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As today’s workforce becomes increasingly global, the role of HR professionals becomes increasingly complex. We created AIRShare to share informative, anecdotal, and advisory content intended to help you support a mobile workforce.

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70 Years Strong: Celebrating Our Journey, Embracing the Future Ahead

March 12, 2024

| By Jeff Hawk

On March 12, 2024, AIRINC celebrates 70 years in business! During that time, the Global Mobility industry has gone...

AIRINC News, Listen/Partner/Deliver, Europe, Asia, North America,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

October 3, 2024

Global Cost-of-Living: Rent Hikes, Tax Changes, and Economic Shifts

We’re thrilled to announce the release of AIRINC’s quarterly Cost of Living and Compensation Data Points! Our...

Data Points, Tax, Middle East, Inflation, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Research, Housing & Utilities, North America, Oceania, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency

Trends

October 1, 2024

Host-Plus vs. One-Way Transfers: Understanding the Differences and Choosing the Right Approach

When it comes to policy selection, choosing the right one out of all the policies within your suite can be daunting....

Advisory Services, One-Way Transfers, Surveys & Benchmarks, Host-Based Assignments,

Domestic Relocation

September 30, 2024

The Challenges of Relocating Prospective Homebuyers in Today's Housing Market

Incentivizing homeowners to relocate has become more challenging due to the current housing market conditions. Rising...

International Housing Guide, Inflation, Economic Volatility, Housing & Utilities, North America, Data and Infographics, Technology and Tools,

Trends

September 25, 2024

Tax or Treat! Global Tax Chat Halloween Special

Do you dare join us for a spine-chilling journey through the world of taxes? Get ready for Halloween by joining us for...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, Trends, Technology and Tools,

Trends

September 24, 2024

Top Five Blogs of the Summer

As summer comes to a close (for the northern hemisphere), it's the perfect time to catch up on the latest insights,...

Webinars, Employee Experience, Research, Trends, White Papers & Articles, Technology and Tools, Communications, Cost of Living / COLA, International Assignment Allowances

Allowances & Exchange Rates

September 23, 2024

What are the differences between “key money” in Japan and South Korea?

For expatriates moving to Japan and South Korea for the first time, the term “key money” is always confusing. Both...

International Housing Guide, Research, Housing & Utilities, Trends, International Assignment Allowances

Trends

September 19, 2024

Back to the Future in Argentina Personal Income Tax

Written By Amanda Ashmore – AIRINC Tax Intern (Northeastern University student) Major tax reforms have been implemented...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, Latin America, Trends, Technology and Tools,

Trends

September 18, 2024

Running the Global Mobility Marathon: The Big Event

I've had the privilege of running marathons in various corners of the world, and during my latest training regimen, I...

Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Africa, White Papers & Articles, Mobility Policy,

image of the one way and host plus surveys

Trends

September 16, 2024

Top Trends in One-Way Transfers and Host-Plus Assignments

We are grateful to all who took part in our recent benchmark surveys on One-Way Transfers and Host-Plus Assignments. We...

Webinars, Advisory Services, One-Way Transfers, Surveys & Benchmarks, Host-Based Assignments,

stay informed with AIRINC's currency update showing pictures of currencies around the world

Allowances & Exchange Rates

September 12, 2024

August 2024 Currency Update: Exchange Rates and Global Market Impact

In August 2024, the largest contributing factors to changes in exchange rates were interest rates, political tension,...

Inflation, Economic Volatility, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Research, Data and Infographics, Inflation Impact Analysis, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency

image of a moving truck representing indian domestic moves

Allowances & Exchange Rates

September 11, 2024

AIRINC’s Latest Benchmark Survey on Domestic TRANSFERS in India

As the world’s fifth-largest economy and a rapidly growing business hub, India continues to present unique challenges...

Research, Surveys & Benchmarks, Trends, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations,

Technology

September 10, 2024

Need Accurate Cost Estimates Instantly Your Way?

In today’s fast-paced global mobility environment, accuracy and speed are crucial. AIRINC's Assignment Cost Estimator...

Assignment Cost Estimator, Technology and Tools, Communications, Cost of Living / COLA, AIRLinc

Allowances & Exchange Rates

September 9, 2024

Home Truths: Avoiding the Hidden Costs That Can Trip Up Your Assignees

As many of you know, as AIRINCers we each have our favourite type of data! It may seem a bit geeky and, to an extent it...

International Housing Guide, Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Research, Housing & Utilities, Trends, Mobility Policy, International Assignment Allowances

Allowances & Exchange Rates

September 5, 2024

Essential Strategies for Global Mobility: Data Points & Insights

Looking for the essential data to guide you through the intricate world of global mobility? Every quarter, AIRINC...

Data Points, Assignment Cost Estimator, Advisory Services, Inflation, COLA Change Report, Research, Housing & Utilities, Mobility Policy, Cost of Living / COLA, International Assignment Allowances, AIRLinc

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Domestic Relocation

September 4, 2024

The Biggest Changes in the American & Canadian Housing Markets

The North America Cost of Living data from AIRINC dives deep into the living expenses across major cities in the U.S.,...

Compensation, Talent, Housing & Utilities, North America, Trends, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations, Technology and Tools,

Trends

September 3, 2024

The Impact of Equity Compensation on your Mobile Employees

We recently wrapped our 2024 mobility tax summer school series jointly sponsored by AIRINC and GTN with an in-depth...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, Partnerships, Technology and Tools,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

August 29, 2024

What is tax equalization & hypo tax?

After a successful summer school on mobility tax with Global Tax Network now is the perfect time to revisit the...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, API, Research, Technology and Tools, Back to Basics, International Assignment Allowances

Allowances & Exchange Rates

August 28, 2024

Currency Shakes, Trade Quakes, and Inflation Spikes

Each year, we survey over 300 cities, covering major business hubs annually or biannually, while more volatile...

Data Points, COLA Change Report, Asia, Latin America, Research, Trends, Cost of Living / COLA, International Assignment Allowances

Trends

August 27, 2024

Running the Global Mobility Marathon: The Build Up

I have been fortunate enough to run several marathons around the globe and during my most recent training block, I was...

Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Africa, White Papers & Articles, Mobility Policy,

Compensation

August 22, 2024

Compensation is not aligned with Cost of Living

We often hear that the cost of labour is aligned with cost of living. Salaries are higher in higher-cost countries and...

Compensation, Trends, Global Salary Comparison, Global Reward Index Calculator, Communications, Global Equality Affinity, Host-Based Assignments, Global Salary Calculator

image of the AIRINC employee experience white paper 2024

Trends

August 20, 2024

Crafting a Positive Assignee Experience: What is the focus for Mobility Leaders?

Assignee experience has long been in the spotlight for Mobility programs, but the definition of a good experience...

Webinars, Mobility Outlook Survey, Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Compensation, Trends, White Papers & Articles, Flexibility, Communications, Destination Service Provider,

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Allowances & Exchange Rates

August 15, 2024

Unpacking Changing Rental Markets with AIRINC's Data Points

Each quarter, AIRINC releases Data Points, providing in-depth insights from our extensive global cost-of-living...

Data Points, International Housing Guide, Europe, Asia, Research, Housing & Utilities, Trends,

Trends

August 14, 2024

Exploring U.K. Tax Trends: What You Need to Know in 2024

Today we continued our 2024 mobility tax summer school series jointly sponsored by AIRINC and GTN with an in-depth...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, Europe, Partnerships, Technology and Tools,

About AIRINC

August 12, 2024

Made in Germany

AIRINCer Mira has been working in global mobility for nearly 20 years. A German national, she moved to London after...

AIRINC News, Assignment Cost Estimator, COLA Change Report, Europe, API, Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Industry Events, Mobility Policy, Cost of Living / COLA, AIRLinc

Allowances & Exchange Rates

August 8, 2024

Currency Update: July 2024 Exchange Rate Trends & Impact on Global Markets

In July 2024, the largest factors contributing to changes in exchange rates were arrangements with the International...

Inflation, Economic Volatility, Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Research, Data and Infographics, Inflation Impact Analysis, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency

Technology

August 7, 2024

Don’t be selfish with your technology

I recently turned 50 - gasp! How did I get so old?! I prefer not to show my age -- but I can’t help myself as I have to...

