Lacunar process: Without clear ownership or defined governance, considering the impact of local events as always a crucial component of destination validation is a dangerous simplification.
Who is responsible for data collection and their formal integration into the decision process for each type of trip?
An official sign-off is needed; otherwise, it’s just an ad hoc suggestion, not a procedural step.
For a business trip, the availability of meeting rooms and connectivity take precedence, making a local festival secondary, as operational priorities must be established first.
Without this framework, there is a risk of unforeseen costs and unnecessary escalation of issues.