Health scares. Natural disasters. Political unrest. Unfortunately, unpredictable events like these are a reality in today’s global environment, and recent headlines have many businesses taking a good, hard look at business travel risks and how to protect their people abroad. In fact, 80% of travelers believe their companies have a legal obligation to protect them abroad. [1]
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Travel Risk Management: Implementing a Proactive Approach
If one of your travelers experienced an emergency, would it completely catch you off guard? Would you be dealing with the situation in “firefighting” mode? With new travel risks emerging every day and Duty of Care laws tighter than ever, HR and risk management professionals must take responsibility for proactively preparing their constituents. If your organization is only
Read MoreOn Call in Action: Blood Pressure Complications at Conference in Singapore
On Call International helps organizations and their travelers take a proactive and holistic approach to not only managing emergencies when they arise—but also planning for and even preventing them before they happen. Tune in each month to see how On Call International helps with travel problems, big and small, every day: This Month: Business Blood
Read MoreBusiness Etiquette on the Road: Traveling With Your Boss
Traveling with your boss may sound intimidating, but if you play your cards right, it could be a great career opportunity. We put together a list of tips to help you make a good impression throughout your trip: 1) Determine your responsibilities in advance: Talk to your manager before the trip to define your role. Who
Read MoreFall Travel: 4 Considerations for Business Travelers
The lazy days of summer have come and gone – along with the busy summer travel season. As temperatures drop and we fall back into routines (no pun intended!), a variety of options present themselves to business travelers. Here are some things to consider if you’ll be traveling for work this fall: Take advantage of
Read MoreTravel Cheat Sheet of the Month: International Business Travel Checklist
Traveling internationally requires more preparation than just grabbing your passport and packing your bags. Use our checklist below to prepare for a safe, healthy and successful business trip abroad: √ Contact your bank and credit card companies to advise them of your travel dates and destinations. This will help you ensure your credit card won’t
Read MoreCustomization & Travel Risk Management: A Winning Combo
It’s 2 a.m. when your phone rings. The head of your organization wants to know how many travelers are in Cairo. You turn on the news and see images of violent political demonstrations and civil unrest. Government and medical sources are reporting hundreds of people killed and several more wounded across the country. U.S. embassies and American citizens are at
Read MoreTravel Assistance 101: Common Travel Fears and How On Call Can Help (Part 2)
You’ve read our first round-up of common travel fears and how On Call can help. However, there are a few more fears we hear that keep some travelers up at night. Keep calm and travel on: What if I lose my passport? If your passport is lost or stolen when traveling abroad, your first action
Read MoreOn Call in Action: Business Traveler Needs Trip Planning Advice
Whether you’re traveling for business, school, or pleasure, it’s safe to say that things don’t always go as planned. (Good thing you always remember to pack your On Call card!) But here’s the thing: unless you’ve actually experienced a travel emergency (a broken leg, lost prescription, stolen passport, or even a legal mix-up), it’s hard to imagine how travel assistance
Read More12 Hacks That Will Make Your Business Trips Easier
Are you looking for ways to make your days on the road less hectic? Here are some of our favorite tips that will not only simplify your travels, but will make life on-the-go a little more enjoyable: 1. Pack a travel first-aid kit: Staying at a destination off-the-beaten path? Chances are you won’t find a
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