Why You Need a Travel Policy (And Why You Don’t Have to Be the Bad Cop)

Let’s talk about something that doesn’t usually get people excited: travel policies. Yes, we know. It doesn’t sound thrilling. It’s not as sexy as “team offsite in Tuscany” or “business class upgrades.” But hear us out—because a good travel policy is an unsung hero of smooth, stress-free business trips. And the best part? You don’t have to enforce it. I do.

What Is a Travel Policy, Anyway? A travel policy is your company’s playbook for how travel should be booked, paid for, and managed. It covers things like: • Booking timelines (no more last-minute panic flights at eyewatering costs) • Hotel standards (hello, consistency and goodbye surprise 5* hotel receipts!) • Approval processes (without the email ping-pong)

Why It Matters for SMEs For small and medium-sized businesses, every penny and every minute counts. A travel policy helps you: • Control costs without sacrificing comfort • Ensure consistency across departments • Streamline approvals and reduce back-and-forth • Make smarter decisions with better data

No Micromanaging Required—I've Got You Covered Once your travel policy is set, I make sure it’s followed—automatically and respectfully. That means: • I make sure bookings align with your rules • I flag anything that looks off • I guide your team to make the right choices—without you lifting a finger You get all the benefits of structure and control, without having to be the travel police.

Let’s Make It Happen Think of your travel policy as a roadmap that keeps everyone aligned—without the need for constant check-ins or last-minute questions. Your team gets the freedom to travel confidently, and you get peace of mind knowing everything’s under control.

Get in touch today. Miriam.Kelliher@mytc.com 046 909 4972

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