Darktrace Selects Navan to Transform Travel Management
Darktrace selects Navan to modernise its global travel program as the company accelerates international growth. Navan (NASDAQ: NAVN), an AI-powered business travel and expense platform, will provide a unified solution for bookings, payments, and expense management.
Meanwhile, Darktrace, a global leader in AI-driven cybersecurity, aims to streamline fragmented travel processes and improve employee experience. As in-person collaboration becomes more important, the company requires a scalable and cost-efficient travel solution.
“As Darktrace accelerates its expansion, in-person collaboration is critical,” said David Smith, Chief People Officer at Darktrace. “Navan’s inventory and user experience will ensure our teams and customers can easily connect, while we can maintain financial control.”
Why Darktrace Selected Navan
As the UK-based cybersecurity firm grows, Darktrace sought to consolidate global travel operations. Previously, fragmented booking systems created administrative burden and low adoption rates. In fact, historic adoption levels dropped as low as 35%.
Therefore, Darktrace selected Navan to simplify bookings, improve compliance, and increase platform usage. With access to rail content and expanded global inventory, adoption is expected to exceed 95%. As a result, the organization anticipates better visibility and stronger cost management.
Expected Benefits of the Partnership
1. Cost Savings
Darktrace is targeting annual savings of more than £1 million. These savings will come from removing offline booking fees and securing more competitive pricing.
2. Higher Adoption
By offering a seamless booking experience and broader inventory access, Navan is expected to drive adoption rates above 95%. Consequently, Darktrace can gain full visibility into employee travel activity.
3. Operational Efficiency
Navan’s integrated virtual payment cards will automate flight and hotel payments. In addition, reconciliation processes will become faster and more accurate. This allows finance teams to close books quickly and forecast spending trends with confidence.
AI-Powered Travel Platform for Enterprise Growth
Navan’s unified, AI-powered platform provides a single global solution for travel and payments. Moreover, its built-in automation reduces friction in booking and expense management.
“Navan is proud to help Darktrace modernize its global travel program,” said Michael Riegel, Chief Customer Officer at Navan. “By removing the friction from inventory access and payments, we expect that Darktrace will achieve the high adoption rates needed for total visibility into its travel program.”
The partnership further strengthens Navan’s enterprise presence. Notably, other multinational organizations such as Axel Springer, Frasers Group, and Yahoo also rely on Navan’s platform.
Overall, as Darktrace selects Navan, the company positions itself for more efficient global travel management, improved financial oversight, and scalable growth.
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