, /PRNewswire/ -- Today, KAYAK, the world's leading travel search engine, is updating its Enterprise solution in collaboration with Blockskye, a leading provider of payment and blockchain solutions and PwC, one of the largest professional services firms. The latest updates, which have been reviewed and tested by PwC US, offer interoperability and remove the need for employee expense reports. Now, KAYAK for Business Enterprise customers will have the flexibility to manage their corporate travel bookings from anywhere - whether on a select airline's website or app, via the KAYAK for Business platform, or with the assistance of a KAYAK agent.
The shift toward modern merchandising benefits suppliers by creating new revenue opportunities, while helping companies save on servicing costs and streamlining expense reconciliation. The upgraded solution is reshaping how expenses are managed and business travel is booked and serviced, providing unparalleled benefits for business travelers, companies and airlines. "KAYAK changed the game for how people plan and book travel, and now we're transforming business travel in the same way," said , SVP of KAYAK for Business.
"By leveraging new technology and innovative solutions, we are reshaping an antiquated industry. This prospect of simplifying business travel is not only thrilling for us internally but also for every client and partner we collaborate with on this journey." KAYAK for Business' first enterprise client, PwC US, has been involved with the creation of the solution since it launched in 2022.
KAYAK, PwC US, alongside Blockskye, have worked collaboratively to develop the corporate travel solution and facilitate its distribution to a wider client base. More than 75,000 PwC US employees have access to KAYAK for Business Enterprise to plan and book their business travel. "By combining Blockskye's blockchain technology and payment solution with KAYAK's experience in leisure travel, we are introducing a solution that transforms how businesses handle their travel programs," said , Procurement Leader, PwC US.
"With this first-of-its-kind solution, we are enabling a seamless corporate travel experience that sets a new industry standard." Blockskye Blockskye Blockskye Blockskye Pay brings a host of benefits for travelers, airlines, and companies alike; travelers can bid farewell to cumbersome expense reports, airlines gain from streamlined ticketing processes and cost-effective payment solutions and for companies, the new system also automates the management of unused ticket value across profiles. "Business travel is a market thick with intermediaries that add cost and hassle," said Michael Share Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Blockskye.
"We've been listening to travelers, travel suppliers and procurement teams and they all have a big objective in common– they want to lower the cost of administration and distribution. Blockskye Pay eliminates the need for credit cards and expense reports, streamlining transactions and enhancing security for travelers worldwide." "At American, we are committed to offer a more convenient shopping experience tailored to our customers' preferences and needs," said , American Airlines senior vice president of partnerships and retailing.
"We're proud to partner with KAYAK for Business and Blockskye to offer this solution to our business customers." "Partnering with KAYAK for Business and Blockskye to offer a better booking and expense experience to PwC US travelers has been a win for everyone involved," shared , Director of B2B Strategy at Southwest Airlines. "We are looking forward to bringing this solution to more business travel customers looking for streamlined processes and enhanced traveler flexibility.
" "At United, we're always exploring innovative ways to improve our customers' experience," said VP Strategy & Effectiveness of United Airlines. "We're excited to partner with KAYAK for Business and Blockskye to enhance the booking and travel experience for our business customers. This collaboration between KAYAK for Business, Blockskye and PwC US marks a significant milestone in the evolution of travel technology, setting a new standard for efficiency, convenience, and value within the corporate travel industry.
For more information visit and blockskye.com , part of Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: ), is the world's leading travel search engine. With billions of queries across our platforms, we help people find their perfect flight, stay, rental car and vacation package.
We also support business travelers with our . Blockskye provides payment, expense, and data platforms for next-generation b2b travel and procurement. PwC US offers consulting services to help other enterprises reimagine their travel programs and implement .
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