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Amadeus Drops Codeshare and Takes a Bold Step Towards Simplicity in Air Travel Amadeus' decision to drop codeshare support in NDC is a commendable move towards simplifying air travel. Here's why this is a step in the right direction: 1 - Clearer airport displays: Single flight numbers reduce confusion and congestion. 2 - Streamlined schedules: Eliminating inflated flight counts in booking systems. 3 - Enhanced transparency: Passengers get clear information about who's truly operating their flight. 4 - Simplified systems: Reducing complexity in backend processes and technology. 5 - Embracing NDC: Aligning with modern distribution practices for a more dynamic, customer-centric approach. Many codeshare benefits can be achieved through enhanced interline agreements, without the drawbacks. In today's digital age, simplicity is key. Amadeus is leading the charge in modernizing air travel, putting passenger clarity and system efficiency first. Thoughts? #AviationIndustry #TravelTech #SimplifyingTravel

To codeshare or not to codeshare that is the question.... and I absolutely encourage thoughtful and respectful debate on this important question. I would warmly invite all who are interested by this topic to get involved. A great starting place is here https://lnkd.in/ephXHQdP In Amadeus we firmly believe that the industry is a pivotal point where the needs and expectations of the passenger, the capabilities available to us with state of the art technology and the constraints of standards, processes and data structures that we designed (in some cases over 50 years ago) mean that it is time to change. Change is hard, and change means letting go of things to reach something new. There are many "legacy" concepts that will either be removed or completely transformed in this "retail transformation" tickets, emd, PNR, EDIFACT distribution, TTY, RBD, static filed fares.... We need to strive to simply our business to drive cost and complexity out. That is hard. In their white paper the future of Interline International Air Transport Association (IATA) states. "Changes to the Interline Framework should address the underlying requirements that are driving codeshare, while building a solution that provides simplicity and transparency." It is through talking, learning and challenging the ideas of the past that we progress, so let's learn from each other and challenge each other. What underlying need can not be solved in the SRSIA that is done in codeshare today?

February 29 is a unique day that comes only once every four years, and it's crucial for software engineers to remember. Here's why, through examples of recent glitches: - In Sweden, the largest supermarket chain, ICA, experienced a failure in card payments, forcing customers to pay in cash. - Colombia's biggest airline, Avianca, printed wrong dates on tickets due to not accounting for February 29. - New Zealand had a widespread issue with gas station payment terminals failing, attributed to leap day software glitches. - A newly released smartwatch by Fastrack couldn't show the leap day date. - EA SPORTS WRC, a racing game, crashed on leap day, with the suggested fix being to change the system's date. - In Japan, a glitch prevented some police departments from issuing driver's licenses. These incidents highlight the importance of preparing for leap day in software systems. As we approach December 31, remember this year has 366 days, which could lead to more unexpected system failures. For instance, a leap year bug caused significant damage to an aluminum smelting plant in New Zealand in 1996. To avoid such issues, use date objects and operations that account for leap years, and never assume February always has 28 days or that a year has only 365 days.

👀 Only three weeks to go until the early booking discount ends. The European Transport Conference (ETC) is the annual conference of the Association for European Transport (AET) for European Transport, attracting transport policymakers, practitioners, and researchers from all over Europe and beyond. ETC offers in-depth presentations on policy issues, best practices, and research findings across the broad spectrum of transport. ETC also provides an opportunity where delegates can enjoy networking opportunities, participate in technical visits, and explore the exhibition. This year’s papers will address relevant themes for the transport policy agenda throughout Europe and worldwide – from a research, policy, or practice angle. - Human wellbeing - Sustainable travel - Mode-specific and inter-modal aspects - Labour, resource, and energy challenges - Regulatory issues - Funding and financial sustainability - Cities and transport - Transport planning analysis and models - Air travel and airports  - Technology and Artificial Intelligence https://lnkd.in/d9TKjc7W #etcAntwerp2024. Association for European Transport (AET)

Australia is banning dynamic ticket pricing as part of a new government crackdown on unfair business practices. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Treasurer Jim Chalmers say hidden fees and subscription traps add to the cost of living and must be stopped. They call these actions “dodgy practices” that hurt consumers. Dynamic pricing, where prices rise based on demand, has caused concert ticket prices to skyrocket. Recently, Green Day concert tickets jumped to $500. Companies like Ticketmaster defend this by saying it prevents ticket scalping and matches what artists want. However, the government disagrees and plans to stop this confusing pricing system. Other pricing tactics, like adding fees during checkout (drip pricing), will also be banned. The government aims to make purchases clearer for consumers, removing tricks that lead to unexpected costs. We have yet to see how these changes will affect businesses, but they highlight the importance of being open and honest with pricing. Hidden fees damage trust and push customers away. A clear, straightforward pricing strategy builds customer loyalty and trust. In the long run, transparency leads to better business relationships and growth. #pricingnews #taylorwellspricing #dynamicpricing Source: https://lnkd.in/gyh6WhqX Blogs: https://lnkd.in/gaiZTq-6

Give your guests more options to purchase! Adding PayPal to your checkout experience can be a game changer to your business, regardless of the industry you are in. Here are some key stats: - Adding PayPal increases conversion rates by 33% - Pay Later average order values are 55% higher than standard PayPal AOV - Businesses saw a 12% lift in sales after six months when they added Pay Later messaging - In the United States, 66% of Pay Later customers are repeat users - 57% of Gen Z and Millenials feel buy now, pay later is a smarter way to shop, while 37 percent say it gives them more control of their finances Let your guests pay how they want to pay! We are beyond thrilled to be partnering with PayPal on this. #paypal #paylater #rocketrez

How to Buy a K10 Ticket Online 1. Open Your Browser   - Type www.tiketmastas.com.pg in the address bar and press Enter. 2. Navigate to Ticket Purchase   - Click on "Host Plus Cup Buy Now." 3. Select Ticket Type   - Choose "General Admission." 4. Select Quantity   - Enter the number of tickets you want.   - Click "Add to Cart." 5. Proceed to Checkout   - Click "Checkout." 6. Enter Email Address   - Type your email address (important for receiving your e-ticket).   - Click "Next" or "Continue." 7. Create Account   - Enter a password for your account on the site.   - Fill in any other required details.   - Click "Next" or "Continue." 8. Enter Payment Information   - Input your card details.   - Confirm your booking. 9. Check Email   - Look for your e-ticket in your email inbox. 10. Attend the Event   - Show your e-ticket at the gate to enter and enjoy the match. Get your tickets https://lnkd.in/gpBaTegY #jointhetribe #jointhehunt

Four different types of additional charges on top of the face value of the ticket. This is not even from a ticket reseller but the venue itself. What the hell is the difference between booking fee and delivery/transaction cost (of an e ticket) Such an annoyance. Why do venues still do it? #customerexperience #fail

There are a lot of "What If" scenarios when it comes to ticketless parking. So, we make sure you create as many "What if" moments in our sandbox before we send out software and equipment to a client site. In this short video, our CEO, Japan Mehta, showcases our in-house simulated process with our software and hardware. This allows us to do as much testing as needed to ensure that by the time we deploy the product to a client site, it will be a quick and seamless process that is a plug-and-play experience. A lot of work goes on behind the scenes to ensure when it's showtime on a client site, it simply works as promised. #parking #ticketlessparking

Orchestration will be a topic at #mrcvegas2024, as Visa Acceptance Solutions addresses payment orchestration.