| S5 - a fast growing Internet based Online Travel Company
Problem:
When the client was in its early stages as an independent, they were
faced with a significant problem of architectural Scalability. Their
system design was quite radical but they lacked the in-house knowledge
to address the issue.
Solution:
The team put together an accelerated solution plan and was onsite
within 2 weeks of the initial call. Using a 60 day work project and
they were able to transform the number of markets served. Client was
able to expand rapidly nationwide and revenue growth resumed at a lower
cost per unit
LG, a Large Tour Operator based in the USA
Problem:
Significant legacy infrastructure. From the onset they had determined a
visionary path forward. The execution of the vision however was not a
simple as initially thought. This resulted in a need to change the
e-commerce strategy and incorporate tighter supply chain links.
Solution:
T2�s team changed the underlying architecture and incorporated state of
the art supply chain and distribution systems back into the design.
During this project T2 acted as an overall consultant for the
Architecture. In addition the team implemented a PMO for the vendors to
interact with the In-house team.
API a leading Payment Service provider in Europe
Problem:
API was looking to expand outside its European base. They needed a
quick guide to the US market so that internal management decisions
could be made.
Solution:
We provided detailed market analysis for beachhead and expansion. The
relationship has continued over many years to encompass other markets.
Islands Group. A collection of Northern Europe based tourism destinations
Problem:
A consistent home market with one stable international source of
visitors had resulted in stagnation and lack of growth. The group had
determined they needed help to broaden the market and increase yield
for the average visitor.
Solution:
Team worked through the education process of Tourism e-commerce. This
included recommendations for a master service system for all the
Tourist offices and affiliated supplier partners. Distribution has been
expanded as a result and continuing efforts for increased services are
adding value to the customer proposition
LV, a Joint Venture of 2 large Casino Groups serving the largest destination market in the world.
Problem:
Where to start and who do we get to do it? The JV came to T2 for total
end to end service. The requirements were to take the core concept and
develop the entire business. The needed everything from strategy to
final execution.
Solution:
Despite the direct impact of 9/11, the build team led by Timothy
O�Neil-Dunne, were able to develop the strategy, Design an integrated
solution for the client. The results have been reflected in significant
revenues for the business but more importantly the generation of
increased profits due to Supply control for the JV partners. T2Impact
completed the entire activity from initial authorization to hand off in
14 months.
PH a tour operator subsidiary of a one of the largest Travel companies in the USA
Problem: Needed to evaluate a new direction in its architecture.
Solution:
T2 was able to quickly assess the situation and provide the necessary
information to the subsidiary and the parent company so that
appropriate action could be taken.
SE, a startup Low Cost Carrier (LCC) based in Europe
Problem. The airline needed an Airline Reservation System to accommodate their needs. Including an early deployment.
Solution:
T2 provided a quick list and enabled the decision for the carrier which
resulted in the Airline online and operating in less than 4 months from
the first phone call.
LM, a major Online Travel Company based in Europe
Problem:
Client needed to address its core transactional infrastructure that was
being affected by scalability and reliability problems. Customers were
consistently being turned away and their workflow resulted in high
purchase flow abandon rates.
Solution:
We restructured the workflow and created short term significant
improvements in the GDS interface. Longer term functional improvements
led to significant increases in gross revenue transactions for the
company.
IG, a European Wintersports operator
Problem:
As a start up the company needed an architecture and implementation
strategy. They also needed operations and infrastructure design
support.
Solution:
The team provided all the necessary services. The company is now
regarded as the leader in European Wintersports specialty operating in
multiple markets.
ED, a Joint venture Spanish-American, in online travel seeking to launch in new markets
Problem:
At the height of the dot com boom had secured funding for an OLT
company. However they lacked execution and Travel Distribution
knowledge.
Solution:
We created the architectural blue print and then worked with CGE&Y
to implement the site which was up and running in 6 months in 2
markets.
T-EU, A major US-EU JV travel intermediary
Problem:
The client was looking to implement an in-country website as its launch
platform for Europe. The initial concept was to use US resources and we
were asked to validate this. Initial plan was running late and they
needed expertise to launch
Solution:
Through swift action we were able to stabilize the process of the site
localization and improve the quality through advising the partners. We
brought in a small team of experts and PMs to troubleshoot the project
and complete the outstanding items.
HZI based in Northern Europe, is a hotel aggregator and intermediary
Problem:
HZI needed to expand outside its home market and needed a complete
assessment of the market opportunity for US expansion.
Solution:
T2 created a small team and working with the client produced a road map
showing requirements and costs. The resulting savings and new direction
have returned great value to the Client and its supply partners.
TS, an online travel company based in Northern Europe was created out of the bankruptcy ruins of a failed .com company.
Problem: How to redefine its strategy to compete within its home market while re-connecting to a severed supply chain.
Solution:
Working closely with the client over a year, we helped the company
re-focuse on short term gains and is now the largest Online Travel
Company it its market. We have provided M&A and tactical consulting
services. T2 has acted as strategic advisor since its inception. |