Daily News Brief – August 25, 2020
Navigating Business Travel Through the Pandemic
Navigating Business Travel Through the Pandemic
With some employees returning to the office, and many states now permitting non-essential business travel, business managers are beginning to reassess the feasibility of a mobile workforce. One barrier to business travel, however, is state by state travel restrictions which vary substantially and may be inconsistent. In addition, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to recommend that employers “minimize non-essential travel,” and offers guidelines for safer business travel during the Coronavirus pandemic. Continue Reading >>
COVID-19 Updates
New US COVID-19 Cases Drop for Fifth Week in a Row, Deaths Decline (CHANNEL NEWS ASIA)
With COVID-19 Cases on the Decline, Is Phase 3 of Reopening Florida Coming Soon? (FOX)
Hong Kong to Ease Some COVID-19 Measures as New Cases Decline (CHANNEL NEWS ASIA)
More Helpful Articles/Links
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- CDC Dashboard – Updated frequently with new guidance documents and details
- COVID-19 Travel Recommendations by Country (CDC)
- CDC Coronavirus Information
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
- Overview of TSA’s “Stay Healthy. Stay Secure.” Campaign
- “Stay Healthy. Stay Secure” Video
- What to Know Before You Go
- TSA Screening Checkpoint Numbers for 2019 and 2020
- TSA’s COVID-19 Webpage
- Runway to Recovery
- TSA Prepared for Summer Travelers with Updated Security Procedures
GBTA Collaboratory Highlights
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GBTA Collaboratory 2020
To RFP or Not to RFP: That is the 2021 Question
Wednesday, August 26 | 11:00 AM ET
The GBTA Accommodations Committee will continue the discussion around the different 2021 RFP approaches. The pandemic has left many organizations with lingering questions, such as the amount of ongoing or planned travel in the near future, additional risk management requirements, and what new stakeholders need input into the organizations’ travel protocols. Panelists will share best practices and recommend multiple sourcing processes for consideration. Additionally, supplier partners will share how to obtain information on COVID-19 readiness in order to remain in a company’s hotel program.
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Professional Development
Virtual GLP® Course: Finance for Non-Financial Executives
Finance for Non-Financial Executives is a course designed for business leaders wanting to gain a solid understanding of financial measurement and valuation tools. This three-day course equips leaders from all backgrounds with the skills necessary to communicate effectively on issues relating to finance, accounting and ultimately, their bottom lines.
This GLP® course will fulfill the “Finance” competency requirement for those pursuing the GLP Designation or their Certificate of Professional Development. Course dates are October 6, 8, and 9.
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Airlines Redouble Efforts to Clean Cabins (YAHOO!)
IATA: Airline Passengers Risk Penalties for Refusing to Wear Face Covering (ETURBONEWS)
SFO Opens First Airport COVID-19 Rapid Testing Site in the US (SAN FRANCISCO GATE)
Majority Ready to Consider Domestic and International Travel But Only If These 10 Measures Are in Place (TRAVEL DAILY NEWS)
This Product Kills COVID for 7 Days—And Just Got EPA Approval for Some American Airlines Planes (FORTUNE)
Hospitality Industry News
Are Hotel Chains Doing Enough to Protect Customers During the Pandemic? (THE DENVER CHANNEL)
More Industry News
Global Business Travel Association Welcomes Sue Spear as Chair of the Canadian Advisory Board (TRAVEL DAILY NEWS) – FEATURES GBTA
Earn Your Global Travel Professional® (GTP) Certification
Brought to you by the GBTA Academy, The GTP® Certification is designed to raise industry standards, enhance work performance, and recognize individuals who demonstrate core competencies essential to the business travel management discipline. Fall Exam dates are October 1 – November 17 and the deadline to apply is September 11. Apply Now >>
WorldAware Intelligence Brief
China, North Korea and South Korea – Typhoon Bavi Tracking Northward in East China Sea
United States – Authorities in California Update List of Counties under Tighter Restrictions
United States – Officials in Washington, DC, Update Traveler Self-quarantine List
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