The business travel card has become a vital solution for managing corporate travel expenses. For travel managers, it simplifies payments, automates expense reports, and improves cost visibility. In a world where budget control and automation are key, this card is more than a tool β itβs a strategic asset.
What is a business travel card?
A business travel card (also known as a corporate card or business expense card) is a payment method dedicated exclusively to professional expenses: transportation, hotels, meals, etc. It eliminates the need for employees to advance personal funds and reduces administrative burdens.
π Learn more: Fairjungle β Simplify your corporate travel
Key benefits for travel managers
Centralized expense tracking
The business card consolidates all travel-related transactions, providing clear and real-time oversight of spending.
Expense report automation
Automated receipt capture and reconciliation significantly reduce time spent on reporting and validation.
Better policy compliance
Spending limits and categories can be pre-set to enforce travel policy and maintain full control.
Seamless integration with your travel management platform
When linked to a modern platform like Fairjungle, the business travel card becomes even more powerful:
- Payments are processed automatically
- Bookings are centralized
- Reporting is streamlined
πΌ Also read: Fairjungle β Business travel management
Role of business travel agencies
Business travel agencies often integrate business cards into their booking tools. This allows for automated invoicing, smoother user experiences, and more accurate reporting. For travel managers, this creates an environment where delegation and control go hand in hand.
Legal and accounting considerations
Companies must ensure business cards comply with legal frameworks: proper receipts, accounting traceability, and clear segregation of personal vs professional use.
π For more info: URSSAF β Expense reimbursement (FR)
A sustainability lever through smart usage
A business travel card can help support sustainable travel strategies:
- Track COβ emissions per trip
- Encourage responsible travel partners
- Link to internal CSR goals
π Related reading: ADEME β Sustainable mobility for professionals (FR)
For travel managers, the business travel card is a game changer. It enables real-time tracking, simplifies compliance, and enhances control β especially when combined with an intelligent solution like Fairjungle. Itβs not just a payment method: itβs a foundation for smarter travel.