In the fast-paced world of corporate travel, executive assistants (EAs) are the unsung heroes who make sure every trip runs smoothly. But what if we told you that their day-to-day feedback actually sparked the creation of a SAAS platform now used by limo services around the world?
It All Started with an Airport Limo Service
Back in 2006, Cars on Demand, a premium airport limo service, made a bold move: it brought its booking system online. Initially, it was just about convenience. But then, something amazing happened.
Executive assistants and personal assistants (PAs) across the country began using the system — and they didn’t just use it; they helped transform it.
Real Feedback, Real Features
Week after week, executive assistants offered feedback on how to improve the booking process. Their suggestions were practical, insightful, and deeply aligned with the needs of corporate travel. Here are just a few examples of how their ideas shaped the product:
- “My boss usually goes to the same places.”
➝ Feature built: Favorite locations - “Can I click on an old trip and rebook it again?”
➝ Feature built: Trip replication - “Can I send myself the tax invoice?”
➝ Feature built: One-click invoice email - “Can I get a consolidated invoice to save on printing?”
➝ Feature built: Monthly consolidated tax invoices - “Can I make last-minute changes close to pick-up time?”
➝ Feature built: Editable bookings up to an hour before pickup - “Can I track my boss or VIP in real-time?”
➝ Feature built: In-app live tracking - “Can my guest traveler track the car without downloading an app?”
➝ Feature built: SMS tracking links
And it doesn’t stop there. Soon, bulk upload of bookings — another request from assistants — will become a reality.
From Airport Transfers to Tech Triumph
Over time, the platform became so robust that it attracted the attention of a SAAS startup. Recognizing its potential, the startup acquired the system and turned it into a scalable software-as-a-service platform for other limo companies.
Today, what started as an airport limo service tool is now a full-fledged SAAS solution that powers limo fleets globally — all thanks to the smart, detail-oriented insights of executive assistants.
A Call to All EAs and PAs
This story is a testament to how small suggestions can lead to big changes. If you’re an executive assistant using a booking tool or managing travel logistics, don’t underestimate the power of your feedback. You might just be shaping the next big innovation in travel tech.
At the intersection of executive support and airport limo service, a revolution quietly unfolded — and it all began with a few smart questions and a commitment to doing things better.
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