Press Release
Carlson Wagonlit Travel Teams with iJET for Enhanced Global Safety and Security Programs
London - October 25, 2005 - Business travel management company Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) has signed a reseller agreement with iJET Intelligent Risk Systems, a leading provider of enterprise risk management technology, to provide enhanced safety and security products and services globally. The partnership was announced on Monday at the ACTE (Association for Corporate Travel Executives) Global Education Conference.
CWT will expand its core safety and security offering with new tools designed to monitor risk, prepare and protect corporate travelers, and respond to life-threatening incidents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Clients who opt for CWT's new safety and security services will benefit from an integrated offering of CWT and iJET capabilities. They will have immediate access to an advanced threat-monitoring system, 24x7 reporting on individual exposures, as well as the ability to communicate with affected travelers.Loren Brown, global chief information officer for CWT, said, "Recent world events underscore the necessity for an integrated travel risk management solution. We're confident that iJET's unique suite of services will help our clients respond even more effectively to the unpredictable aspects of today's travel environment."
Marty Pfinsgraff, chief operating officer for iJET, added, "We're proud to be working with Carlson Wagonlit Travel. Their commitment to security services, legacy of customer satisfaction and global reach is noteworthy. By providing a seamless solution to CWT clients, we can help support them in their risk management and emergency response objectives."
CWT will demonstrate its new safety and security suite of services at the ACTE Global Education Conference through Tuesday, October 25.
About Carlson Wagonlit Travel
Carlson Wagonlit Travel is a world leader in business travel management partnering with large corporations, small- and medium-sized companies, and government institutions. CWT designs and implements superior travel management programs for clients based upon its recognized consulting expertise, strong purchasing power, technological prowess, and consistent delivery of high-quality service. CWT has operations in more than 145 countries and services 60 of the world's 100 largest companies. Annual sales of $19 billion are generated under the Carlson Wagonlit Travel brand. The company is co-owned by Paris-based Accor group and Minneapolis-based Carlson Companies. For more information, visit www.carlsonwagonlit.com.
About iJET Intelligent Risk Systems
iJET Intelligent Risk Systems is a leader in business resiliency, helping multinational corporations and government organizations monitor, protect against and respond to global threats. Integrating world-class open source intelligence with patented technology, iJET’s award-winning Worldcue® solutions help clients monitor and assess global threats relative to their key people, facilities and supply chain assets; automatically track and communicate with travelers and expatriates; and deploy emergency response services throughout the world at a moment's notice. Providing a unified view of threats to assets, iJET enables clients to mitigate risks, reduce corporate liability and prepare for and respond to business disruptions.
