Global relocation assignments to increase in 2013

Posted on April 29th, 2013
The number of international assignments are expected to increase in 2013.

The number of corporations that send transferees on both short- and long-term global relocation assignments is expected to increase in 2013, as evidenced by the results of a new study.

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Ensure international transferees are properly immunized

Posted on April 26th, 2013
Proper immunizations can help lower transferees' risk of getting ill during their relocation.

Relocating an employee to an international location can provide value to corporations, whether the assignment lasts from a few weeks to several years.

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Starwood Hotels boasts cultural benefits following its one-month relocation to Dubai

Posted on April 15th, 2013
Greater participation in global markets can have several big payoffs for companies.

After sending executives on a one-month global relocation assignment to Dubai, leaders of Starwood Resorts and Hotels highlighted the myriad of cultural and business benefits of the trip that may improve the profitability of the company.

Filed under: International Relocation Services




Report: Western economies face talent shortages in coming years

Posted on April 9th, 2013
Unresolved talent shortages may hold Western economies back.

Many companies across the globe have made hiring new talent a priority, while others still lack a comprehensive talent management plan.

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Safety first: Make sure transferees implement safety measures when moving abroad

Posted on April 1st, 2013
Companies are encouraged to address safety issues with transferees before a global relocation assignment.

Relocating to a foreign country for a job opportunity comes with various perks and benefits.

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Helping children adjust to life in a new country

Posted on March 29th, 2013
Helping children adjust to a relocation through small steps and a great deal of personal attention can make the transition easier.

Adjusting to an international location can be challenging for adults, but children may also be heavily affected by the relocation.

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Tips to help transferees settle in to a new country

Posted on March 27th, 2013
Transferees who make connections in their host country are likely to have a more positive experience.

Most companies help transferees prepare for a global relocation by covering moving costs and working with a relocation management company to assist in the technical aspects of their move.

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Companies sending executives to foreign countries for ‘cultural, educational’ experience

Posted on March 22nd, 2013
More companies may choose to send employees on short-term global relocation assignments to diversify their workforce.

Multinationals are seeking out a variety of ways to better understand the global market in an effort to refine their global mindset and expand the skill set of key executives.

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Face-to-face communication still valued in virtual workplace

Posted on March 20th, 2013
Face-to-face communication still holds strong place in the workplace.

The emergence of the “virtual” workplace has been a growing trend for some time, and many companies and employees value the convenience, cost-savings and quality of life benefits that virtual networks provide.

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Group cohesion and unified company culture drive workplace motivation

Posted on March 20th, 2013
Creating a close company culture ripe with opportunity may boost employee motivation.

As the economy continues to slowly recover and talent shortages remain problematic, many companies are seeking out new strategies to optimize employee motivation, productivity, work satisfaction and retention.

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