{"id":2114,"date":"2014-12-10T23:00:08","date_gmt":"2014-12-10T13:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mtatravel.com.au\/?p=2114"},"modified":"2019-11-04T23:03:23","modified_gmt":"2019-11-04T13:03:23","slug":"qantas-to-invite-domestic-customers-to-check-in-via-sms-with-new-service","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mtatravel.com.au\/qantas-to-invite-domestic-customers-to-check-in-via-sms-with-new-service\/","title":{"rendered":"Qantas to Invite Domestic Customers to Check-In Via SMS with New Service"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>From today Qantas will begin rolling out a new Auto Check-in service that invites customers via their own device to complete check-in and access their boarding pass in three simple clicks.<\/p>\n<p>Designed to streamline travel for domestic passengers, the new technology aims to improve the experience of customers not already taking advantage of check-in via qantas.com or enjoying the convenience of the Qantas app.<\/p>\n<p>The new digital innovation is part of Qantas\u2019 ongoing investment in customer service and driven by demand for a quick and seamless airport experience.<\/p>\n<p>The technology initiates check-in for customers while also allowing them to view or change their seat and flight.<\/p>\n<p>Qantas Domestic Head of Customer Strategy Philip Capps said Auto Check-in is a result of Qantas\u2019 drive to simplify people\u2019s journey.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur Auto Check-in technology is an evolution of an already world class system that simplifies the check-in process for time-poor customers on the go,\u201d said Mr Capps.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt means for the millions of smartphone users flying with Qantas, just by opening a text message or an email link, they\u2019re only a few clicks away from completing check-in and receiving their boarding pass.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt also means customers get more time to relax in the lounge or head straight to the gate without needing to print a paper boarding pass.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe know our customers value choice and flexibility so we have also designed Auto Check-in to include seat and flight change options, ensuring customers can tailor their journey and are effectively \u2018ready to fly\u2019 before leaving home or work.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cQantas has a history of innovation in streamlining the customer journey with innovations including check-in via QCard Readers, our Next Generation kiosks and our Q Bag Tags. Auto Check-in is another example of how we are meeting the ever evolving needs of our customers to deliver a leading travel experience.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>How works:<\/p>\n<p>Step 1: When booking a flight, customers will need to provide a mobile phone number. If not supplied, the email address attached to the booking will be used.<\/p>\n<p>Step 2: On the day of travel or the night before, the customer will receive an SMS\/email asking if they\u2019re still planning to take the flight.<\/p>\n<p>Step 3: After confirming they are not travelling with Dangerous Goods, customers will receive their boarding pass on their phone.\u00a0 All other customers will be referred to a Customer Service Agent at the airport to complete their check-in.<\/p>\n<p>Customers wishing to check bags can simply scan their mobile boarding pass at the Bag Drop.<\/p>\n<p>Auto Check-in will be rolled out in phases across the domestic network to selected customers from this week through to completion in early 2015. The first routes to use Auto Check-in will include:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Sydney \u2013 Darwin<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Sydney \u2013 Adelaide<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Sydney &#8211; Perth<\/p>\n<p>All existing technology and face-to-face check-in services will remain available for all travellers.<\/p>\n<p>Currently, customers can check-in via the Qantas app or qantas.com 24 hours before their flight \u2013 allowing them to select their seat and access their boarding pass before arriving at the airport.<\/p>\n<p>Customers will still have the option to check-in via the customer service desk or kiosks at the airport.<\/p>\n<p>For more information on the Auto Check-in Service visit qantas.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From today Qantas will begin rolling out a new Auto Check-in service that invites customers via their own device to complete check-in and access their boarding pass in three simple clicks. 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