A workforce globalization blog

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.

Suriname by the water
Allowances & Exchange Rates
December 19, 2024

Currency Update: November 2024

In November 2024, exchange rates were affected by government initiatives, conflict, rising prices, and high foreign...
Inflation, Economic Volatility, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Research, Data and Infographics, Inflation Impact Analysis, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency
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Allowances & Exchange Rates
December 18, 2024

Feel at Home Sustainably

Recently AIRINC moved offices in Boston.  On my way from the train station to the new office, I noticed a CORT...
Sustainability, Housing & Utilities, Mobility Policy, Furnishing Rental & Allowance,
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Domestic Relocation
December 17, 2024

India Domestic Relocation Survey 2024: Key Trends, Insights, and Downloadable Report

Following the launch of our recent India Domestic Survey, this blog takes a closer look at some of the key eligibility...
Webinars, Advisory Services, Asia, Surveys & Benchmarks, Domestic COLA, Domestic Relocations,
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Allowances & Exchange Rates
December 11, 2024

What UK Private Schools' New VAT Rules Mean for Global Mobility Managers

On July 29th, 2024, the UK government announced that private schools would be subject to Value Added Tax (VAT) starting...
Tax, International Tax Guide, Europe, Mobility Policy, International Assignment Allowances, Education
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About AIRINC
December 10, 2024

2024 Wrapped: Our Top White Papers, Webinars, and Blogs

As 2024 winds down, you’ve probably seen your music streaming platform summary of the year—reminiscing about your top...
Webinars, AIRINC News, Mobility Outlook Survey, Tax, Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Surveys & Benchmarks, White Papers & Articles, Mobility Policy, Artificial Intelligence, balance sheet
Trends
December 9, 2024

Preparing for Emergencies During International Assignments

Planning an international assignment often involves meticulous attention to details like booking flights, finding...
Airfare, Data Points, Transportation, API, Research, Fun, Data and Infographics, Technology and Tools, Artificial Intelligence
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Webinars and Events
December 5, 2024

The Future of Global Mobility: Key Insights from EMEA Leaders

AIRINC recently hosted a group of EMEA Global Mobility Senior Leaders for a virtual roundtable. The discussions kicked...
Advisory Services, Employee Experience, One-Way Transfers, Surveys & Benchmarks, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools, Roundtables, Home-Based Assignments, Pensions, Short-Term Assignments
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Trends
December 3, 2024

Share your vision for the Future with AIRINC’s redesigned Mobility Outlook Survey

You are invited to take part in AIRINC's 2025 Mobility Outlook Survey.
Mobility Outlook Survey, Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Surveys & Benchmarks, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools, Artificial Intelligence
mobility marathon article
Trends
November 28, 2024

Running the Global Mobility Marathon: FINAL

I've had the privilege of running marathons across different parts of the world, and during my latest training, I was...
Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Africa, White Papers & Articles, Mobility Policy,
AIRINC at the Perth Jasper conference
Webinars and Events
November 26, 2024

Jasper Perth Mobility Focus 2024: A Day of Innovation & Collaboration

Jason and I were thrilled to attend the Jasper Perth Mobility Focus once again, held at the QT Hotel in October. The...
Employee Experience, Industry Events, White Papers & Articles, Mobility Policy, Oceania,
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Trends
November 25, 2024

Why Host-Plus Assignments Are Not Always Suitable for High-Hardship Locations

Host-Plus assignments have become a popular approach for international mobility, offering a middle ground between full...
Hardship, Advisory Services, One-Way Transfers, Surveys & Benchmarks, Host-Based Assignments,
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Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 20, 2024

Planning to travel during the upcoming holidays?

