Transforming PHS’s travel management with Clarity

PHS approached Clarity with a challenge: to transform their £2.2 million annual travel expenditure from a do-it-yourself (DIY) approach into a fully managed travel solution, all within a tight three-week deadline for implementation.

The primary objectives were to achieve significant cost savings, gain better control over travel expenses, and uphold PHS Group's corporate social responsibility (CSR) commitments across its 18 divisions. At Clarity, we have a proven track record of delivering substantial savings on various travel components, including airfares, car rentals, rail, and hotel bookings. We also excel in policy enforcement and ensuring duty of care for our travellers.

Our data-driven approach provides us with comprehensive insights into travel expenditures, enabling effective cost management and strategic negotiations with suppliers. Results:

• Successfully transitioned PHS’s travel management system to a fully functional solution within three weeks.
• Implemented a detailed travel policy approval process, now mandated at the point of sale, along with a fully managed hotel programme.
• Established regular account management meetings to monitor and evaluate the progress of set objectives.
• Provided detailed management information, complete with commentary and actionable recommendations.

By partnering with Clarity, PHS has not only streamlined its travel management process but has also achieved greater financial control and compliance with its CSR goals, demonstrating our commitment to delivering effective and efficient travel solutions.

“Clarity delivered exactly what they said they would in ensuring a smooth transition from an unmanaged to a managed travel programme, resulting in immediate efficiencies and visible savings.”

- Martin Vine, PHS.

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