Business travel software that empowers self-booking without the headaches

Self-booking made simple with smarter business travel software from Clarity.

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May 14, 2024
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Booking a business trip should be easy. But for many employees, the process feels like navigating a maze – different systems, approval delays, and the ever-looming fear of going “off-policy.”

That’s where smart business travel software comes in. More specifically, tools designed for self-booking – giving employees the independence to make their own arrangements while keeping everything aligned with your travel policy.

Because let’s face it – travellers want autonomy. Businesses want control. And the right business travel management software offers both.

Why self-booking is rising in popularity

With hybrid working, greater flexibility and more digitally confident workforces, employees now expect the same ease in booking business trips as they do for personal ones. That’s why self-booking tools have become a key part of modern travel programmes.

But while independence is great, it can’t come at the cost of policy compliance, budget control or traveller wellbeing.

So, how do you balance freedom with structure? The answer lies in your business travel software.

What makes self-booking work in business travel?

1. Built-in policy, not policy overload

Nobody wants to memorise a 30-page travel policy just to book a train. With the right business travel management software, travellers are automatically guided toward compliant options – flights, hotels, rail – without needing to know every rule.

Policies are built into the system. The result? Bookers make confident choices, and managers sleep easier.

2. Automated approvals

If every trip needs manual sign-off, self-booking becomes self-stopping. That’s why smart corporate travel platforms include automated approval workflows. Trips that meet policy can go through instantly, while those that don’t are flagged for review – saving time and reducing admin.

3. One platform for everything

True self-booking means not hopping between apps or supplier websites. All travel – rail, air, hotel, car hire – should be available in one user-friendly place. The best business travel tools combine everything into a single experience that’s intuitive for everyone.

4. Real-time support and alerts

Even self-bookers need backup sometimes. Tools should offer access to travel disruption alerts, booking history, and round-the-clock support so employees aren’t left stranded if something changes.

And when things don’t go to plan, Clarity is always on hand with 24/7 real human support – so travellers are never alone, no matter the time zone.

5. Traveller tracking and visibility for managers

While employees enjoy booking freedom, travel managers still need oversight. Good travel management platforms provide live dashboards, spend reports and tracking tools – so you stay compliant and informed, without micromanaging.

The answer? ClarityGo

ClarityGo is our intuitive business travel software that empowers self-bookers and travel managers alike. Designed for simplicity, speed and full policy control, it’s everything your team needs to book with confidence – without the headaches.

Whether you’re managing travel for five people or five thousand, ClarityGo offers:

  • An easy-to-use self-booking experience
  • Built-in travel policy controls
  • Instant approval workflows
  • One platform for rail, air, hotel and car hire
  • Mobile and desktop access
  • Live data dashboards and reporting
  • Full WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility
  • 24/7 access to real human support from Clarity’s expert team

It’s smart enough for your travel team, simple enough for your occasional travellers, and built to grow with your business. Explore some key ClarityGo features right here.

Let’s make business travel booking easier

If your travellers are avoiding the current booking system – or your travel team is buried in manual approvals – it might be time to rethink your business travel management software.

With ClarityGo, self-booking is no longer a risk – it’s a smarter way to work.

Want to see it in action?

Book a demo of ClarityGo and give your people the freedom to book smarter, with confidence.

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