Category: White Paper

Introduction to Airline Ancillary Revenue

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Find out how airlines are leveraging it to develop better revenue management strategies and how it is evolving to shape the future of air travel. “In recent decades, ancillary revenue has transitioned from a peripheral element in airline economics to a fundamental cornerstone of pricing strategies. Anticipated to experience explosive growth in the future, it is poised to become a transformative trend in the realm of air travel.” Ancillaries have transcended their status as mere “add-ons” and now stand as a pivotal element in the revenue management strategies adopted by…

Exploring the Evolution of Airline Distribution: GDS and NDC

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Discover the fascinating evolution of airline distribution through the lens of GDS and NDC technologies. Over the past few decades, technology has caused a significant transformation in the airline industry. Buying an airline ticket used to be a straightforward process that involved either visiting a travel agent or purchasing a ticket in-person at the airport. However, the adoption of Global Distribution Systems (GDS) and Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) has made airline distribution simpler, faster, and more cost-effective for both airlines and consumers. Recently, New Distribution Capability (NDC) technology has emerged,…