Global Distribution System

Multiple Choice

What is the significance of Global Distribution Systems (GDS) in the travel and tourism industry?

• They help manage hotel reservations only.

• They facilitate the distribution and booking of travel products worldwide.

• They are used exclusively for airline ticketing.

• They are a type of payment gateway.

Open Ended

How do you think the evolution of Global Distribution Systems (GDS) has impacted the way travel services are accessed and delivered today?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are considered premier global distribution systems? (May Choose multiple answers)

• Amadeus

• Galileo

• Sabre

• Worldspan

Open Ended

Based on the diagram, what role do travel suppliers play in the GDS ecosystem?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of a Global Distribution System (GDS)?

• Reporting availability and prices of travel products

• Reserving user requests

• Providing in-room entertainment for hotels

• Facilitating control management for travel agencies

Open Ended

Explain how the evolution of Computer Reservation Systems (CRS) led to the development of Global Distribution Systems (GDS).

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a real benefit of having GDS for hoteliers?

• Limited distribution channels

• Round-the-clock bookings

• No global connectivity

• High operational costs

Open Ended

Explain how CRSs contribute to principals’ profitability and long-term prosperity in the tourism industry.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are benefits provided by CRSs according to the slides?

• Flexible pricing and capacity alterations

• Competitive commission rates

• Reduction in communication costs

• Direct access to customers

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of a CRS in E-Tourism as described in the slides?

• Managing inventory of a tourism enterprise

• Distributing inventory electronically to remote sales offices

• Reducing communication costs

• Providing direct access to customers to ensure lower cost

Open Ended

Describe the process by which a customer’s reservation is made through the hotel distribution system.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the dual role of Amadeus in the travel industry?

• It only connects travel providers with travel agencies.

• It provides IT solutions for travel providers and agencies.

• It acts as a distribution platform and provides IT solutions for travel providers.

• It only manages reservations and inventory for travel agencies.

Open Ended

List and briefly explain the four types of travel providers served by Amadeus.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are considered travel buyers according to Amadeus?

• Corporations

• Travel Agencies

• Travellers

• Hotels

Multiple Choice

Which product offered by Galileo is designed to help agents check all electronic tickets issued via Galileo?

• Galileo Desktop 2.0

• Galileo e-Tracker

• Travel port Smart point

• Galileo Global Reservation

Open Ended

Explain how the Galileo Integrated Data Source helps customers manage travel budgets and business operations.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a comprehensive online travel resource that provides agencies and their customers with direct access to personal travel itinerary and electronic ticket records?

• Travel port View Trip

• Galileo Integrated Data Source

• Travel port e-Pricing

• Automated Exchanges and Refunds (ARNE)

Multiple Select

Select all the features that are automated by Travel port Rapid RE price and Automated Exchanges and Refunds (ARNE).

• Re-pricing tickets

• Building new fares

• Validating change penalties

• Managing travel itineraries

Open Ended

Describe the role of Sabre in transforming the business of travel over the past 40 years.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a key capability of Sabre-Marketing & Planning?

• Market analysis and scheduling

• Cargo management

• Reservation and ticketing

• Revenue accounting

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a Global Distribution System (GDS) mentioned in the session?

• Amadeus

• Galileo

• Sabre

• Expedia

Open Ended

What is one key takeaway you have learned about Global Distribution Systems (GDS) from this session?