Tax, Assignment Cost Estimator, API, Compensation, Talent, Partnerships, Technology and Tools, balance sheet, AIRLinc

image representing the GTN and AIRINC US tax webinar including logos

Trends

August 6, 2024

Essential Tax Support for Inbound Employees to the U.S.A.

On July 25th, AIRINC and Global Tax Network co-hosted our first session in our 2024 summer school webinar series on...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, Partnerships, United States of America, Technology and Tools,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

August 1, 2024

Global Tax Trends: AIRINC's Latest Data Points Revealed

Every quarter, AIRINC publishes Data Points, offering detailed insights from our cost-of-living research conducted...

Data Points, Tax, International Tax Guide, Europe, Asia, Research,

Trends

July 30, 2024

HOW TO AVOID DISSATISFACTION AND FAILED INTERNATIONAL DEPLOYMENTS

In today’s interconnected world, Global Mobility is a cornerstone of any successful business. The range and scope of...

Webinars, Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Compensation, Trends, White Papers & Articles, Flexibility, Communications, Destination Service Provider, Artificial Intelligence

Domestic Relocation

July 29, 2024

Beyond the headlines: The National Association of Realtors (NAR) anti-competition settlement

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement taking effect on August 17, 2024, will bring significant changes...

International Housing Guide, Inflation, Research, Housing & Utilities, United States of America,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

July 25, 2024

What is a Hardship Allowance?

Not all assignment locations are the same. A hardship allowance allows you to recognize living conditions and to...

Hardship, Webinars, API, Research, Technology and Tools, Back to Basics, International Assignment Allowances

Technology

July 24, 2024

Mastering Global Assignee Pay Communication: A Proactive Approach

Effective communication regarding changes in global assignee pay is key to delivering a positive experience. At AIRINC,...

Employee Experience, COLA Change Report, Technology and Tools, Communications, Cost of Living / COLA, AIRLinc

Image of a Dutch canal with illustrated people and boats

Allowances & Exchange Rates

July 23, 2024

The Dutch Expat Experience: Balancing Business Opportunities and Housing Challenges

The Netherlands is celebrated for its culture of tolerance and acceptance, making it an appealing destination for...

International Housing Guide, Inflation, Europe, Research, Housing & Utilities, Surveys & Benchmarks, balance sheet

About AIRINC

July 18, 2024

Celebrating Client Satisfaction and Looking Ahead with AIRINC

For 70 years, we have strived to deliver the best service and experience in the Global Mobility industry and, as such,...

AIRINC News, Listen/Partner/Deliver, Research, Surveys & Benchmarks, Partnerships,

Trends

July 17, 2024

Arriving in a new country is disorientating - how can Global Mobility teams help?

In today’s interconnected world, Global Mobility is a cornerstone of any successful business. The range and scope of...

Webinars, Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Compensation, Trends, White Papers & Articles, Flexibility, Communications, Destination Service Provider,

Image of Paris and people celebrating with gold stars

Allowances & Exchange Rates

July 16, 2024

The Mythic Olympic Effect on Housing

The 2024 Summer Olympics will be hosted in Paris and several other French cities, including Marseille, Bordeaux, Lille,...

International Housing Guide, Europe, Housing & Utilities, Technology and Tools, Short-Term Assignments

Allowances & Exchange Rates

July 10, 2024

Global Cost-of-Living Insights: Rent Surges, EV Trade Wars, and Tax Shifts

Every quarter AIRINC provides a useful data points update on our cost-of-living research including housing, goods &...

Data Points, Tax, Inflation, Europe, Asia, Research, Housing & Utilities, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency

Summer School Webinar Series on Mobility Tax

Webinars and Events

July 9, 2024

Webinars: Join our Summer School Webinar Series on Mobility Tax

AIRINC and Global Tax Network are bringing you a three-part webinar series this summer on mobility tax. If you are an...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, Europe, Partnerships, United States of America, AIRINC Events,

Technology

July 8, 2024

Consulting through theoretical & practical: How ACE, Policy Configured, bridges AIRINC Advisory solutions

No two consulting projects at AIRINC look the same. Though there are commonalities between client challenges, such as...

Assignment Cost Estimator, Advisory Services, Listen/Partner/Deliver, Compensation, Partnerships, Flexibility, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools, Developmental Assignments

Trends

July 4, 2024

WHAT ARE THE KEY FOCUS AREAS FOR PRIORITIZING THE EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE?

In today’s interconnected world, Global Mobility is a cornerstone of any successful business. The range and scope of...

Webinars, Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Compensation, Trends, White Papers & Articles, Flexibility, Communications, Destination Service Provider,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

July 2, 2024

June 2024 Currency Shifts: Politics, Goods, and Debt Restructuring Shape Global Markets

In June 2024, the largest factors contributing to changes in exchange rates were politics, the availability of goods,...

Inflation, Economic Volatility, Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Research, Data and Infographics, Inflation Impact Analysis, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency

Webinars and Events

July 1, 2024

Join Us at the CONNECT Global Employee Benefits and Workforce Strategies Summit!

In today's interconnected world, global mobility is no longer just a trend—it's a necessity. As economies and...

Tax, Remote Work, Talent, Trends, Industry Events, Strategy & Design, Flexibility, Mobility Policy,

Trends

June 27, 2024

EMEA Mobility Trends: Key Insights and Regional Variances

Every year, we invite companies to participate in our annual Mobility Outlook Survey which focuses on Mobility trends....

Mobility Outlook Survey, Employee Experience, Europe, Trends, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy, Developmental Assignments, Short-Term Assignments

Webinars and Events

June 25, 2024

Webinar: Key Focus Areas for Prioritizing the Employee Experience

It is easy to forget that the success and reputation of Mobility programs hinge on employees having a great experience....

Webinars, Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Compensation, Trends, White Papers & Articles, Flexibility, Communications, Destination Service Provider,

Technology

June 24, 2024

Why are cost projections so important for RMCs?

Relocation Management Companies (RMCs) provide value in many ways. From an operational standpoint, they help streamline...

Assignment Cost Estimator, Listen/Partner/Deliver, Compensation, Partnerships, Domestic Relocations, Flexibility, Technology and Tools, Developmental Assignments

Trends

June 21, 2024

Becoming the Go-To Advisor: Global Mobility’s Role in Talent Deployment

When I started working in Global Mobility, it was pretty vanilla. There was really only one way to deploy talent...

Talent, Partnerships, Trends, White Papers & Articles, Strategy & Design, Flexibility, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools,

Trends

June 20, 2024

Tech Solutions for Core Flex Policies

Are you looking to optimize your company's relocation policies and manage costs more effectively? Core/Flex policies...

Assignment Cost Estimator, Core/Flex, Flexibility, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools,

About AIRINC

June 19, 2024

AIRINC's 70th Anniversary: Time to Celebrate

This year marked a monumental occasion for AIRINC as we celebrate 70 incredible years in the Global Mobility industry!...

AIRINC News, Advisory Services, Listen/Partner/Deliver, Partnerships, Data and Infographics, AIRINC Events, Technology and Tools,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

June 14, 2024

What is the difference between a COLA and a Per Diem?

Per diems and COL differentials are very different due to the following reasons. The per diem is designed to cover the...

Webinars, Commuters, Surveys & Benchmarks, Data and Infographics, Cost of Living / COLA, Payroll, Currency, Short-Term Assignments

Trends

June 13, 2024

Flexible Approaches in Global Mobility: Trends & Strategies

When I started working in Global Mobility, it was pretty vanilla. There was really only one way to deploy talent...

Talent, Partnerships, Trends, White Papers & Articles, Strategy & Design, Flexibility, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools,

Trends

June 12, 2024

Flexibility in Mobility: Mastering Lump Sum Policies for Diverse Relocation Needs

Flexibility is a crucial component of modern Mobility programs. In fact, AIRINC’s 2024 Mobility Outlook survey found...

Lump Sum Calculator, Lump Sums, Employee Experience, Surveys & Benchmarks, Technology and Tools,

Webinars and Events

June 6, 2024

Webinar - Back to Basics: The Balance Sheet

Through the Balance Sheet approach, employees can maintain their original home country salary during their assignment....

