In an era where migration levels are reaching unprecedented heights, the United States continues to top the list of the most desired destinations for potential migrants worldwide. Gallup’s latest global migration data reveals that 18% of those who wish to move permanently would choose the...
The San Francisco Bay Area, often heralded as the epicenter of global innovation, continues to lead the charge in technology, entrepreneurship, and venture capital. A recent conversation hosted by the Bay Area Council during APEC 2023 provided a window into the ecosystem’s evolution, its challenges,...
In this shifting landscape, finding skilled professionals across borders has become a top challenge. Deloitte’s 2024 Global Workforce Trends report reveals that 71% of CEOs rank talent shortages as their primary obstacle to reaching business objectives. As a solution, companies increasingly depend on contingent workers...
In today’s competitive landscape, companies are constantly refining their approaches to recruitment, employee development, and retention. Two critical tools in this effort are the competency matrix and the skills matrix—frameworks that help businesses assess and leverage talent strategically. Though similar in design, these matrices serve different...
In today’s data-driven business environment, industries like tech and retail gather vast amounts of data to enhance customer experiences, refine products, and optimize marketing. Similarly, global mobility professionals can use a data-driven approach to build stronger, more effective teams across borders. Managing a globally mobile workforce...
As companies increasingly mandate a return to the office, the prevailing argument is that being physically present fosters connection, collaboration, and a sense of belonging—key ingredients that many leaders believe are essential for team cohesion. The expectation is that in-person work will spark spontaneous interactions...
As the world continues to adapt to unprecedented challenges, the landscape of global mobility is evolving at a pace unlike ever before. In 2024, the global mobility sector is poised to face new complexities driven by technological advancements, shifting employee attitudes, and geopolitical upheavals. The...
With the resurgence of global mobility post-COVID-19, businesses are being challenged to align their benefits strategies with the new world of work and evolving employee expectations. Driven by the need to attract and retain talent across borders, companies are reshaping their benefits to be more...
In today’s fast-paced work environment, effective time and attendance tracking is more than just an administrative task—it’s the backbone of smooth HR operations that global mobility specialists should be aware of, because they involve tracking payroll, compliance with labor laws, and keeping the workforce motivated....
As the world emerges from the pandemic, the future of work remains a hotly debated topic. While many employees embrace the newfound flexibility of remote work, some companies in Northern California are not as eager to leave the traditional office behind. Despite the allure of...