Temporary housing has become a strategic pressure point in global mobility programs, sitting at the intersection of cost control, duty of care, and employee experience. As housing markets tighten and relocation budgets face greater scrutiny, organizations are rethinking how they design and govern temporary living...
Relocating for a new role is more than just a move; it’s a life change. For employees and employers alike, a successful transition is often the difference between thriving in a new environment and struggling through it. This is where corporate housing emerges as a...
In today's dynamic business landscape, global mobility professionals face increasing pressure to optimize travel and relocation programs while ensuring employee satisfaction and cost efficiency. Recent industry studies reveal that unmanaged business travel and relocation can cost companies significantly more than managed programs, both in direct...
After the COVID-19 pandemic upended our world, many industries have been forever changed – for better or for worse – by the impact of the coronavirus. However, a recent 2021 study proved that mobile workers are undeterred. It said 80% of workers would relocate even...
Covid-19 has made many workers think of relocating, which should be fine in most cases but not when it’s unexpected and the environment brought about by the pandemic has become more challenging. Global mobility managers should be able to help professionals make the adjustment in this...
News reports for the past few months have painted a dim view of California, suggesting a mass exodus was transpiring due to the pandemic. But in a recent research study released by the nonpartisan California Policy Lab -- a data-driven insights organization working for the...
One of our blogs had discussed the importance of creating a culture of care for employees and assignees, especially during these troubled times. Despite the hundred-mile distance formed by work-from-home scenarios, they have to be able to feel and sense that the organization---and the global...
If your talent is thinking of moving to northern California, it’s common knowledge that some companies will usually shoulder some of relocation expenses. But there’s a difference lately. A lot more planning and preparation has come into play. Employees are spending more time educating themselves...
Assignees with new hires or transferring employees should be aware of any issues related to pet ownership as it may relate to a possible relocation; if not, it can ask pre-decision services for help. In pandemic times, pet owners face unique challenges. The American Pet Products...
The total flight duration from Sydney, Australia to San Francisco is 15 hours and 20 minutes. If one is used to being tethered to their laptops most of their working hours, the long arduous flight time would be pretty much idle time once the laptop’s...