?View From The Corner!?????? In?Episode 2, we’re joined by?Mitch Gross, SVP of Sales and Marketing, as he shares his career journey and insights into the rapidly evolving travel tech landscape. ????From the power of relationships to the intersection of sales, marketing, and technology, Mitch dives deep into how data, automation, and personalization are transforming customer interactions and business strategies.????? Tune in to grab expert insights from Mitch, a travel industry veteran driving growth and innovation at Cornerstone!??? ? ?? Listen and???? ?Read the full interview transcript?[Link in comments] #ViewFromTheCorner #Innovation #TravelTech #SalesAndMarketing #Automation #CustomerExperience #CornerstoneTech #LeadershipInsights?#traveldata

?? Part 3 of Cornerstone's 3-Part Series ?? In Parts 1 and 2, we covered Travel Operations and Data Management—now, let’s focus on Spend Management—the key to unlocking financial agility and control. ?? Disconnected data and manual processes slow down financial operations, but with Cornerstone, your spend management becomes seamless, automated, and smarter. Here’s how Cornerstone transforms your spend operations: ?? Unified Data Integration: Connect and synchronize data across expense, invoice, payment, and human capital systems in real-time. ?? Automated Workflows: Say goodbye to manual entry. Invoice management automates processes from expense reporting to payment scheduling, reducing errors and improving efficiency. ?? Smarter Spend Analytics: Gain full visibility into your organization’s spending, with actionable insights that drive smarter decision-making and help you manage cash flow. ?? Complete Control: From invoice validation to real-time payment updates, spend analytics ensures you have total control over your financial operations. ?? Part 3 is all about using automation and intelligent insights to simplify and optimize spend management across the board, so you can focus on growth, not paperwork. ?? Explore the full article! ?? https://lnkd.in/grJyHYuA #SpendManagement #Automation #Efficiency #BusinessGrowth #FinancialControl #CornerstoneTech #DataIntegration

?? The B2B Travel Market is projected to grow at an incredible 17.5% CAGR from 2024 to 2032, reaching $52.5 billion! Some of the growth drivers include: ?? Increased online penetration, making booking and managing travel easier ?? Global business expansion driving corporate travel demand ?? SMEs seeking cost-effective, tailored travel solutions that empower smaller businesses to manage corporate travel more efficiently and affordably What about the role of AI??AI is set to redefine business travel by personalizing experiences and helping companies quantify the ROI of business trips, driving smarter travel decisions. Additionally, the?Travel & Expense Management Software?market is expected to hit $12.8 billion by 2032, with the U.S. leading global adoption. ???Vote now and share your insights! Have an alternate opinion on what you think will drive corporate travel? Share in the comments below. ?? #B2BTravel?#TravelManagement?#GrowthForecast?#AI?#CorporateTravel? #TravelTech

?? Welcome to the Team, Danny T.! ?? We’re thrilled to announce that Danny Thomas has joined Cornerstone as Demand Generation Manager! #Welcome #TeamCornerstone #NewHire