Published: 24 Feb 2009:SITA has stated that with the rise of social networking over the Internet the days of the simple online flight-booking engine are numbered.
“Web 2.0 technologies will transform airline websites into travel planning portals that go far beyond date and location. By making it faster, easier and more cost-effective to provide real-time content from diverse sources, Web 2.0 technologies meet travellers’ demands for greater information and personalisation,” said Jim Peters, CTO, SITA, as the company marked its 60th anniversary with a look at how technology will change the face of air travel over the next five years.
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