Hardship, Webinars, Transportation, Housing & Utilities, Trends, Technology and Tools, Cost of Living / COLA, International Assignment Allowances, balance sheet

Allowances & Exchange Rates

June 5, 2024

Currency Performance Update: May 2024 Exchange Rates & Allowances

In May 2024, exchange rates were most impacted by currency reserves, bonds, copper prices, and demand for the US...

Inflation, Economic Volatility, Europe, Africa, Research, Data and Infographics, Currency

Pat, Jeremy and Rob pictured on a poster for the global tax chat show

Webinars and Events

June 4, 2024

Costs and Complexity: How Global Mobility can use Taxes to Explain Mobility to Others

During AIRINC’s 6th Global Tax Chat, we covered the latest mobility tax developments on topics AIRINC has been...

Webinars, AIRINC News, Tax, Assignment Cost Estimator, International Tax Guide, Europe, Asia, North America, AIRINC Events

70 years of AIRINC including birthday cake

About AIRINC

May 31, 2024

Building Stronger Partnerships in Mobility: AIRINC's Approach

Here at AIRINC, we live by the mantra, "We're all in this together." While it's a motto we hold close internally, I...

AIRINC News, Listen/Partner/Deliver, Surveys & Benchmarks, Partnerships, Data and Infographics, White Papers & Articles, Technology and Tools,

surveys on one-way transfers and host plus

Compensation

May 30, 2024

Benchmark your Host-Plus Assignments and International One-Way Transfers!

Participate in AIRINC's comprehensive surveys on Host-Plus Assignments and International One-Way Transfers now!

One-Way Transfers, Surveys & Benchmarks, Trends, Mobility Policy, Host-Based Assignments, Developmental Assignments,

Trends

May 28, 2024

Evaluating the Salary for an International Transferee: A Case Study between NY and London

As a compensation or mobility professional you may be asked, is the salary I am offering to an international transferee...

One-Way Transfers, Compensation, Talent, Trends, White Papers & Articles, Global Salary Comparison, Strategy & Design, Flexibility, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools,

Trends

May 24, 2024

Tax Changes Coming to Australia Superannuation – What it means for Global Mobility

The intricacies of Australia's superannuation system can be daunting. With upcoming changes on the horizon this year,...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, Asia, Social Security,

Trends

May 22, 2024

Driving Change: Navigating Global Mobility in the Auto Industry

The global mobility world is an ever-changing landscape of new trends and challenges for various industries. Our 2024...

Mobility Outlook Survey, Employee Experience, Trends, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy, Developmental Assignments, Short-Term Assignments, Artificial Intelligence

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Webinars and Events

May 21, 2024

Celebrating the Collaborative Spirit of the Global Mobility Community

In the dynamic landscape of global mobility, where professionals navigate the intricate webs of immigration, taxation,...

Talent, Trends, Industry Events, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools,

image of a busy lady conducting various tasks for global mobility

Trends

May 16, 2024

Love them or hate them: Lump Sums for Domestic Mobility

Lump sums – love them or hate them! Either way, they have their place in domestic mobility. Lump sums aren't for...

Lump Sum Calculator, Lump Sums, Domestic Relocations, Flexibility, Technology and Tools,

About AIRINC

May 15, 2024

On the Road Again: 70 Years of Collecting Cost-of-Living Across the Globe

As AIRINC marks an impressive milestone of 70 years in business, we reflect on our journey of data collection and...

Hardship, Airfare, Data Points, AIRINC News, Assignment Cost Estimator, Listen/Partner/Deliver, Housing & Utilities, Data and Infographics, Cost of Living / COLA, Artificial Intelligence

Domestic Relocation

May 14, 2024

Exploring the Most Dynamic U.S. Housing Markets

Delivering domestic relocation support that is aligned to current market costs is critical for the success of a...

Compensation, Talent, Housing & Utilities, North America, Trends, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations, Technology and Tools,

Trends

May 9, 2024

Navigating International Payroll Transfers: Challenges and Solutions

Are you prepared to help your organization make good decisions when an employee transfers internationally from one...

One-Way Transfers, Compensation, Talent, Trends, White Papers & Articles, Global Salary Comparison, Flexibility, Technology and Tools, International Assignment Allowances

Technology

May 8, 2024

An Ode to ACE Configuration Implementation Projects

Over the years in my role as Product Manager of AIRINC’s Assignment Cost Estimator (ACE) solution, I have worked with...

Assignment Cost Estimator, Trends, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools, International Assignment Allowances

Allowances & Exchange Rates

May 7, 2024

Currency Performance: April 2024

In April 2024, exchange rates were most impacted by interest rates, inflation, and foreign investment. Nigeria’s...

Inflation, Economic Volatility, Europe, Africa, Research, Data and Infographics, Currency

About AIRINC

May 2, 2024

AIRINC’S 70-YEAR TECH EVOLUTION: LOOKING BACK, LOOKING AHEAD

AIRINC is turning 70! And while I am not that old, I have been with AIRINC for over 30 years. "Why?" you ask... well,...

AIRINC News, Assignment Cost Estimator, Listen/Partner/Deliver, API, Partnerships, Technology and Tools, Artificial Intelligence

Webinars and Events

May 1, 2024

Best Practices for Short-Term Assignments and Commuter Arrangements

Short-term assignments and commuter arrangements are increasingly being leveraged to allow more Global Mobility...

Webinars, Assignment Cost Estimator, Commuters, Trends, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools, Per Diems, Short-Term Assignments

Trends

April 29, 2024

Why is Mobility Like Ice Cream?

When I started working in Global Mobility, it was pretty vanilla. There was really only one way to deploy talent...

Talent, Partnerships, Trends, White Papers & Articles, Strategy & Design, Flexibility, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools,

Trends

April 26, 2024

Mitigating Double Taxation for U.S. Citizens Residing Abroad

In the context of Global Mobility, with employees transitioning from one location to another location, there will be...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, North America, White Papers & Articles,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

April 23, 2024

What is the Balance Sheet Approach?

The Balance Sheet seeks to keep the employee economically neutral vis-a-vis the home country while living in another...

Data Points, Webinars, Tax, Housing & Utilities, Data and Infographics, Cost of Living / COLA, Payroll, Currency, International Assignment Allowances

Compensation

April 22, 2024

Comparing Compensation: Net-to-Net vs Global Salary Insights

Many companies perform a net-to-net calculation when moving/hiring someone onto local terms in a location. A net-to-net...

Remote Work, One-Way Transfers, Global Salary Comparison, Technology and Tools, Global Equality Affinity,

Trends

April 17, 2024

Ever wondered what drives assignment expenses?

At AIRINC, we are “numbers people” - some would (lovingly!) call us geeks! But not everyone is a numbers person; some...

Assignment Cost Estimator, Trends, Long-Term Assignments, Technology and Tools, Host-Based Assignments, Short-Term Assignments

Allowances & Exchange Rates

April 16, 2024

Currency Performance: March 2024

In March 2024, exchange rates were most affected by the supply of U.S. dollars, high inflation, and devaluation....

Inflation, Economic Volatility, Africa, Research, Data and Infographics, Currency

Webinars and Events

April 15, 2024

Mobility Outlook Survey 2024: How do Mobility Peers View the Outlook of Mobility?

We asked you, those most familiar with the complexities of Mobility, what your predictions are for the upcoming year,...

Mobility Outlook Survey, Trends, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy,

Webinars and Events

April 11, 2024

Unlocking Mobility Success with AIRINC's Assignment Cost Estimator

The spectrum of mobility activity is constantly increasing; making it challenging to effectively advise the business...

Webinars, Assignment Cost Estimator, Trends, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools

Trends

April 9, 2024

Argentina's Economic Changes

For the AIRINC quarterly update, I traveled to Buenos Aires to get first-hand insight into the current housing and...

Data Points, International Housing Guide, Economic Volatility, Latin America, Research, Housing & Utilities, Cost of Living / COLA,

Trends

April 8, 2024

Navigating Double Tax Relief in Global Mobility

In the context of Global Mobility, with employees transitioning from one location to another location, there will be...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, North America, White Papers & Articles,

Webinars and Events

April 5, 2024

BAMM Conference Recap: AI in Global Mobility & More!

This year’s Bay Area Mobility Management conference theme was Mission: Possible—Ignite Change and Drive Action.

