The New Distribution Capability (NDC), developed by IATA, is a standard that facilitates the transition to modernised distribution of air services in an ever-changing travel environment. Using XML, it enables airlines to deliver more personalised and dynamic offers in line with the latest technology and climate, enriching the shopping experience for travel agents and consumers alike.
New Distribution Capability (NDC) offers travel agents key benefits in the area of finance and ticketing:
- Enriched offers: Access to an extended range of personalised services.
- Customer experience: Solutions better adapted to customer needs.
- Efficiency: Simplification of operations through standardisation, generating new energy in the management of air services.
- Competitiveness: Ability to offer innovative and personalised services.
The NDC API enables airline and travel agency systems to communicate efficiently using the NDC standard. It provides direct, real-time access to fares, availability and services, facilitating flexible, personalized distribution.
IATA NDC is an IATA standard that modernizes the distribution of air services. It enables airlines to propose personalized and enriched offers, improving communication and the customer experience.
- NDC fares: More personalized and dynamic, including ancillary services.
- GDS rates: Standardized and less flexible, limited to base prices and availability.
NDC offers greater personalization than traditional GDS systems.