Hilton is making payment transactions easier for a hassle-free travel experience with seamless integration of virtual card payment technology. By partnering with Conferma, a leader in virtual card solutions, Hilton has automated the process of adding virtual card details into its property management systems.
This easy payout method across thousands of Hilton properties simplifies and secures payments for corporate travellers, making it much easier than traditional card payments.
How the System Works
When corporate travel bookings are made through Conferma’s platform, a unique virtual card number is generated for each transaction. This number is then securely shared via API with Hilton’s property management systems. This ensures instant payment verification, removing the need for physical cards or manual intervention. The result? A smoother, faster check-in process for business travellers.
Advantages of the Virtual Card System
This innovation delivers several significant benefits:
- Effortless Check-In: Business travellers no longer need to present a physical card. Payment details are already securely loaded into Hilton’s system, ensuring a swift and hassle-free arrival.
- Enhanced Security: Virtual cards reduce the risk of fraud as they are single-use and uniquely tied to each booking. Travel buyers have reported that 79% of them view virtual cards as highly effective in preventing unauthorised access or theft.
- Reduced Administrative Burden: By automating the payment process, the system removes time-consuming tasks such as credit card authorisation forms, improving efficiency for both guests and hotel teams.
- Improved Expense Management: Virtual cards streamline expenses, ensuring greater accuracy and less manual work for corporate finance teams and travel managers.
Industry Leadership and Impact
This smooth transaction initiative establishes Hilton as a leader in redefining corporate travel. According to Hilton’s senior vice president, Frank Passanante, this innovation reflects the company’s commitment to delivering a modern, seamless experience for its guests. The move also addresses the increasing demand for digital-first, frictionless travel experiences.
Jason Lalor, CEO of Conferma, emphasised how this collaboration is setting new standards in corporate travel payments, enhancing convenience and security for all stakeholders—travellers, corporate finance teams, travel managers, and hoteliers alike.
Endorsements from Corporate Clients
Corporate partners have already praised the new system. For instance:
- National Corporate Housing highlighted how the new system enhances guest check-ins, reduces the administrative burden for agents, and makes payment more efficient.
- American Express Global Business Travel commended Hilton for providing more flexibility and convenience through virtual payment solutions, enhancing both security and overall guest satisfaction.
Hilton’s adoption of virtual card technology is a game-changer for corporate travel, offering a faster, more secure, and seamless payment experience. By integrating this system globally, Hilton continues to elevate its commitment to customer care and innovation.
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