Why Use A Destination Management Company?

It’s a fair question – why would you use a destination management company when you could plan everything yourself?

Besides saving you time and providing proven exceptional experiences for your guests, a destination management company gives you Peace of Mind. Why is that important? Ever heard of Murphy’s Law???

Here’s the story:

Murphy’s Law was originally named for Captain Edward A. Murphy, an engineer working at Edwards Air Force Base in 1949 who had wired a transducer incorrectly. The initial quote was “If there is any way to do it wrong, he’ll find it.” Aerospace manufacturers picked it up, as did magazines and newspapers and Murphy’s Law was born. Today we see it as things beyond our control that inevitably happen at the worst possible moment.

As a destination management company, our life revolves around preparing for Murphy’s Law. We have a sixth sense when it comes to things changing at the last minute or happening at the worst possible moment. It’s made us the “what if” experts.

After 25+ years in the business, we have experienced our fair share of challenges. From unexpected weather, to roofless events, to construction delays, it’s just a matter of time before something unforeseen happens. As a DMC our job is much more than planning for all to go well: It’s being able to maneuver quickly in the face of the unexpected.

So, when you are deciding why use a destination management company, be sure to look at the big picture. Meeting planners today face more challenges than ever and the demands on their time are growing while resources continue to be cut. Having a destination management company on your side is an effective tool to tame Murphy’s Law and minimize your exposure.