As an aftermath of the global pandemic COVID-19, most businesses around the globe are facing a downturn. Amongst them, the most hard-hit has been the travel industry.
Most meetings, conferences, trade shows and exhibitions have been cancelled and are now being conducted online. Business travel however, still continues wherever it can’t be avoided.
Have you too been travelling for work during the COVID-19 times? Here are the best practices and things to consider when business takes you to faraway places.
How COVID-19 has changed business travel?
Most companies have deferred non-essential business travel. In cases where it is essential, travel approvals have been made more stringent, and travel and expense policies have been modified. Public information from WHO is being monitored continuously by corporate travel teams to keep employees apprised about the latest developments.
Is air travel safe?
All airlines are taking the utmost precautions to ensure that you reach your destination in a safe and healthy condition. Regular cleaning and disinfection processes, and HEPA filters fitted in most airplanes to clean the surrounding air reduces the possibility of you falling sick by manifolds. However, touching a contaminated surface and then touching your face with it could transfer the virus, and this is something you need to be very careful about. Regular hand washes and sanitization would ensure that you minimize your risk and of those around you.
Tips to stay safe during a flight:
