Which system component is used to enter travel preferences in DTS?

The Travel Profile is integral to the Defense Travel System (DTS) as it allows users to input and manage their personal travel preferences. This profile includes preferences related to transportation modes, lodging choices, and per diem rates, enabling the system to generate travel orders that align with the traveler’s specific needs and comfort. By maintaining an updated Travel Profile, users ensure that their travel arrangements reflect their individual preferences, which can significantly enhance the overall travel experience and streamline the booking process.

Other components of the DTS, such as the Expense Report, Travel Order, and Per Diem Calculator, serve different functions: expense reports are used to document and claim expenses incurred during travel, travel orders articulate the details and authorization of the trip, and the per diem calculator helps determine the appropriate rate of daily expenses based on location and duration of travel. However, they do not serve the same role as the Travel Profile in relation to personal travel preferences.