StarCite Launches New Small Meetings Services

They may seem simple, but overall, management of small meetings has remained elusive for most companies. Almost 70% of meetings have fewer than 50 attendees, however only a few of these small meetings benefit from the preferred property rates and negotiated contract terms that large meetings have.

StarCite’s implementation team will help train meeting organizers to use StarCite’s self-service tool in no time. For companies that would like to add more strategic direction to their small meetings programs, StarCite recently launched a new service to help companies evaluate their small meetings usage, establish preferred provider programs and negotiate standard day and meeting packages.

Small meetings are the next big opportunity in savings. Learn more today!

Going Global with Meetings Management

Global meeting consolidation is the next frontier in strategic meetings management. One of the most important tools to have when implementing a cross-border program is technology. "Companies need to have a centralized technology platform for managing meetings in order to keep data consistent across all regions" according to a recent article in Medical Meetings. Learn how StarCite technology can help you with your global meetings management program.

Industry Changemakers

On June 1 MeetingsNet launched its Top 20 Industry Changemakers recognizing excellence in the development of Strategic Meetings Management Programs and industry innovations. "These 20 individuals have gained visibility among senior management in their companies by initiating strategic meetings management programs, developing companywide policies, leveraging volume, and maximizing savings."

StarCite congratulates all of the winners and is proud that of the 20 winners, 13 use StarCite technology to manage their Strategic Meetings Management Programs. View the 2008 Industry Changemakers.

A New Approach to Organizing Business Meetings

A new chain of upscale hotels for Accor, Pullman Hotels are designed to meet the needs of business travelers, whether traveling alone or in a group.

Meetings are ideal moments for interaction and exchange of views. The Pullman Co-Meeting offer is notable both for the quality of the meeting rooms and the innovative services available: on-line room viewing and booking services, and comfortable ergonomic chairs.

The Pullman Event Manager, supported by the expertise of an IT Solutions Manager responsible for technical solutions, is the single contact person for the event. The Event Manager, present throughout the event, is also responsible for follow-up and helps guarantee its success.

"Innovative breaks" organized during meetings offer participants original opportunities to unwind and take refreshment: relaxing massages, energizing gourmet breaks, theme-based breaks, and much more.