In the wake of the world trying to regain normalcy during the pandemic, business travel is witnessing a significant revival. This could expose many employees travelling for work to potential health risks. Alarmingly, a 2023 study reveals that 40% of organizations lack a formal written business travel policy. Even in firms with established travel policies, compliance hovers only around 60%.
Healthcare professionals Anuja Agrawal and Mary Miller Sallah take centre stage with their new publication, “Check-Up, Check-In: Why Business Travel Strategies Should Prioritize Employee Health And Wellness.” Their mission: revamp the status quo and highlight the importance of incorporating health and wellness into corporate travel policies.
With years of experience in the healthcare sector, working with Fortune 500 companies, accumulating air miles, and frequenting hotels in different parts of the world, Agrawal and Miller Sallah are uniquely qualified to address this topic. Their shared experiences have inspired them to advocate for an essential shift in mindset, which they believe is overdue. Their book is a clarion call for companies to focus on healthier and safer employee travel experiences, using lessons from the recent global health crisis.
The authors argue that integrating wellness into travel strategies improves employee health, adds to the organizational culture, and positively impacts the bottom line. They write, “A deliberate focus on health and well-being in every aspect of business travel reflects a value and culture of care. This culture promotes an empowering environment for employees and stimulates economic growth for the company.”
“Check-Up, Check-In” dives deep into a variety of essential topics, providing actionable insights on:
- The influence of business travel on employee health
- Potential health and safety risks during business travel
- Supporting business travellers with accessibility needs or chronic health conditions
- An organization’s responsibilities towards its travelling employees
- A Seven-step Guide to Formulating and Executing a health-centric travel policy
- Why and how organizations can exceed the bare minimum responsibilities towards employee health and wellness
Agrawal and Miller Sallah invite businesses to rethink their approach to corporate travel, making it safer, healthier, and more human-centric. Their book is a comprehensive guide that provides robust recommendations to leverage the power of health and wellness in business travel. You can find this insightful publication online at Amazon Australia.
Written by: Don Power
