January 27, 2026
Global mobility
Why Lump Sums Didn’t Die in 2026 – They Just Got Smarter
The world of global mobility is more dynamic and fast-paced than ever before. Companies are moving talent across borders to fuel growth, fill critical skill gaps, and strengthen their competitive edge. At the heart of this whirlwind? The ever-evolving toolkit employers use to relocate their employees. For years, industry observers speculated that the humble “lump […]
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January 27, 2026
Global mobility
The Year Short-Term Assignments Finally Got Proper Policies
It’s no secret that businesses have gone global—and so have their people. But even as remote work and international assignments surged, one aspect kept tripping up HR teams: short-term assignments. Sound familiar? If you’re navigating the maze of short-duration postings, 2026 could be your turning point. This is the year the industry finally woke up […]
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January 27, 2026
Global mobility
What 2026 Taught Us About Immigration Backlogs and Lead Times
Before we dive into numbers and trends, let’s set the stage. Immigration backlogs aren’t new, but the post-pandemic surge in relocations and shifting workforce priorities threw gasoline on the fire. By 2026, countries like the United States, Canada, and Germany saw years-long waits for employment-based visas, directly impacting companies’ ability to compete. According to Migration […]
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January 13, 2026
Global mobility
How Sustainability Quietly Entered the Global Mobility Conversation in 2026
Remember when ‘sustainability’ was just a buzzword, more likely found in environmental reports than boardroom discussions about international assignments? Fast forward to 2026, and it’s woven into the very fabric of global mobility solutions. But why did sustainability—traditionally an environmental or corporate social responsibility (CSR) concern—suddenly become a priority for organizations moving talent around the […]
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January 13, 2026
Global mobility
What the 2025–26 Employee Mobility Surveys Told Us About ‘Yes’ vs ‘No’ to Relocation
Ever wondered what truly persuades an employee to say “yes” or “no” to a relocation offer? As the race for global talent intensifies, organizations everywhere are realizing that employee mobility is more than just moving people from A to B. It’s now a strategic lever for business growth, talent retention, and diversification. The latest 2025-26 […]
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January 13, 2026
Global mobility
Where People Actually Moved in 2026: Destinations on the Rise (and Decline)
Picture this: we’re already past 2026, and the world map of migration looks nothing like it did a decade ago. As companies embrace global hiring and employees chase new adventures, where people actually move is shifting in surprising ways. Whether you’re managing talent mobility for a multinational, or you’re just curious about the next global […]
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January 13, 2026
Global mobility
Shadow Payroll, Social Security and the New Compliance Baseline in 2026
Let’s face it: the global workforce is changing faster than ever. Businesses are sending employees across borders at breakneck speed, whether it’s for project-based roles, longer-term assignments, or short international stints. But here’s the kicker—while the thrill of international expansion is real, it brings a laundry list of compliance headaches, especially when it comes to […]
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