. In addition to work toward
common XML connectivity to airlines, "there is also a lot of positive discussion around how developers of graphical interfaces for travel agencies, corporate booking tools and consumer sites can effectively consume and display the airline direct connect," according to Open Axis executive director Jim Young. "A typical travel agency cryptic 'green screen' will not handle new airline products and services coming down this new XML connection." The working group will include Open Axis member airlines and third-party developers. Representatives from travel management companies, online travel agencies and corporate booking tool providers also have been invited to participate.