According to OAG, the busiest airports in the world are currently in London and Dubai — that also happens to be the...
Airfare, Data Points, Transportation, API, Research, Fun, Data and Infographics, Technology and Tools, Artificial Intelligence
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 19, 2024

A Day in the Life: Conducting a Cost-of-Living Survey in Luanda, Angola

Have you ever been to Luanda, Angola? Do you enjoy semba music? Have you ever wondered how researchers conduct...
Data Points, Transportation, Africa, Research, Housing & Utilities, Fun, Data and Infographics, Cost of Living / COLA, International Assignment Allowances
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About AIRINC
November 18, 2024

AIRINC's 2024 Annual People & Pets Spooktacular

AIRINC recently held its fifth annual virtual Halloween costume contest: SCARE-Inc’s Spooktacular. Employees from...
Webinars, AIRINC News, Fun, White Papers & Articles
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Trends
November 14, 2024

One-Way Transfers: The Increasingly Popular, Cost-Effective Solution for Global Mobility

As consultants in Global Mobility, we’re often hearing from companies that they’re looking for new ways to efficiently...
Webinars, Advisory Services, One-Way Transfers, Surveys & Benchmarks, Trends, Host-Based Assignments,
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Webinars and Events
November 13, 2024

Understanding Cost-of-Living ALLOWANCES (COLA): Join AIRINC’s Expert Webinar!

Ensuring fair and accurate expatriate compensation can be complex, especially when working across multiple...
Webinars, COLA Change Report, Domestic COLA, Methodology, Cost of Living / COLA, Back to Basics, Currency, International Assignment Allowances, balance sheet, AIRLinc
Emergencies on Assignment White Paper
Trends
November 12, 2024

New White Paper Release: Preparing for Emergencies in Global Assignments

For Global Mobility professionals, international assignments typically involve managing complex logistics: booking...
Webinars, Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks, Industry Events, White Papers & Articles, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy,
airinc data points
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 12, 2024

Global Expatriate Housing Trends: Q3 2024 Insights and Updates

Understanding the complexities of expatriate housing can be a daunting task, with markets fluctuating across different...
Data Points, International Housing Guide, Middle East, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Research, Housing & Utilities, North America, Oceania, Currency
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Trends
November 7, 2024

Managing Corporate Tax Risks in the Remote Work Era

According to our 2023 Commuter Benchmark Survey, nearly one-third of companies still require full-time commuting...
Tax, Commuters, Remote Work, Surveys & Benchmarks, Mobility Policy, Home-Based Assignments,
Tunis
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 6, 2024

Tuning into Tunis

On the northern coast of Africa, Tunis lies on the Mediterranean Sea as the capital city of Tunisia. Tunisia is nestled...
Data Points, Transportation, Africa, Research, Fun, Data and Infographics,
salmon in russia
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 5, 2024

Currency Update: October 2024

In October 2024, key factors influencing currency changes included new policies promoting the use of local currencies...
Inflation, Economic Volatility, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Research, Data and Infographics, Inflation Impact Analysis, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency
Housing
Domestic Relocation
November 4, 2024

NAR Insights from Industry-Leading Programs

AIRINC recently hosted a client-led discussion focused on the impact of the National Association of Realtors (NAR)...
International Housing Guide, Inflation, Research, Housing & Utilities, United States of America,
Back to Basics Webinar
Webinars and Events
October 31, 2024

Webinar: New Cross-Border Moves -- Where Do I Start?!

Planning an international assignment is a complex, high-stakes endeavor for companies and employees alike. Our upcoming...
Webinars, Tax, Compensation, Talent, Methodology, Strategy & Design, Back to Basics, Currency, International Assignment Allowances, balance sheet, AIRLinc
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 29, 2024

Rising Rents and Rental Realities: Understanding Germany’s Housing Landscape

Geographically, Germany lies in the heart of Europe and its central location makes it a key hub for trade, culture, and...
International Housing Guide, Inflation, Europe, Research, Housing & Utilities,
airinc data points
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 28, 2024

Expatriate Tax Updates for 2024 – Key Changes You Need to Know

Tax reforms across various countries are significantly impacting expatriates in 2024.
Data Points, Tax, Middle East, Inflation, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Research, North America, Oceania, Currency
host plus and one-way moves illustration
Trends
October 24, 2024

The Hidden Costs of Host-Plus Assignments: Why They Might Not Be as Budget-Friendly as You Think!

