The travel industry has been lucrative for many years, attracting good income for all its players. It has created employment for many people in different sectors that are closely connected to transport. However, the onset of the Covid19 pandemic saw a devastating effect on the industry. People majorly remained indoors, with very little travel, and this took place only when necessary. It calls for a shift in the way things are done in this industry. Here are some reasons as to why some innovation is required to save the industry:
Tracing cases
Tracing cases is crucial and means a lot for travelers currently. The travel companies have to be able to collect relevant data from all their clients to use this information to assist in tracing clients that may have come into contact with an infected person in the course of their travel.
Embracing electronic payments
Electronic payments are now considered the safer way to avoid much exposure to the virus through touching money. Travel industry players have had to conform to this way of doing things to rebuild the industry. As a result, an individual is more likely to use a service to make a cashless payment.
Traveler testing
As economies and countries begin to open up and allow travel, players in the industry have to develop safe travel arrangements for their potential clients. One is likely to use a means of travel whereby they feel safe from contact with others. Testing for Covid19 has also become the new normal for most people now. Travelers are likely to use transport means that ensure all travelers aboard are tested and confirmed to be Covid19 free. Testing builds confidence in the clients as they feel that the risk of infection is less here.
Offer seamless experiences
There has been the development of apps that guide the users of impending delays, for example, when their flights are taking much longer to arrive. These apps enable travelers to book for their buses or other means of transport online and even give directions to their destinations before starting their journey. It is attractive for travelers, especially during these uncertain times, and for people traveling to places, they have never been to previously. Therefore, travel companies need to incorporate their services into such apps.
As other industries embrace and adopt new ways of doing things, the travel industry should not be left behind. The key players in the industry need to constantly analyze market trends and come up with suitable ways to address emerging needs.