When it comes to investing in business travel— particularly during a time of inflated travel prices and frequent disruptions—companies may prioritize trips to meet with customers that have a clear connection to top-line growth. However, travel to meet others in the organization—coworkers, teammates, mentors, new hires, job candidates—also can drive significant value in terms of culture and engagement.
In fact, as the ability to travel has returned, companies may derive even greater benefits from such internal travel investments than they have in the past. With the majority of organizations embracing hybrid and remote work, travel has become necessary to bring people together in person to better collaborate and innovate, build trust and relationships, increase feelings of inclusivity, and create a more cohesive culture