Host-Plus assignments have gained a reputation as a lower-cost alternative to home-based assignments, but are they as...
Webinars, Advisory Services, One-Way Transfers, Surveys & Benchmarks, Host-Based Assignments,
Event in Paris with Sterling
Webinars and Events
October 23, 2024

Sterling Lexicon Hosts Mobility Olympic Day in Paris: A Recap

On Thursday, October 10th, Sterling Lexicon brought together the global mobility community for a dynamic event in...
International Housing Guide, Europe, Housing & Utilities, Industry Events, Mobility Policy, Cost of Living / COLA,
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Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 22, 2024

Rideshare in Casablanca: Is it a good option for expats?

In August, I had the pleasure of conducting an onsite cost-of-living survey in Casablanca a second time. While there,...
Data Points, Transportation, Africa, Research, Fun, Data and Infographics,
AIRINC and International SOS webinar
Webinars and Events
October 21, 2024

Webinar: A Long Way From Home - Emergency Responses for Internationally Mobile Employees 

As a Mobility professional, you may know the latest accommodation options in Singapore or your company’s travel policy...
Webinars, Advisory Services, Employee Experience, Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks, Industry Events, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy,
AIRINCs Global 150 City Index
Trends
October 18, 2024

Exploring the Top 10 Cities in AIRINC’s 2024 Global 150 Index

If you could live anywhere in the world...where would it be? AIRINC’s Global 150 Index identifies cities with the...
AIRINC News, Tax, Middle East, Inflation, Global 150, Economic Volatility, Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Research, Housing & Utilities, North America, Data and Infographics, Oceania, Currency
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About AIRINC
October 16, 2024

Why Does AIRINC Partner with Other Service Providers?

Since our inception, partnering has always been part of AIRINC’s DNA and we are now taking it to a new level. At...
Assignment Cost Estimator, International Housing Guide, Listen/Partner/Deliver, API, Surveys & Benchmarks, Partnerships, White Papers & Articles, Technology and Tools, Cost of Living / COLA, Short-Term Assignments, Global Salary Calculator, AIRLinc
Singapore Roundtable
Webinars and Events
October 15, 2024

Insights from AIRINC's Singapore Roundtable on Mobility Programs

Recently, AIRINC hosted a thought-provoking roundtable discussion, delving into two pivotal benchmark publications on...
Surveys & Benchmarks, Industry Events, Strategy & Design, Long-Term Assignments, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools, Host-Based Assignments, Short-Term Assignments
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Technology
October 14, 2024

The AIRLinc Platform Frees up Your Time for Strategic Decisions

When you get ahead of mobility decisions, you can greatly increase the ROI of a talent deployment.
Assignment Cost Estimator, API, AIMS - Mobility Decision Guide, White Papers & Articles, Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools, Cost of Living / COLA, Short-Term Assignments, Global Salary Calculator, AIRLinc
Webinars and Events
October 10, 2024

Global Tax Changes: Spooky Updates from AIRINC's 7th Tax Chat

AIRINC’s 7th Global Tax Chat took a spooky turn. But do not be afraid, we are here to help you when global tax issues...
Webinars, AIRINC News, Tax, Assignment Cost Estimator, International Tax Guide, Remote Work, Europe, Social Security, North America, AIRINC Events
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 8, 2024

September 2024 Currency Update: Exchange Rates and Global Market Impact

In September 2024, exchange rates were most affected by interest rate changes, natural resource availability, and...
Inflation, Economic Volatility, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Research, Data and Infographics, Inflation Impact Analysis, Cost of Living / COLA, Currency
Webinars and Events
October 7, 2024

