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Mexico Security Update: What Global Mobility Teams Should Know
This update is relevant for organizations with employees currently in Mexico, upcoming relocations, or near‑term business travel.In late February 2026, localized security operations in parts of...
2026 FIFA World Cup Countdown (Mobility Risk in the Final 90 Days)
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches (June 11–July 19, 2026), organizations relocating employees to, from, or within the United States, Canada, and Mexico are entering the highest‑risk period for mobility disruption. With approximately three months remaining before...
What is COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment or Allowance)?
Cost of Living Adjustments or Allowances (COLA) are a cornerstone of successful employee relocation programs, designed to protect transferees’ purchasing power and standard of living when moving between geographic locations. At WHR, we recognize that compensation does...
Mexico Security Update: What Global Mobility Teams Should Know
This update is relevant for organizations with employees currently in Mexico, upcoming relocations, or near‑term business travel.In late February...
2026 FIFA World Cup Countdown (Mobility Risk in the Final 90 Days)
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches (June 11–July 19, 2026), organizations relocating employees to, from, or within the United States, Canada, and Mexico are entering the highest‑risk period for mobility disruption. With approximately three months remaining before...
What is COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment or Allowance)?
Cost of Living Adjustments or Allowances (COLA) are a cornerstone of successful employee relocation programs, designed to protect transferees’ purchasing power and standard of living when moving between geographic locations. At WHR, we recognize that compensation does...
WHR chooses recipients of its 2023 Partner in Quality Award
WHR Global (WHR) announced its 2023 Partner in Quality Award winners. Recipients are WHR partners who exceeded customer satisfaction and service excellence throughout 2022. To be considered for a Partner in Quality Award, a partner must complete at least 20...
Global Mobility: The Best Assignment Types for your Program
One of the most popular blogs on our website, see what the best types of expatriate assignments are for your global mobility program.
Strategies For Lowering Employee Relocation Expenses
Since 1994, WHR has been helping its clients contain costs and lower relocation program expenses. Although there are many ways, below we share just three easy suggestions to lower organizational expenses. Explore three practical tips, from auditing your program to...
Tips for Relocating Employees to Another Location in 2023
The world is increasingly more connected by the day. Gone are the days when companies stayed within the borders, hiring local talent. As the number of international offices and representatives increases, so does the amount relocating employees from a global talent...
Workflows: The Key to Global Mobility Success
Having good workflows is a critical component to ensure our clients’ global mobility programs are running smoothly and efficiently. Workflows provide transferring employees with the necessary tools to facilitate a positive employee experience and everything clients...
The importance of reviewing your employee relocation policy
Sometimes, a company needs to look outside its normal borders to find the right talent, and other times it’s important to relocate experienced employees to fill crucial roles. If your company relocates its employees domestically or internationally, you’ll want to make...
The Real Advantages of a Global Mobility Benchmark Study
Relocation is an ever-evolving industry, with new trends and practices emerging all the time. Many companies keep their relocation policies proprietary and confidential, so it can be quite difficult to sift through the available data to ensure your company’s...
What is Repatriation Assistance?
The Importance of Repatriation Assistance: What is Repatriation? Repatriation occurs when an expatriate employee returns to their home country. Unfortunately, it’s oftentimes an overlooked benefit in employee relocation programs. The process isn’t always easy on the...
You Know that You Need an Employee Relocation Management Company: What Should You Do Next?
Choosing a new Relocation Management Company (RMC) to manage your global mobility and relocation program can feel like a daunting task. It’s important that you choose an RMC that best fits your workplace culture, employee needs, company budget, and work style. You’re...
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