How Desigual automates travel booking and approvals with TravelPerk
- One platform to book travel and manage their policy: Desigual were looking for a business travel tool that allowed travelers to book and organize their own trips quickly and easily, while also staying within policy. With travel policies baked into the booking process, this would reduce travel approval times and budget control.
- Immediate access to a large inventory with accurate pricing Both travelers and the Finance and Purchasing department needed access to a large inventory, expense control options and enough variety to choose hotels to suit each traveler's taste.
- Help whenever and wherever they need it: Desigual were looking for a platform with instant support at any time of day via phone, chat or email.l. In other words, a digital solution with 24/7 support to help solve problems with reservations, payments or any unforeseen trip cancellations.
Why Desigual chose TravelPerk
“We went for a radical change with TravelPerk. The travel management is effective and transparent and has led us to better cost control and a smoother travel experience.”
Laura Andreia Damian, Finance, Procurement & Travel, Desigual
Results
More agile processes: 89% of trips require no approvals
Total cost control and competitive rates
“The platform is very easy to use and has a lot of filters to choose the perfect hotel.”
— Feedback from Desigual travelers
Desigual can take care of its travelers
What TravelPerk features does Desigual use?
- Access to the largest travel inventory in the industryFlights, accommodations, car rentals, and trains can be booked instantly at pre-negotiated rates for both local and international trips.
- Automated travel policies and approvalsTravel policies can be created in under 2 minutes, budget limits set, and approval flows streamlined as needed.
- Real-time expense controlAll travel expenses are displayed in one place, allowing budgets to be maintained and finances optimized for future trips.
- Centralized invoicingAccounting and financial management are simplified with a single invoice that consolidates all travel expenses.
- Real-time travel trackingTeams can be located wherever they are, with records kept of all bookings, activities, transportation methods, and policy compliance.
- Duty of care and protectionTraveler safety is ensured before, during, and after the trip. Security alerts are provided, team locations tracked on a map, and immediate responses enabled when needed.
- 24/7 support serviceContinuous support is available from real people for bookings, plan changes, cancellations, and other issues.