Join the Global Workforce Symposium 2024: Transform Talent Mobility

AIRINC's Morgan Crosby and Publicis Karen Welch join forces to present “Charting a Bold Path: Crafting Fit for Purpose...
Advisory Services, Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks, North America, Industry Events, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy,
airinc data points
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,
north american housing
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,
Global Tax Show October
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,
sunflowers
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
Japan
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,
mobility marathon article
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
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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,
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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
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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
Sandra Photo
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,
back to basics image education
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
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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
mobility marathon article
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,
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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
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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,
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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,
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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
stay informed with AIRINC's currency update showing pictures of currencies around the world
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
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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
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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,
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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,
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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,
back to basics image education
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
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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
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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
word cloud of AIRINC customer survey
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,
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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,
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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
Building in Brussels, Belgium
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,
AIRINC Advisory Services
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
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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,
stay informed with AIRINC's currency update showing pictures of currencies around the world
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
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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,
mobility outloook survey
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
employee experience webinar
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,
Assignment Cost Estimates
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
ice cream bowl
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,
Technology at AIRINC
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,
back to basics image education
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
money tree
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,
illustration indicating global tax
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,
mobility outloook survey
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
Sheri from AIRINC pictured on a background of the GME event in Dallas
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
housing
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,
one-way transfers
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
Assignment Cost Estimator
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
Technology at AIRINC
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
Short term and commuter webinar
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,
Global Mobility Tax
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,
back to basics
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
global salary evaluation tool
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
mobility outloook survey
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,
mobility adviser
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,
Global Mobility Tax
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,
Bay Area Mobility Management conference
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
AI Webinar
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
ho chi minh
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,
Mission Statement
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,
science based targets
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,
global salary evaluation tool
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
AIRINC 70th Birthday Celebration
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
NIGERIA
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
photo competition
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
webinar
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,
Hong Kong apartment
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
United Kingdom
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),
happy holidays
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,
global tax chat
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,
mobility decisions via technology
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,
remote work webinar global tax chat
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,
Japan cityscape
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 3, 2023

AIRINC Survey: DE&I and the Social ESG pillar

Time and again when I speak with clients, DE&I is at or near the top of their to-do list. The C-Suite is driving...
Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Surveys & Benchmarks, Environmental/Social/Governance (ESG),
Employee surveys cases
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,
Hong Kong, Korea Street, pricing survey
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
Morgan Crosby AIRINC
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 30, 2023

How are companies looking at the Social pillar of ESG?

The Pillars of ESG are a big focus area for many companies. In boardrooms around the world there is a strong impetus to...
Surveys & Benchmarks, Mobility Policy, Environmental/Social/Governance (ESG)
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
Webinars and Events
May 19, 2023

Global Tax Chat#2: Summary - Social Security

In our second Global Tax Chat we focused on social security and were joined by our host Robert Zeitz and special guest...
Tax, Social Security
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
Singapore housing
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...
Housing & Utilities, Developmental Assignments
Dubai Housing
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 13, 2023

What are the reasons behind the rise in rents in Dubai?

Dubai is a popular city known for its luxurious lifestyle, world-class infrastructure, and stunning skyscrapers. Over...
Asia, Research, Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 12, 2023

Currency Performance: Best and Worst February 2023

The countries in this month’s exchange rate changes all experienced a depreciation with their currencies due to...
Inflation, Research
Trends
April 11, 2023

Sustainability: it’s time to make a change!

Whenever there is a new trending topic in the Global Mobility space, I’ve begun to recognize a pattern in how programs...
Sustainability
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 6, 2023

The latest results are in! Housing increases in Singapore, United Arab Emirates and more!

Every quarter AIRINC provide data points update on our cost-of-living research including housing, goods & services, tax...
Data Points, Research
Domestic Relocation
April 5, 2023

Financial support for relocating homeowners in the United States… target mortgage or overall cost-of-living?

