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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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The Challenges of International Corporate Relocation

The international corporate relocation process can be a daunting venture. It requires extensive planning and coordination to get employees to their new home country. For growing companies, relocating employees abroad has become an all-too-familiar task. From efficient shipping protocols to secure job placement services upon arrival, the complexities of the global mobility process must involve a strategic approach. For this reason, today, we will discuss the challenges of international corporate relocation. We will assess the steps you need to take to overcome these challenges to get employees from point A to point B seamlessly. Learn more!

Michael Barone April 25, 2023

Talent Mobility Technology for 2023 and Beyond

Technology trends continue to shape the 2023 workplace and workforce. Companies need to rethink their talent mobility strategies to respond effectively within the new parameters of workplaces. Companies can more easily expand their organizations to meet market demands without restrictions or needs for solely geographically-limited talent.

Opening a division in a new location requires knowledgeable employees to be at the site to ensure processes are followed, and procedures are in place to match corporate requirements. A visual meeting platform like Zoom might work for meeting purposes. Still, it could be logistically challenging for an employee to conduct a factory tour or examine manufacturing processes in detail over a Zoom call.

Kimberly Chacon April 18, 2023

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What Are The Benefits of Outsourcing Global Relocation Programs?

What are the benefits of outsourcing global relocation programs? For companies that have steady moving needs, there are many benefits to outsourcing this strategic function. Most learn they need to gain the knowledge and experience to manage talent mobility with in-house resources effectively. Outsourcing this critical activity provides them access to the industry’s best practices and thought leadership that will help their company’s international relocation program achieve success with virtually all relocation assignments.

There are five distinct benefits clients can gain from outsourcing their global relocation services with a trusted relocation management company (RMC):

Christina Urrutia April 12, 2023

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Reducing Moving Costs Through Government Relocation Incentives

A lot goes into the relocation process, from the home sale and purchase costs, movers to travel funds, and even food and temporary housing costs come into play. Even if the new job does not offer the employee relocation benefits, it might not be the end of the opportunity just yet.

Many U.S. cities and states offer relocation incentive programs to take advantage of. Corporate relocation state subsidy programs are designed to help cover the cost for people moving for a job opportunity. Depending on the program, these incentives may apply to the entire state, region, or city. Here are some cities with the best relocation programs, with many of the programs focused on enticing remote workers in today’s new normal.

John Fernandez | CRP, GMS, SSB April 4, 2023

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2023 Real Estate Trends: States People Are Moving to and Why?

Relocating for professional or personal reasons can be an excellent decision for both. New beginnings bring new opportunities to advance your career or grow yourself in a new destination. For 2023, we will use real estate trends to predict which states people will migrate to.

But before we start to look at which states are drawing new people in, let’s review some of the significant factors in why people are looking for a relocation change

Jules Matz | AHWD, ABR, CNE, CRP, GRI March 29, 2023

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5 Terms to Include in a Competitive Relocation Package

Companies who are asking talent to relocate for a position should look into offering employee relocation packages. These packages help offset the stress of moving by providing financial assistance and corporate housing so that the employee can relocate as seamlessly as possible.

While every company has different opinions on what should and should not be covered regarding talent mobility, a few basic policies should be included in every relocation package. Here are five terms to make your company’s relocation package appealing to applicants so that they cannot refuse your offer:

Sam Hoey | CRP, GMS March 22, 2023

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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…

John Fernandez | CRP, GMS, SSB March 15, 2023

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:

Christina Urrutia March 8, 2023

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.

Tamara Molino | CRP, GMS March 1, 2023

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Looking for something else?

The Challenges of International Corporate Relocation

Talent Mobility Technology for 2023 and Beyond

What Are The Benefits of Outsourcing Global Relocation Programs?

Reducing Moving Costs Through Government Relocation Incentives

2023 Real Estate Trends: States People Are Moving to and Why?

5 Terms to Include in a Competitive Relocation Package

Cost-Effective Strategies for Managing Employee Relocations

Want to Work Abroad? Here’s How to Get Recruited Internationally

Relocation Technology: Trends Changing the Global Mobility Industry

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