Three myths about partnering with a TMC

Corporate travel can often feel like a puzzle with too many difficult pieces. Coordinating flights, hotels, expenses, and itineraries requires time, patience, and expertise. However, many companies hesitate to use a Travel Management Company (TMC) to solve these challenges due to widespread myths.  

If you're a corporate travel manager, executive assistant, or business owner, you've likely heard these misconceptions. Today, we'll debunk three common myths about working with a TMC. 

Myth 1 - Using a TMC is an unnecessary use of budget 

When budgets are tight, outsourcing travel management can feel like an expendable luxury. After all, why spend on a TMC when you can book travel in-house?  

However, partnering with a TMC is not an expense; it’s an investment in value. A TMC leverages its expertise, supplier relationships, and technology to secure cost-effective options and negotiate better rates on your behalf.  

For instance, TMCs often have access to exclusive industry deals on flights, accommodation, and car hire that simply aren't available online. Over time, the savings generated from discounted rates, flexible cancellations, and accurate travel expense reporting can far outweigh the TMC’s service fees. Additionally, by streamlining the travel booking process and eliminating manual processes, TMCs can save your organisation valuable time and resources. 

Myth 2 – A TMC takes away flexibility 

Some believe working with a TMC ties them to rigid travel plans with limited freedom to adjust. They fear losing the personal touch of managing travel internally due to the involvement of an external company. 

The reality is that partnering with a TMC doesn’t restrict your options; it expands them. A good TMC should work to understand your specific business needs and deliver tailored solutions that offer greater flexibility than booking independently.  

At Travel Counsellors for Business, we take personalisation one step further by assigning a dedicated corporate travel expert (or team of experts) for your account. This way, you can enjoy consistent and personalised service from someone who truly understands your company’s travel preferences and policies. 

Myth 3 – Adopting a TMC is too time-consuming 

For busy business owners and travel managers, the idea of onboarding a TMC may feel like another project to tackle. From policy updates to staff training, the thought of implementation can seem daunting. 

Transitioning to a TMC doesn’t have to be a drawn-out process. A reliable TMC will guide your organisation step by step, ensuring a seamless and efficient onboarding experience.  

What’s more, after implementation, you’ll gain back hours previously spent coordinating bookings, tracking expenses, and resolving travel issues. The end result? Less stress, more efficiency, and increased focus on other business priorities. 

Take the stress out of business travel with Travel Counsellors for Business 

Adopting a TMC isn’t just about managing travel – it’s about creating a partnership designed to elevate your business operations and provide peace of mind. Here at Travel Counsellors for Business, we make managing travel easy, efficient, and cost-effective. Get in touch to find out how we can help your business save time, reduce costs, and deliver better travel experiences.