Housing affordability and increased costs have long presented challenges for domestic relocation. Mortgage rates in the...
Housing & Utilities, United States of America, Domestic COLA
Trends
April 4, 2023

New Ways for International One-Way Transfers: Process 101

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
Webinars and Events
April 3, 2023

Key Takeaways from the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, & Medical Device Round Table – March 2023

AIRINC facilitated another Pharma, Biotech, and medical device round table session with strategic leaders from around...
Inflation, Remote Work, Roundtables
Trends
March 31, 2023

Culture Shock!

Moving to an entirely new surrounding can be an exciting, scary and challenging process. An expat moving to a new...
Hardship, Mobility Policy
Trends
March 28, 2023

Leverage Dynamic Technology

With many audiences consuming mobility for a variety of talent deployment opportunities, there is great need to...
Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks
Trends
March 27, 2023

Download: ESG in Global Mobility - Top Ten Tips

As organizations strive to achieve sustainable operations, global mobility is being asked to contribute to the...
White Papers & Articles, Environmental/Social/Governance (ESG)
About AIRINC
March 23, 2023

Have you met Jeremy Piccoli?

In the next in our "Have you met?" series, we meet Jeremy Piccoli. Jeremy joined AIRINC in 2012, after spending 6 years...
Tax, International Tax Guide, North America
Domestic Relocation
March 21, 2023

Key Takeaways for 2023 Domestic Relocation Strategy

AIRINC recently moderated a session with US Domestic Relocation program leaders to share insights and solicit feedback...
United States of America, Flexibility, Roundtables
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 20, 2023

Fresh Data, Fresh Perspectives

All photos by Olivia Aiken Fresh Data, Fresh Perspectives Wow, what a lifechanging experience. I spent a week in Buenos...
Latin America, Research, Cost of Living / COLA
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 17, 2023

How much is a pint of Guinness?

Happy St Patrick's Day On St Patrick's day, we see celebrations around the world. Irish culture and history is...
Fun, Cost of Living / COLA
Trends
March 16, 2023

How can Mobility teams benefit from EOR and related services?

With the rise of remote work we've seen an increase in companies utilizing Employer of Record (EOR) services. This is...
Localization, Remote Work, Long-Term Assignments
About AIRINC
March 14, 2023

AIRINC is 69 Years Old!

This week is a significant date in AIRINC's history as we turn 69 years old.
AIRINC News, Fun, Partnerships
Trends
March 9, 2023

What is the Mobility Outlook for 2023? The results are in!

2023 Mobility Outlook Survey - Global Results Since the pandemic, mobility has quickly modernized and become a...
Surveys & Benchmarks, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy
Technology
March 7, 2023

Why Should I Care About APIs?

The term, API, often gets raised when talking about making Global Mobility’s work easier and faster. Why is it...
API, White Papers & Articles
Trends
March 6, 2023

New Ways for International One-Way Transfers: Transferring with Caution

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
Trends
March 1, 2023

Default to Flexibility

In my prior blog post I proposed that mobility needs to support new audiences and to enable global talent strategies....
Flexibility, Mobility Policy
About AIRINC
February 27, 2023

Have you met Sandra De Bruyker?

Sandra De Bruyker joined AIRINC’s Client Engagement team in Brussels as a Client Engagement manager in 2007. She is now...
Assignment Cost Estimator, International Housing Guide, Europe
Compensation
February 24, 2023

How are organisations planning to change their overall compensation philosophy?

How are organisations planning to change their overall compensation philosophy? Compensation approaches are becoming...
Surveys & Benchmarks, Trends, Salary
Technology
February 23, 2023

Introducing Expateo, AIRINC's latest tech partner

AIRINC are pleased to announce our partnership with EXPATEO. Based in the Basque Country, EXPATEO is specialized in the...
API
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 22, 2023

What does ChatGPT think of the European Expatriate Tax Concessions?

