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ArticleAlong Came a Standard: Air Travel Distribution Redefined
Published: November 2019
Every once in a while, the earth, moon and stars align and a new standard is created without fanfare,...
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ReportEvolution of Air Distribution: New Distribution and Retailing Models (Part 3)
Published: September 2019
Until recently, the distribution of airline products remained mostly in the hands of third parties...
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ReportEvolution of Air Distribution (Series)
Published: September 2019
Shifting market dynamics and technological advances have fostered new opportunities in airline...
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ReportEvolution of Air Distribution: Industry Segment Perspectives (Part 2)
Published: September 2019
Air travel distribution is a complex ecosystem of suppliers, aggregators, resellers and buyers,...
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ReportEvolution of Air Distribution: History and Background (Part 1)
Published: September 2019
Air distribution is a constantly changing story – a revolution that’s been 70 years in the making. The...
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ReportEvolution of Air Distribution: Challenges and Future Insights (Part 4)
Published: September 2019
IATA’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) and ONE Order initiatives hold significant long-term promise...
ReportU.S. Travel Agency Distribution Landscape 2016-2021
Published: November 2018
The rise of the internet, mobile platforms and a plethora of consumer-facing booking options have...
ArticleNew Distribution Capability (NDC) and One Order: Air Distribution Gets a Refresh
Published: July 2018
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has sponsored New Distribution Capability (NDC) to...
ArticleHospitality Distribution Dissected
Published: June 2017
On the surface, year-to-year changes in the percent of revenue booked through traditional hospitality...
ArticleNew Distribution Capability (NDC): It’s Only Just Begun
Published: March 2017
In 2013, after much discussion and diplomatic efforts to avoid alienating any constituency, the...