American Express Global Business Travel transitioned "nearly 25 percent of its travel counselors" to a virtual, home-based network
as part of a multi-year pilot, the company announced. Amex will
"continue the evolution of servicing by transitioning more" front-line
agents to that network. The program provides more flexible and immediate
service, and attracts a "more experienced and engaged workforce,"
according to Julie Bottner, executive vice president and global service
delivery general manager. "Clients working exclusively with virtual
servicing teams reported higher satisfaction levels, and our employee
engagement and loyalty results increased."