Webinars, Trends, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools, Artificial Intelligence

Allowances & Exchange Rates

April 4, 2024

Quarterly Update: Rising Rental Markets, Tax Changes, and Inflation Insights

Every quarter AIRINC provides a useful data points update on our cost-of-living research including housing, goods &...

Data Points, Tax, Inflation, Europe, Asia, Africa, Research, Housing & Utilities, North America, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency

Webinars and Events

April 2, 2024

Using ChatGPT Strategies for Global Mobility Success

Join us for a peek into the impact that generative AI technologies can have on elevating the success of your Global...

Webinars, Trends, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools, Artificial Intelligence

Webinars and Events

March 27, 2024

What is the latest from Shanghai?

On March 19, the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Shanghai brought China’s global mobility community together.

Mobility Outlook Survey, Asia, Research, Trends, Industry Events,

AIRINC 2024 Short term assignment survey

Trends

March 26, 2024

More for Your Dollar: A strategic use of Short-term Assignments

AIRINC’s most recent policy and practice benchmark on Short-term Assignments explored various themes, including the...

Tax, Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Surveys & Benchmarks, Trends, Mobility Policy, Short-Term Assignments

Trends

March 25, 2024

Vietnam’s Work Visa Issues Impact Ho Chi Minh City Rentals

According to real estate sources, landlords are more open to negotiating rents for smaller apartments in Ho Chi Minh...

International Housing Guide, Economic Volatility, Asia, Research, Housing & Utilities,

Trends

March 20, 2024

The Power of Purpose: Crafting a Mission Statement for Global Mobility

In today's globalized business landscape, the role of global mobility has undergone a significant evolution. From...

Advisory Services, Surveys & Benchmarks, North America, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy,

About AIRINC

March 19, 2024

Sustainable Business Practices: AIRINC's Science-Based Emissions Reduction Commitment

AIRINC believes in sustainable business practices. To that end, we have made a commitment to reduce our Scope 2 carbon...

AIRINC News, Sustainability, Surveys & Benchmarks, Environmental/Social/Governance (ESG), Furnishing Rental & Allowance,

Compensation

March 18, 2024

When International Local Moves Fail – What to look for

AIRINC works with many companies to support local moves and permanent hires across borders. As a result, we have seen...

Remote Work, One-Way Transfers, Global Salary Comparison, Technology and Tools, Global Equality Affinity,

Trends

March 14, 2024

Navigating the Winds of Change: A Global Tax Update for Mobility Professionals

During AIRINC’s 5th Global Tax Chat, we covered the latest mobility tax developments on topics AIRINC has been...

Webinars, AIRINC News, Tax, International Tax Guide, Europe, Africa, North America, AIRINC Events

Trends

March 13, 2024

AIRINC’s Mobility Outlook Survey 2024: Revealed

Moving in stride with the evolution of technology and AI, Global Mobility must adjust to workforce changes and...

Webinars, Mobility Outlook Survey, Surveys & Benchmarks, Trends, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools

About AIRINC

March 12, 2024

70 Years Strong: Celebrating Our Journey, Embracing the Future Ahead

On March 12, 2024, AIRINC celebrates 70 years in business! During that time, the Global Mobility industry has gone...

AIRINC News, Listen/Partner/Deliver, Europe, Asia, North America,

Webinars and Events

March 11, 2024

Four Key Takeaways from our Singapore Roundtable

Once again, the Global Mobility Roundtable in Singapore was a resounding success!

Mobility Outlook Survey, Asia, Surveys & Benchmarks, AIRINC Events, Mobility Policy, Roundtables, Short-Term Assignments

Trends

March 7, 2024

Nigeria Introduces Expatriate Employment Levy (EEL) – What it means for Global Mobility

UPDATE March 11, 2024 On Friday March 8, 2024 Nigeria President Bola Tinubu announced the government’s intention to...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, Africa, Trends

Webinars and Events

March 6, 2024

Webinar: 2024 Mobility Outlook Survey

We are finalizing the report and getting ready to unveil the findings from AIRINC's 2024 Mobility Outlook Survey, so...

Webinars, Mobility Outlook Survey, Surveys & Benchmarks, Trends, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools

Trends

March 5, 2024

Portugal Ends Non-Habitual Resident Regime: What You Need to Know

In September 2023, Portugal Prime Minister Antonio Costa unexpectedly announced that the Non-Habitual Resident (NHR)...

Tax, International Tax Guide, Europe, Global Salary Comparison, Technology and Tools

Allowances & Exchange Rates

March 4, 2024

Top six reasons rents are UP Down Under

Australia is a popular destination for expatriates, students, tourists, investors, and businesses due to its high...

Data Points, International Housing Guide, Inflation, Asia, Research, Housing & Utilities,

Trends

February 29, 2024

Why Double Tax Relief is Important for Global Mobility

In the context of Global Mobility, with employees transitioning from one location to another location, there will be...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, North America, White Papers & Articles,

Trends

February 28, 2024

Commuter Assignments: What’s in your policy?

Commuter assignments, a specialized facet of the mobility policy suite, are gaining prominence in today's global...

Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Commuters, Surveys & Benchmarks, Mobility Policy, Short-Term Assignments

Allowances & Exchange Rates

February 26, 2024

Currency Performance: January 2024

In January 2024, exchange rates were most affected by foreign reserves, raw resource prices, and demand for the U.S....

Inflation, Economic Volatility, Africa, Research, Data and Infographics, Currency

Webinars and Events

February 22, 2024

Webinar: What You Need to Know In Global Tax News

Get off to a strong start in 2024 with your entertaining dose of Global Mobility tax news, updated tax laws and...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, Remote Work, Technology and Tools

Allowances & Exchange Rates

February 22, 2024

Housing is Key

Housing can be one of the most emotional aspects of an assignment, securing a safe and comfortable rental is often top...

Data Points, International Housing Guide, Europe, Asia, Research, Housing & Utilities,

Trends

February 20, 2024

Diving Deeper: Strategic Themes in AIRINC’s Short-Term Assignment Survey

Short-term assignments (STAs) have emerged as a fundamental policy in global mobility.

Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Surveys & Benchmarks, Trends, Mobility Policy, Short-Term Assignments

Webinars and Events

February 19, 2024

Navigating One-Way Transfers: Insights for Mobility Professionals

One-Way Transfers are increasing, and it is important for Mobility and Compensation professionals to be prepared.

Webinars, Remote Work, One-Way Transfers, Mobility Policy,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

February 15, 2024

What is a COLA and when should you use it?

The Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) — also known as Goods and Services Differential, Commodities and Services...

Data Points, Webinars, Assignment Cost Estimator, COLA Change Report, Data and Infographics, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency, International Assignment Allowances

About AIRINC

February 14, 2024

Exploring the World Through AIRINC Photography

Each year, AIRINC hosts a photo contest to help bring us together and share our adventures with each other.

AIRINC News, Europe, Asia, Latin America, Fun, North America,

About AIRINC

February 13, 2024

Happy New Year from your team at AIRINC!

Wishing you and your family a healthy and peaceful new year!

AIRINC News, Asia, Housing & Utilities, Trends, Global Salary Comparison, Deminar

Domestic Relocation

February 9, 2024

AIRINC U.S. DOMESTIC TRENDS Survey

Are U.S. Domestic programs changing how they offer flexibility?

Core/Flex, Compensation, Housing & Utilities, Surveys & Benchmarks, North America, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations, Flexibility

About AIRINC

February 8, 2024

Inside AIRINC: Navigating Greater China and Beyond with a 'Glocal' Touch

In the latest of our "Have you met?" series we meet Cyrus Tang.

AIRINC News, Asia, Surveys & Benchmarks, Trends, Global Salary Comparison, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy,

Trends

February 6, 2024

Here today, gone tomorrow? Commuter assignments are here to stay!

In the dynamic realm of global employment, organizations are continually innovating to meet the unique needs of their...

Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Commuters, Surveys & Benchmarks, Mobility Policy, Short-Term Assignments

Allowances & Exchange Rates

February 5, 2024

Flying from Tokyo to Las Vegas this Sunday? AIRINC’s Airfare Database can be TAILOR-ed SWIFT-ly for you

What if you knew someone thinking of flying from Tokyo to Las Vegas for a huge American football game coming up? What...

