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Mastering NDC #2: Streamlining Payments for Travel Sellers

At Accelya, we understand that navigating New Distribution Capability (NDC) can sometimes feel complex. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to optimize your implementation, our goal is to provide the insights, tools, and support you need to succeed. By addressing common challenges, travel sellers can fully leverage NDC’s benefits and create a more seamless booking experience.

One of the most frequent hurdles in NDC payment processing is CVV requirements at the time of booking. Many corporate travel sellers rely on company-issued cards that they don’t have direct access to, making CVV entry a challenge.

How to Overcome This issue

The good news? CVV entry isn’t an inherent limitation of NDC. In many cases, this requirement is simply a default setting within payment gateways. Assuming there’s no liability or security risk, airlines and sellers can adjust these settings to remove CVV entry and streamline transactions.

Pro Tip

The majority of Accelya airlines do not require CVV at the time of booking, ensuring a smoother and more efficient transaction process. If an airline does require it, we recommend opening a conversation with your airline partner. This adjustment can be made in minutes and can significantly improve the booking experience.

Stay tuned for Tip #3: Maximizing Value – Redeeming Unused Ticket Credits, where we’ll explore how travel sellers can optimize ticket credit redemption and minimize financial loss due to policy inconsistencies.

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