Global Distribution System
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Hospitality and Catering
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University
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Hard
Jay Austin
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34 Slides • 27 Questions
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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.
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Open Ended
How do you think the evolution of Global Distribution Systems (GDS) has impacted the way travel services are accessed and delivered today?
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Multiple Select
Which of the following are considered premier global distribution systems? (May Choose multiple answers)
Amadeus
Galileo
Sabre
Worldspan
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Open Ended
Based on the diagram, what role do travel suppliers play in the GDS ecosystem?
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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
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Open Ended
Explain how the evolution of Computer Reservation Systems (CRS) led to the development of Global Distribution Systems (GDS).
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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
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Open Ended
Explain how CRSs contribute to principals’ profitability and long-term prosperity in the tourism industry.
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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
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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
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Open Ended
Describe the process by which a customer’s reservation is made through the hotel distribution system.
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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.
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Open Ended
List and briefly explain the four types of travel providers served by Amadeus.
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Multiple Select
Which of the following are considered travel buyers according to Amadeus?
Corporations
Travel Agencies
Travellers
Hotels
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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
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Open Ended
Explain how the Galileo Integrated Data Source helps customers manage travel budgets and business operations.
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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)
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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
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Type answer...
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Open Ended
Describe the role of Sabre in transforming the business of travel over the past 40 years.
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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
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Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT a Global Distribution System (GDS) mentioned in the session?
Amadeus
Galileo
Sabre
Expedia
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Open Ended
What is one key takeaway you have learned about Global Distribution Systems (GDS) from this session?
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