Airfare, Asia, Fun, North America,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

February 1, 2024

Navigating Argentina's Shifting Rental Landscape

Following the turbulence with the Argentinean economy, AIRINC recently published a blog update on the Peso and changes...

Data Points, Tax, Inflation, Latin America, Research, Housing & Utilities, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency, International Assignment Allowances

About AIRINC

January 31, 2024

A Day in a Researcher’s Life

As an AIRINC researcher, I travel to new cities every few months and absorb as much as I can in my time onsite. It is...

Data Points, Europe, Research, Housing & Utilities, Surveys & Benchmarks, Methodology, Cost of Living / COLA,

Webinars and Events

January 30, 2024

Deminar: Addressing Global Compensation Challenges with AIRINC's Global Salary Comparison

Join our deminar to see AIRINC's new Global Salary Comparison (Net-to-Net Tool).

One-Way Transfers, Compensation, Global Salary Comparison, Technology and Tools, Deminar

Webinars and Events

January 29, 2024

AIRINC Singapore Roundtable: Global Mobility Plans for 2024

After a successful roundtable in November 2023, we are back again in Singapore to discuss your Global Mobility plans...

Mobility Outlook Survey, Asia, Surveys & Benchmarks, AIRINC Events, Mobility Policy, Roundtables,

Trends

January 25, 2024

Unveiling Trends: Short-Term Assignment Survey Highlights

Short-term assignments (STAs) play a pivotal role in global mobility, offering organizations a swift and cost-effective...

Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Surveys & Benchmarks, Mobility Policy, Short-Term Assignments

Domestic Relocation

January 24, 2024

Optimizing Your Domestic Relocation Program: Address Location Challenges

Domestic relocation has fundamentally changed since the pandemic. People’s lack of willingness to relocate, the desire...

Lump Sums, Employee Experience, Core/Flex, Talent, North America, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations, White Papers & Articles, Flexibility,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

January 23, 2024

Currency Performance: December 2023

The last month of 2024 had few major changes. Each of these countries had domestic troubles regarding debt, inflation,...

Inflation, Economic Volatility, Europe, Africa, Research, Data and Infographics, Currency

Webinars and Events

January 19, 2024

Webinar: Navigating Mobility's Evolution: Collaboratively Crafting a Mobility Mission

The landscape of the Mobility function has undergone a seismic shift. In addition to traditional assignments and...

Webinars, Assignment Cost Estimator, Employee Experience, Remote Work, Mobility Policy,

Trends

January 18, 2024

Globally mobile employees – how will your company respond in the most difficult moments?

What do you see when you look at this photo - a typical skyline of a metropolis, busy streets down below, secret...

Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Asia, Mobility Policy,

Technology

January 17, 2024

Net-to-Net, Net-to-Gross, or Gross-to-Gross... GSC can do it all!

Introducing the Global Salary Comparison (GSC), a highly configurable tool for evaluating compensation for...

Tax, Solution Overview, Remote Work, One-Way Transfers, Housing & Utilities, Global Salary Comparison, Salary, Cost of Living / COLA, Payroll

Allowances & Exchange Rates

January 10, 2024

Rising Rental Markets and Tax Updates: Key Insights from AIRINC's Cost-of-Living Research

Every quarter AIRINC provides a useful data points update on our cost-of-living research including housing, goods &...

Data Points, Tax, Inflation, Europe, Asia, Africa, Research, Housing & Utilities, North America, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency

About AIRINC

January 9, 2024

Have You Met Gwen Ryan?

In this "Have you met?" of an ongoing series, we meet Gwen Ryan. Based in the Boston office, Gwen joined AIRINC in 1995.

AIRINC News, Assignment Cost Estimator, API, North America, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools,

Domestic Relocation

January 4, 2024

Optimizing Your Domestic Relocation Program: Introduce/Increase Flexibility

Domestic relocation has fundamentally changed since the pandemic. People’s lack of willingness to relocate, the desire...

Lump Sums, Employee Experience, Core/Flex, Talent, North America, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations, White Papers & Articles, Flexibility,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

January 3, 2024

Argentina's Economic Changes: Peso Devaluation and Tax Reform Updates

The newly elected administration led by President Javier Milei brought swift changes to Argentina’s economy. On...

Data Points, Tax, Inflation, Latin America, Research, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency

Trends

January 2, 2024

Transforming Global Mobility: Resolutions for a Successful 2024

With 2024 upon us, it's time to craft resolutions that will truly transform the landscape of Global Mobility. Unlike...

Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Surveys & Benchmarks, Flexibility, Mobility Policy, Environmental/Social/Governance (ESG),

About AIRINC

December 21, 2023

AIRINC Holiday Greetings: Wrapping up 2023

As the holiday season approaches, we want to take a moment to wish you happy holidays from all of us at AIRINC!

AIRINC News, Fun, Surveys & Benchmarks,

Trends

December 20, 2023

7 Best Practices for a successful Global Mobility Program

I’m frequently asked what makes a great Global Mobility Program. Having had the opportunity of working with many global...

Employee Experience, Surveys & Benchmarks, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools,

About AIRINC

December 19, 2023

AIRINC Hong Kong Receives 'Hong Kong Green Organisation' Title

Good news! The Hong Kong office obtained the title of "Hong Kong Green Organisation" for 2022 Hong Kong Awards for...

AIRINC News, Asia, Fun, Environmental/Social/Governance (ESG),

Allowances & Exchange Rates

December 18, 2023

Currency Performance: Best and Worst in November 2023

Policy and supply/demand changes are the root for the few changes that occurred in November. Strict monetary policy and...

Middle East, Inflation, Economic Volatility, Europe, Africa, Research, Data and Infographics, Currency

Technology

December 14, 2023

Mastering Global Salary Comparison: A Powerful Tool for International Transfers

Introducing the Global Salary Comparison (GSC), a highly configurable tool for evaluating compensation for...

Tax, Solution Overview, Remote Work, One-Way Transfers, Housing & Utilities, Global Salary Comparison, Salary, Cost of Living / COLA, Payroll

Trends

December 12, 2023

Top 7 Best Practices for a successful Global Mobility Program

I’m frequently asked what makes a great Global Mobility Program. Having had the opportunity of working with many global...

Employee Experience, Surveys & Benchmarks, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools,

Domestic Relocation

December 11, 2023

Optimizing Your Domestic Relocation Program: Take a New Lens: DE&I (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)

Domestic relocation has fundamentally changed since the pandemic. People’s lack of willingness to relocate, the desire...

Employee Experience, Talent, Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), North America, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations, White Papers & Articles,

Trends

December 8, 2023

Global Mobility Tax of the Future

We just had enough time to take a quick peek into the future of mobility tax during AIRINC’s fourth Global Tax Chat on...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, Europe, North America, AIRINC Events, Artificial Intelligence

Trends

December 7, 2023

Participate in AIRINC's 2024 Mobility Outlook Survey!

Influenced by shifting external and internal forces, Mobility’s responsibilities reach well beyond conventional...

Mobility Outlook Survey, Talent, Trends, Mobility Policy,

About AIRINC

December 6, 2023

Have You Met Adam Silver?

In this "Have you met?" of an ongoing series, we meet Adam Silver. Based in the Boston office, Adam joined AIRINC in...

AIRINC News, Assignment Cost Estimator, North America, Domestic Relocations, Mobility Policy, Cost of Living / COLA,

Trends

December 4, 2023

Employees Resisting Return to Work? Mobility Has a Solution for That!

The talent you need isn’t always where you need it to be. To me, that sentence embodies the raison d’être of Mobility....

Talent, Trends, Mobility Policy

Webinars and Events

November 29, 2023

Stay Up to Date with Global Mobility Fundamentals

Whether you're just beginning your career in Global Mobility or you've been in the field for years, it's always...

Webinars, White Papers & Articles, AIRINC Events, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency

Technology

November 28, 2023

The Rise of One-Way Transfers: Ensuring the Right Compensation Package

AIRINC's 2023 Mobility Outlook Survey showed that international one-way transfers are one of the fastest growing policy...

