Amadeus presents high-tech solutions for travel market
Innovative solutions guarantee decreased cost, increased revenues and customer service benefits
Nicosia, 14 May 2008:
Amadeus, a global leader in providing technology for the travel and tourism industry, organised a presentation of its latest products and services in Nicosia today. The event was held at the Hilton Cyprus.
A large number of professionals from within the travel and tourism market attended the event, where they were introduced to Amadeus’ range of superior technological solutions for managing the distribution and sale of travel services.
Guests were welcomed by Renos Kelepeshis – Manager of the Representative Office of Amadeus in Cyprus, and Eva Karamanou – General Manager Amadeus Hellas. The speakers detailed Amadeus’ commitment to the travel sector and its ongoing dedication to serve as the foremost technology partner of the industry, supporting leading research, launching advanced technological solutions, and offering innovative consultancy services.
Business Solutions Manager Mrs Elena Morozini then presented the current package of advanced solutions that have been developed by Amadeus especially for the travel sector. Morozini demonstrated how Amadeus solutions can not only boost sales and profitability, but also offer genuine competitive advantages in the areas of customer support.
The following Amadeus solutions were presented at the event:
Amadeus Quality Control: Ensures continuous control of every Passenger Name Record (PNR) during booking time, making sure that the required information is received simultaneously and eliminating mistakes, as well as the need for rechecking.
Amadeus All Fares: Ensures the best possible price for passengers and the most flexible itinerary, as the search realized for the travel agent also includes airline websites.
Amadeus Agency Internet Engine – E Power: Automated online bookings solution without the need for any further special development - its flexible parameterization enables smooth integration into every corporate website.
Amadeus Mobile SMS: Offers the possibility of automatic dispatch of SMS to the passenger’s mobile phone in order to confirm a booking or to inform of a potential change of itinerary at any time of day, instantly and most importantly simply.
Amadeus Services Fee Manager: Secures the efficient calculation, storage and collection of all service fees.
Amadeus Hotel Plus: Innovative and exceptionally easy to use web-based hotel bookings platform.
A world-leader in providing technology and distribution solutions to the travel industry, Amadeus is present in 215 markets worldwide. Many of the industry’s leading travel service providers use Amadeus technology to optimize their operations - the extensive range of Amadeus solutions and services are now used by 75,000 travel agencies and more than 11 000 airline sales offices.
Caption: From left: Elena Morozini, Business Solutions Manager, Renos Kelepeshis, Manager of the Representative Office of Amadeus in Cyprus and Eva Karamanou, General Manager Amadeus Hellas.
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Notes to the editors
Amadeus
A world-leading technology and distribution solutions provider, Amadeus delivers unparalleled expertise to the travel and tourism industry, including leading-edge solutions that cover airlines’ unique business needs, independent of their size, business model or market reach. The award-winning Amadeus e-Commerce Airline Suite comprises e-Retail, e-Merchandise and e-Service solutions for booking, merchandising and servicing online. Available as standalone components or as an integrated suite, websites can be deployed in 23 languages to improve yield and deliver enhanced customer loyalty. Over 75 of the world’s leading airlines use the Amadeus e-commerce Airline Suite to power over 250 websites in more than 80 markets.
Amadeus’ pioneering new-generation Customer Management Solution (CMS) portfolio, Amadeus Altéa CMS, serves network and regional carriers. The Altéa portfolio, based on a pioneering community platform concept, enables improved operational efficiency and increases revenue. The portfolio consists of the Altéa Reservation, Altéa Inventory and Altéa Departure Control solutions. Other standalone IT solutions include amongst others: Amadeus Revenue Integrity solution, Amadeus Ticket Changer, an automatic ticket reissue tool, and a full range of ticketing solutions; including e-ticket interlining and ground-handling management technology services.
Contact details
Amadeus Media Relations
Corporate & Marketing Communication
tel : +34 91 582 0160
fax : +34 91 582 0188
e-mail : mediarelations@amadeus.com
