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The relocation experts at Global Mobility Solutions offer insight on top mobility challenges and industry trends. Learn important tips such as the benefits of benchmarking your relocation policy every 12 to 18 months and the importance of choosing the right relocation technology. We also present industry best practices and helpful information for companies and their employees on everything relating to relocation, including visa and immigration issues, learning new languages and culture, and finding a new home.

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Cost-Effective Strategies for Managing Employee Relocations

It’s no secret that relocating an employee is a costly endeavor. Creating global teams for your business can be highly beneficial. However, you might lose money on the project if you fail to play your cards right. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed with all the expenses you encounter during this process. There is so much to account for when managing employee relocations. Just a few of these things would be…

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MIchael Hughes March 15, 2023
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Want to Work Abroad? Here’s How to Get Recruited Internationally

Zoom Towns is the term used where a town or city is seeing an increase in population from digital nomads. Digital nomads are remote employees who live in a particular area but work in towns, states, or even countries away. International relocation is not easy, though. One does not simply pack their bag and leave for a new country on a whim. There are lots of factors to consider. Where to live, internet connection, visa and immigration concerns, and more.

But for those who have their heart set on taking an international relocation assignment, here are some things to think about when putting the wheels in motion to do so:

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Christina Urrutia March 8, 2023
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Relocation Technology: Trends Changing the Global Mobility Industry

Modern technology has changed every industry. For the most part, each sector can use technology to its advantage and provide a more seamless customer experience. The relocation industry is no different. Relocation management companies (RMC) each have relocation technology that they try to utilize.

There are different apps, programs, and systems that RMCs can deploy to their customers. But when taking a bid from an RMC to provide your company with global mobility programs, it is essential to ask about their technology specifically. Ask the RMC to provide you with a list of advantages on how their tech tools can help get your employees from point A to point B.

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Tamara Molino | CRP, GMS March 1, 2023

Money Management Tips for Relocating to a New City

Whatever the reason, relocating for a job from a new company (or promotion from your current company), there is no doubt that finances will be top of mind. The first thing that must be kept in mind is that moving can be expensive if the company does not offer corporate relocation assistance. When interviewing for a position in a different state or country, be sure to get crystal clear explanations of what type of global mobility benefits are provided. But even after making the move official, there will still be money management skills that should be practiced. Here are a few financial tips when considering the relocation costs for a domestic move or an international assignment.

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Sam Hoey | CRP, GMS February 14, 2023
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Supply Chains Looking to Normalize

Supply chain management has been turbulent over the last two years. However, the outlook for 2023 is improving. The Logistics Managers’ Index reports that by September, a return to regular operations is forecasted by the following year.

While there have been substantial improvements in international transportation capacity, industry experts caution that the recovery’s speed may take some optimism from people but that things are going in the right direction. In the United States, for example, raw materials and components may still need to be secured by some companies.

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Jules Matz | AHWD, ABR, CNE, CRP, GRI February 7, 2023
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Many Ocean Shipping Lines Are Moving to Aircraft

The three dominant European container shipping companies (AP Moeller-Maersk, CMA CGM Group, and Mediterranean Shipping Co.) have primarily avoided airfreight, feeling that it is an expensive distraction from their core businesses of operating giant vessels, container terminals, and related logistics operations around the world. However, executives claim that many customers are now opting for air shipping because it is more cost-effective and reliable. Maersk, the world’s largest container shipping company, began an air cargo division in April last year and now has a fleet of 15 planes. Learn more.

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Jules Matz | AHWD, ABR, CNE, CRP, GRI January 31, 2023
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HR’s Role in Managing Employee Relocation

In most cases, the HR team is responsible for working with relocation services providers to work with the company to assist moving employees who accept a relocation assignment. HR teams will usually be in charge of getting quotes from relocation management companies (RMC), then working with the chosen RMC to set up the global mobility benefits that employees can utilize. If not taken care of properly, a lousy relocation process can hinder the hiring or retaining of skilled employees. A competitive and comprehensive relocation package is necessary to encourage employees to accept domestic and international relocation assignments.

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Christina Urrutia January 24, 2023
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What to Expect for Rent Prices Moving into 2023

Rental demand will remain strong due to rising mortgage rates and homeownership costs, which will stop many people from being able to enter the buyer’s market in the new year. This forces many would-be homebuyers to remain in the rental market, signing leases through 2023 and beyond, exacerbating an already high-demanded rental market.

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Jules Matz | AHWD, ABR, CNE, CRP, GRI January 17, 2023
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How Relocation Management Software Can Help Streamline Your Company’s Move

Relocation Management Software can streamline the moving process for workers across town or the country. Moreover, with the right solution, you can reduce the time and money spent on moving while being more efficient. Furthermore, relocation management software can help you find the best movers and estimate the costs associated with your relocation. Therefore, if you need help with relocation, here is how relocation management software can help streamline your company’s move.

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Sam Hoey | CRP, GMS January 10, 2023
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