Tax, Solution Overview, Remote Work, One-Way Transfers, Housing & Utilities, Global Salary Comparison, Salary, Cost of Living / COLA, Payroll

Domestic Relocation

November 27, 2023

Optimizing Your Domestic Relocation Program: Tech Enable

Domestic relocation has fundamentally changed since the pandemic. People’s lack of willingness to relocate, the desire...

Talent, North America, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations, White Papers & Articles,

About AIRINC

November 23, 2023

AIRINC Singapore Roundtable: Innovations in Global Mobility

The AIRINC Singapore Roundtable took place earlier this month. The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement and...

AIRINC News, Remote Work, Asia, One-Way Transfers, Technology and Tools, Roundtables

About AIRINC

November 22, 2023

AIRINC's Spooktacular Halloween Costume Contest Winners Unveiled

AIRINC recently held its fourth annual virtual Halloween costume contest: The SCARE-Inc Spooktacular. Employees from...

AIRINC News, Fun, White Papers & Articles

About AIRINC

November 20, 2023

Take a moment for yourself

I typically write a blog about a specific topic. This time I am not...

AIRINC News, Europe, Fun

Webinars and Events

November 17, 2023

Webinar: Global Tax Chat #4 - Looking Ahead to 2024... and Beyond!

As we come to the end of 2023, we are curious about what is in store for Mobility Tax in 2024 -- and beyond! How will...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, Remote Work, Technology and Tools

Webinars and Events

November 16, 2023

What can a duck boat tour of Boston teach us about Global Mobility?

And what’s a duck boat? As part of Worldwide ERC’s 2023 Global Workforce Symposium, AIRINC hosted a duck boat...

Surveys & Benchmarks, Industry Events, White Papers & Articles, AIRINC Events, Mobility Policy, Roundtables, Communications,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

November 14, 2023

Currency Performance: Best and Worst October 2023

Exchange rates were stable excluding a few listed below with significant movement for the month of November. The main...

Inflation, Economic Volatility, Research, Data and Infographics, Currency

Domestic Relocation

November 13, 2023

North American Cost of Living Update

To ensure your domestic transferees receive benefits that are aligned to market conditions, AIRINC has just released...

Housing & Utilities, North America, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations,

Technology

November 10, 2023

Help! I am transferring an employee internationally -- how do I know if their pay is adequate?

AIRINC’s Global Salary Comparison (GSC) is the tool to help you!

Tax, Solution Overview, Remote Work, One-Way Transfers, Housing & Utilities, Global Salary Comparison, Salary, Cost of Living / COLA, Payroll

Domestic Relocation

November 9, 2023

Pulse Survey: US Domestic Trends

Participate now in AIRINC’s short survey on managing flexibility and addressing high interest rates in U.S. Domestic...

Surveys & Benchmarks, Trends, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations,

Webinars and Events

November 8, 2023

Munich Mobility Forum

K2and AIRINC ran a joint mobility event in Munich in October, with four sessions exploring different facets of Global...

Remote Work, Europe, Partnerships, Trends, Industry Events

Domestic Relocation

November 7, 2023

Delivering the goods: how do you keep up with the ever-changing demands of the market?

Weston, you have worked at AIRINC for over 11 years, how has role changed over the years? Over the past 11 years my...

Lump Sum Calculator, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations, Strategy & Design, Flexibility,

Technology

November 2, 2023

Which is the most appropriate assignment package? Ask the experts!

Imagine…As a Global Mobility Expert, you get asked by the business to give more flexibility to determine the ideal...

AIMS - Mobility Decision Guide, Flexibility, Mobility Policy,

Webinars and Events

October 31, 2023

A Day of Innovation and Networking in Perth

Jason and I had the pleasure of attending the highly anticipated Jasper Perth Mobility Focus, hosted at the QT Hotel on...

Remote Work, Asia, Industry Events,

Domestic Relocation

October 30, 2023

Simplifying Domestic Relocations: Streamlining Program Administration

A large automotive company needed to simplify their program administration by enabling their partners to access their...

Lump Sum Calculator, Lump Sums, Housing & Utilities, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations,

Webinars and Events

October 27, 2023

Do you need a refresher on the COLA and exchange rates?

Whether you're new to Global Mobility or you've been in the industry for a while, do you need a refresher on the basics...

AIRINC Events, Cost of Living / COLA, Back to Basics, Currency

Webinars and Events

October 24, 2023

Webinar: Fireside Chat with Intel

Join us for a Fireside Chat with Sally Harris, Intel's Domestic Relocation Design Program Manager. With her extensive...

Webinars, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations, Mobility Policy,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

October 23, 2023

Rising Rental Markets: Key Data Points and Trends

Every quarter AIRINC provides a comprehensive and insightful update on our cost-of-living research, including a...

Data Points, Europe, Asia, Africa, Research, Housing & Utilities, North America,

About AIRINC

October 18, 2023

The Power of Team Building

Recently, the APAC team participated in our annual team-building event at an Escape Room. Divided into two groups, we...

Asia, Fun, Surveys & Benchmarks, Roundtables,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

October 17, 2023

IPTU in Brazil. What’s it all about?

Brazil is a beautiful country with diverse landscapes and a rich culture. Sources tell me expats are always excited...

Data Points, Tax, Latin America, Research, Housing & Utilities, Developmental Assignments,

About AIRINC

October 16, 2023

850 Reasons Why You Should Use AIRINC For Your Domestic Moves!

Meleah, AIRINC is better known for international data, but could you tell us about AIRINC's domestic data? We have...

Data Points, Research, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

October 13, 2023

Currency Performance: Best and Worst September 2023

Exchange rates for the month of September were more stable than previous months. Few currencies moved drastically...

Inflation, Economic Volatility, Research, Data and Infographics, Currency

About AIRINC

October 12, 2023

Major Upgrade to Calculators Supporting Cross-Border Compensation Assessments

AIRINC is delighted to release our new Global Salary Comparison (GSC) tool, which will be a one-stop-shop for any type...

Tax, API, One-Way Transfers, Compensation, Talent, Global Salary Comparison, Technology and Tools

Webinars and Events

October 11, 2023

Webinars: Two for the Price of One! Focus on Africa and Focus on Asia-Pacific

Join us for one or both of the webinars in our Focus On series where we share insights from our updated data research...

Webinars, Inflation, Asia, Africa, Research, Housing & Utilities, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency

Allowances & Exchange Rates

October 6, 2023

Discover the latest updates on rent increases, exchange rates, and tax changes around the world

Every quarter AIRINC provides a useful data points update on our cost-of-living research including housing, goods &...

Data Points, Inflation, Europe, Asia, Africa, Research, Housing & Utilities, North America, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency

About AIRINC

October 5, 2023

Have You Met Lynette Laurence?

In this "Have you met?" of an ongoing series, we meet Lynette Laurence. Based in the APAC Hong Kong office, Lynette...

AIRINC News, Asia, Roundtables, International Assignment Allowances

Allowances & Exchange Rates

October 4, 2023

Choosing the Right Tax Approach for Long-Term Temporary Assignments

In the world of long-term temporary assignments, two popular approaches are often used: the Home-Based Tax Equalized...

Tax, Housing & Utilities, Home-Based Assignments, Host-Based Assignments, Cost of Living / COLA,

Trends

October 2, 2023

Participate Now! Short-Term and International Commuter Assignment Policies Surveys

Benchmark your Short-Term and International Commuter Assignment Policies for a Competitive Edge! In today's globalized...

Commuters, Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks, Per Diems,

Trends

September 28, 2023

Benchmark Survey: International Remote Work

International remote work is now a part of Global Mobility’s lexicon. Employee requests to work from anywhere have...

Remote Work, Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks,

Domestic Relocation

September 26, 2023

The Benefits and Considerations of Domestic Lump Sums in Corporate Relocation

When you are relocating domestically what is the best solution for your company: full-service relocation, lump sum...

Lump Sum Calculator, Lump Sums, Housing & Utilities, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations,

Webinars and Events

September 25, 2023

Highlights from the AIRINC Roundtable in Buenos Aires

I had the amazing opportunity to travel to South America and host AIRINC’s first ever roundtables in Brazil and...

Inflation, Latin America, Housing & Utilities, Mobility Policy, Roundtables,

Trends

September 21, 2023

Should the CEO be involved in mobility programme design?

