Microsoft and Travelport announced they are teaming together to develop an integrated set of services targeted for the travel industry to address challenges faced by travelers, suppliers and travel agents. Through the collaboration, Microsoft and Travelport will explore the development of services designed to improve the traveler experience and to provide airlines, travel suppliers and travel agencies, including travel management companies (TMCs) and online travel agents (OTAs), with new revenue and cost reduction opportunities, broader distribution reach, and improved customer satisfaction and loyalty. The services are slated for the first quarter of 2009.

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