We often think of a new year as a clean slate, a time for new beginnings. Our own Rob Greyber, senior vice president of Egencia, pens an Op-Ed for Business Travel News Online outlining what he believes will be the business travel trends for 2009.

It may not all doom and gloom in this challenging economy, as Greyber points out that business travelers will likely see relief in air fares, hotel and car rates as demand weakens. In additon, he feels suppliers will be bring additional value to companies committed to supporting their services and increasing demand.

Read: Op-Ed: Turbulent '09 Nevertheless Will Offer Savings Opportunities