Mike, in developing mobility programmes, you have spent a lot of time interviewing stakeholders.

Advisory Services, Talent, Sustainability, Mobility Policy,

About AIRINC

September 20, 2023

If you could live anywhere in the world...where would it be?

If you could live and work in any location around the world, which factors would you consider when making your choice?...

AIRINC News, Tax, Global 150, Salary, Cost of Living / COLA,

Domestic Relocation

September 19, 2023

Optimizing Your Domestic Relocation Program: Five Innovative Strategies to Embrace

Domestic relocation has fundamentally changed since the pandemic. People’s lack of willingness to relocate, the desire...

Talent, North America, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations, White Papers & Articles,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

September 18, 2023

Currency Performance: Best and Worst August 2023

Currency movements for the month of August are mainly attributed to hyperinflation and government policy changes....

Economic Volatility, Research, Data and Infographics,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

September 15, 2023

Choosing the Right Assignment Approach: Understanding Compensation & Allowances

In the world of long-term temporary assignments, two popular approaches are often used: the Home-Based Tax Equalized...

Tax, Housing & Utilities, Home-Based Assignments, Host-Based Assignments, Cost of Living / COLA,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

September 14, 2023

Self-Serve Cost Estimates -- Your Way!

Run instant cost estimates with AIRINC’s Assignment Cost Estimator (ACE). ACE offers a full tax engine combined with...

Tax, Assignment Cost Estimator, Data and Infographics

Trends

September 13, 2023

Global Tax Chat #3: Tax Updates, New Housing Programs and Remote Work

On September 12th, AIRINC hosted our third Global Tax Chat. I was joined by my colleague, Jeremy Piccoli, and our...

Tax, International Tax Guide, Remote Work, Asia, Housing & Utilities, North America,

Domestic Relocation

September 12, 2023

Helping Industry Leaders with U.S. Domestic Programs

Chris, you host a regular U.S. Domestic roundtable discussion. What hot topics and trends are industry leaders focused...

United States of America, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations,

Webinars and Events

September 8, 2023

Webinar: Global Tax Chat - the next edition!

Remote Work continues to be a hot topic and concern for companies. Are you aware of your tax obligations as an employer...

Webinars, Tax, International Tax Guide, Remote Work,

Trends

September 7, 2023

How to enable more mobility – for the business and the employee!

A leading conglomerate wanted to promote more mobility within the organization. Not only were mobile opportunities...

Advisory Services, Talent, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

September 6, 2023

Understanding Key Money: A Surprising Cost for Renters in Japan

When expatriates embark on the search for rental housing in Japan, it is crucial for them to be mindful of an...

Data Points, International Housing Guide, Asia, Housing & Utilities,

Trends

September 4, 2023

China Extends Preferential Tax Regimes, Again

On August 28, 2023, the Chinese Ministry of Finance and the State Administration of Taxation jointly announced another...

Tax, International Tax Guide, Asia,

Technology

August 31, 2023

Introducing Dark Mode: Enhancing Partner and Client Experience with AIRLinc

We are excited to introduce a new addition developed by our talented Engineering team: AIRLinc users can now experience...

AIRINC News, API, Partnerships, Technology and Tools,

Trends

August 30, 2023

ESG in Global Mobility: Make your program sustainable across all three pillars

ESG is firmly in the global mobility spotlight. Across all three pillars, mobility has a role to play. From reducing...

Sustainability, White Papers & Articles, Environmental/Social/Governance (ESG),

Allowances & Exchange Rates

August 29, 2023

Comparing Home-Based Tax Equalized and Host Plus Assignments

In the world of long-term temporary assignments, two popular approaches are often used: the Home-Based Tax Equalized...

Tax, Housing & Utilities, Home-Based Assignments, Host-Based Assignments, Cost of Living / COLA

Domestic Relocation

August 25, 2023

Helping Talent Acquisition Attract Talent to High Cost US Locations

The mobility team at a leading biotechnology company was looking for ways to partner with their Talent Acquisition...

Housing & Utilities, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations,

Trends

August 24, 2023

What’s unique about APAC mobility programs?

Jason, you help a lot of APAC Hq’ed companies develop mobility programs, what’s unique about the APAC context? Many...

Advisory Services, Talent, Sustainability, Mobility Policy,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

August 23, 2023

Complete Tax Engine for Cost Estimates

Did you know that AIRINC has both a full tax engine and all of the allowance data that you need to run complete cost...

Tax, Assignment Cost Estimator, Data and Infographics

Trends

August 22, 2023

What Permanent Establishment (PE) means to global mobility professionals and how to manage PE risk

Permanent Establishment (PE) refers to a "taxable presence" that can result in corporate income tax or other taxes on...

Tax, International Tax Guide, Remote Work, Social Security,

Trends

August 17, 2023

Optimizing Mobility Functions: Key Steps for Success #1

One of the best things about working at AIRINC is getting to talk to so many different people across a variety of...

Advisory Services, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

August 16, 2023

Quarterly Update: Global Talent Locations and Inflation Rates - What You Need to Know

We have been watching top locations where companies send their key talent - view our interactive Goods & Services...

Inflation, Talent, Inflation Impact Analysis,

Trends

August 15, 2023

Designing your mobility program, or is it programme?

Mike, you have designed a lot of mobility programs for European companies. What should companies consider if they want...

Advisory Services, Talent, Sustainability, Mobility Policy,

Webinars and Events

August 14, 2023

AIRINC Roundtable in Rio: Insights and Initiatives for Global Mobility Professionals

I had the amazing opportunity to travel to South America and host AIRINC’s first ever roundtables in Brazil and...

Latin America, Housing & Utilities, Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Mobility Policy, Roundtables,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

August 11, 2023

Currency Performance: Best and Worst July 2023

Currency Performance: Best and Worst from July 2023 This July, many currencies lost value with the U.S. dollar,...

Economic Volatility, Research, Data and Infographics,

Trends

August 10, 2023

ESG in Global Mobility: More Top Tips for Sustainability

ESG is firmly in the global mobility spotlight. Across all three pillars, mobility has a role to play. From reducing...

Sustainability, White Papers & Articles, Environmental/Social/Governance (ESG),

Trends

August 9, 2023

Mobility Tax Summer School 301: Class complete!

On August 8, 2023, we held our final session in our summer school series on Mobility Taxation. This time, I had the...

Tax, Social Security, Compensation, Data and Infographics, Payroll, Pensions

Trends

August 8, 2023

To insource or outsource, that is the question!

In setting up your optimal organization design there are many questions such as should I insource or outsource? Should...

Advisory Services, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools,

Webinars and Events

August 4, 2023

Insights and Collaboration: Reflections from AIRINC's Singapore Roundtable Discussions

AIRINC has recently hosted another successful roundtable discussion in Singapore, where corporate companies come...

Asia, Housing & Utilities, Roundtables, Host-Based Assignments,

Trends

August 1, 2023

Key Insights from Employee Surveys: Understanding the Impact of International Assignments on Careers

As part of our consultative work, AIRINC runs employee-sentiment surveys. Companies often request employee surveys...

Advisory Services, Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

July 31, 2023

Rent Increases, Exchange Rates, and Tax Updates: Insights into Global Cost of Living

Every quarter AIRINC provide data points update on our cost-of-living research including housing, goods & services, tax...

Data Points, Research,

About AIRINC

July 28, 2023

Hong Kong's Korean Street: An Enclave of Korean Culture in the Heart of the City

Joining AIRINC as a Research Analyst, one of my first tasks was to conduct AIRINC’s cost-of-living research in none...

Asia, Research, Data and Infographics,

Trends

July 27, 2023

Mobility Tax Summer School 201: Taxes, Tax Protection, and More

Recently we continued our summer school series on Mobility Taxation. This time joining me for class 201 was Jennifer...

Tax, Data and Infographics

Trends

July 26, 2023

Why the world needs more global mobility

At AIRINC we believe mobility makes the world a better place. This is front and center in our mission statement “We...

Advisory Services, Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy,

Trends

July 25, 2023

Germany's Immigration Reforms: Attracting Global Talent

The realm of Global Mobility is swiftly bouncing back from the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, and Germany is...

Webinars, Europe, Surveys & Benchmarks

About AIRINC

July 20, 2023

A Tale of Three Cities: Exploring the Diverse Climates of Kazakhstan

It was the best of times, it was the unpredictable weather of times. Two weeks in Kazakhstan took me through three...

Asia, Research, Data and Infographics,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

July 7, 2023

Currency Performance: Best and Worst June 2023

Currency Performance: Best and Worst from June 2023 Foreign reserves and political instability highlight the currency...

Economic Volatility, Research, Data and Infographics,

Trends

July 6, 2023

Mission: impossible - Talent strategy alignment

Mission: impossible - Talent strategy alignment A large EMEA -based multinational company wanted to re-evaluate its...

Advisory Services, Talent, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy,

Webinars and Events

July 4, 2023

AIRINC in Australia

We were thrilled to be in Sydney for the Jasper Global Mobility Forum in June, following our successful event in...

Industry Events, Data and Infographics, Mobility Policy, Oceania

Allowances & Exchange Rates

July 3, 2023

Allowances to Complete your Cost Estimates

Did you know that AIRINC has both a full tax engine and all of the allowance data that you need to run complete cost...

Tax, Assignment Cost Estimator, Data and Infographics

Trends

June 29, 2023

Participate Now - Benchmark Survey on International Remote Work

International remote work is now a part of Global Mobility’s lexicon. Employee requests to work from anywhere have...

Remote Work, Surveys & Benchmarks, Mobility Policy

Trends

June 28, 2023

Mobility Tax Summer School Series, class 101 done!

Yesterday marked the exciting start of our highly anticipated summer school series on Mobility Taxation. Joining me for...

Tax, Data and Infographics

Trends

June 27, 2023

Who has written the most global mobility policies ever?

AIRINC can help you refresh your Strategy, Process, or Policy. But who are the people behind the scenes? And who has...

AIRINC News, Advisory Services, Mobility Policy

Webinars and Events

June 23, 2023

AI, APIs, Automation - OH MY! Listen again to our Webinar on Technology's Impact on Global Mobility

Webinar: AI, APIs, Automation - OH MY! Technology's Impact on Global Mobility Technology has the ability to greatly...

Webinars, API, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools,

Webinars and Events

June 22, 2023

AIRINC in Sao Paulo

I had the amazing opportunity to travel to South America and host AIRINC’s first ever roundtables in Brazil and...

Latin America, Mobility Policy, Roundtables,

Allowances & Exchange Rates

June 20, 2023

Reimburse your employees' personal auto-use consistently across the globe

Are your employees using their personal vehicles for business purposes? Now you can use AIRINC's Global Driving...

Transportation, Data and Infographics

Trends

June 19, 2023

What does a DE&I and Talent Focused Mobility Program look like?

What does a DE&I and Talent Focused Mobility Program look like? A leading healthcare company needed their global...

Advisory Services, Talent, Mobility Policy

About AIRINC

June 15, 2023

Have you met Laura Bayne?

In the next in our "Have you met?" series, we meet our Chief Information Officer Laura Bayne.

AIRINC News, Assignment Cost Estimator

About Airinc

June 13, 2023

ESG in Global Mobility - Part 1: Policy Top Tips

ESG in Global Mobility - Part 1: Policy Top Tips ESG is firmly in the global mobility spotlight. Across all three...

Sustainability

Compensation

June 9, 2023

Time to Rethink How You Set Compensation Levels: a focus on inflation

AIRINC head to Barcelona next week for the 14th Annual edition of the 'HRcoreREWARD' seminar.

Inflation, Compensation

Webinars and Events

June 7, 2023

Webinar Series: Mobility Tax

AIRINC and Global Tax Network are bringing you a three-part webinar series this summer on Mobility Tax. If you are an...

Webinars, Tax

Allowances & Exchange Rates

June 5, 2023

Self-Serve Cost Estimates for Domestic and International Mobility

Run instant cost estimates with AIRINC’s Assignment Cost Estimator (ACE). ACE offers a full tax engine combined with...

Assignment Cost Estimator, Domestic Relocations, Long-Term Assignments

About AIRINC

June 1, 2023

Benchmarking at AIRINC, who’s behind all our great reports?

AIRINC can help you refresh your Strategy, Process, or Policy. But who are the people behind the scenes? Our Director...

Surveys & Benchmarks

Allowances & Exchange Rates

May 31, 2023

How do you manage your housing budgets?

Housing can be one of the most emotional aspects of an assignment: securing a safe and comfortable rental is often top...

Housing & Utilities

Allowances & Exchange Rates

May 26, 2023

Quarterly Update #2: How Much Inflation are the Top Global Talent Locations Experiencing?

We have been watching top locations where companies send their key talent - view our interactive Goods & Services...

Inflation, Talent, Inflation Impact Analysis

Allowances & Exchange Rates

May 24, 2023

Currency Performance: Best and Worst March 2023

March 2023 was quiet for currency movements compared to previous months. We have few volatile currencies this month...

Inflation, Research

Webinars and Events

May 23, 2023

Join us for Corporate Roundtables in Argentina and Brazil!

Please join us for a corporate roundtable hosted by AIRINC, LATAM Talks, and Brazil Talks. AIRINC’s Stephanie De Los...

Latin America, AIRINC Events

Trends

May 22, 2023

Enabling dual careers in the global workplace

Work permit regulations are complicated across the world. One organisation we work with is the Permits Foundation. The...

Partnerships, Dual Careers

Trends

May 17, 2023

Have you learnt the language?

My colleague Anraoi recently wrote about the importance of providing cultural training to employees, so they’re better...

Assignment Cost Estimator, Long-Term Assignments, Mobility Policy

Trends

May 16, 2023

Radically Redesign for Sustainability

Corporate sustainability goals have been adopted by virtually all organizations and the imperative to change has made...

Sustainability, White Papers & Articles

Allowances & Exchange Rates

May 15, 2023

Need some expat tax updates?

Every quarter AIRINC provide data points update on our cost-of-living research including housing, goods & services, tax...

Data Points, Tax, AIRINC Events

About Airinc

May 12, 2023

What are the trends in China?

This week was eventful for the AIRINC APAC team. On May 9, AIRINC was invited to the 2023 Global Mobility Conference...

Asia, Industry Events, Mobility Policy

Trends

May 10, 2023

Pulse Survey: Perspectives on AI in Global Mobility

Talk of artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere these days. Although its influence on Global Mobility is still...

Surveys & Benchmarks, Technology and Tools

Compensation

May 4, 2023

Attracting and retaining key talent in new markets

A San Francisco-based European company was looking to break into a new growth industry that required hiring and...

Talent, Geographic Differential Index, Salary

Trends

May 3, 2023

New Ways for International One-Way Transfers: An Adviser to the Business

One-way moves used to be just for permanent transfers, but global mobility is finding creative ways to apply this...

Assignment Cost Estimator, One-Way Transfers, Salary

Allowances & Exchange Rates

April 27, 2023

Haggling Rents In Brunei: A Way To Bond?

After this year’s Spring Festival, I went to Kuala Belait in Brunei to conduct AIRINC’s cost-of-living research. In...

Asia, Research, Cost of Living / COLA

Allowances & Exchange Rates

April 26, 2023

Why it is important to keep the market basket updated (and to make those updates gradually)?

The market basket is a key element in establishing the Cost-of-Living Allowance (COLA), so it is important that Global...

Market Basket, Methodology, Cost of Living / COLA

Allowances & Exchange Rates

April 25, 2023

Singapore housing: get the details behind the headlines

Singapore has long been a popular destination for companies and expatriate professionals, thanks to its safety,...

International Housing Guide, Asia, Housing & Utilities

Trends

April 24, 2023

Proactively Promote Diversity

There is a strong movement to promote DE&I within and throughout mobility. With a more diverse mobility program, we can...

Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Surveys & Benchmarks

Webinars and Events

April 18, 2023

What are Boston Mobility Industry Leaders talking about?

In late March, AIRINC hosted industry leaders from the Boston area for a roundtable discussion and to provide their...

Remote Work, United States of America, Roundtables

Allowances & Exchange Rates

April 17, 2023

Developmental Housing: It's Not as Difficult as You Think

Developmental Housing In our most recent Mobility Outlook Survey for 2023, 30% of companies are expecting an increase...