Many of us have only recently heard about new Artificial Intelligence tools to help with conversations and written...
Tax, Europe, Technology and Tools
About AIRINC
February 21, 2023

2022: A Visual Journey

Our best photos from 2022! Each year, AIRINC hosts a photo contest to help bring us together and share our adventures...
Fun
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 14, 2023

Global Tax Chat Premiere Summary

Our inaugural Global Tax Chat covered a range of tax topics useful to global mobility managers. Here is a quick summary...
Tax, Social Security, AIRINC Events
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 13, 2023

Manage Your Housing Budgets with AIRINC

Housing can be one of the most emotional aspects of an assignment: securing a safe and comfortable rental is often top...
International Housing Guide, Housing & Utilities
Trends
February 7, 2023

Serve New Audiences

Global mobility needs a new elevator speech; a new way of describing what the function does; relocating talent doesn’t...
Surveys & Benchmarks, Developmental Assignments
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 6, 2023

U.S.A./Hungary Income Tax Treaty Terminated

The U.S. Treasury Department recently announced that the U.S.A./Hungary Income Tax Treaty (in force since 1979) is...
Tax, Europe, United States of America
Trends
February 3, 2023

New Ways for International One-Way Transfers: More Uses, Still One Approach

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
Compensation
February 2, 2023

Making insightful compensation decisions

Our latest solutions in the compensation space provide insights and intelligence that complement the market salary data...
Inflation Impact Analysis, Global Reward Index Calculator
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 1, 2023

How has Scotland’s rent freeze impacted the housing market?

Residential rental markets in cities around Scotland are facing the difficult reality of low supply of rental units...
Europe, Research, Housing & Utilities
Technology
January 27, 2023

Our Goal is Your Goal

AIRINC’s product team continually collaborates with clients to ensure our tools meet your evolving needs. Our...
Technology and Tools
people laptop global mobility
Trends
January 26, 2023

What does 2023 have in store for Global Mobility?

As 2022 was wrapping up, we polled all AIRINCers for their predictions on what the Global Mobility industry would be...
Surveys & Benchmarks, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 24, 2023

Key Things You Need to Know About Inflation and Your Global Mobility Program - Step 3: Other Allowances

How does inflation impact 'other allowances'? With inflation continuing to be a global issue, let’s review some key...
Inflation
About AIRINC
January 23, 2023

Happy Chinese New Year 2023 from AIRINC!

Happy New Year from your team at AIRINC! Wishing you and your family a healthy and peaceful new year!
Asia, Fun
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 19, 2023

Currency Performance: Worst & Best in November 2022

The main factors causing currency fluctuations this month are inflation forecasts, changes in domestic money supply,...
Inflation, Research
Compensation
January 18, 2023

Best practices for incorporating inflation into your salary review process

Join AIRINC at this interactive session with WorldatWork Webinar to learn how inflation impacts spending power and...
Inflation, Industry Events, Global Salary Comparison
Trends
January 17, 2023

Can a recession be good for global mobility?

As we start the new year there is concern in our industry about the possibility of a recession and how it will impact...
Advisory Services, Talent, Domestic Relocations
About AIRINC
January 16, 2023

How many trees did we plant?

With Your Support, We Planted 505 Trees! We experimented with a new Green Marketing approach at events throughout 2022....
Sustainability, Industry Events
Trends
January 12, 2023

New Ways for International One-Way Transfers: Creative Use Cases

One-Way Transfers: Creative Use Cases One-way moves used to be just for permanent transfers, but global mobility is...
Assignment Cost Estimator, One-Way Transfers, Salary
Technology
January 11, 2023

The Power of Partnership: AIRINC + Equus

Leveraging technology, data, and advice to put customers first and drive talent deployment to new heights Recently,...
API, Partnerships
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 10, 2023

The latest results are in! Rent increase in Germany, country tax updates, and more!

Data Points: A Selection of AIRINC Research Results Every quarter AIRINC provide data points update on our...
Data Points, Tax, Research
About AIRINC
January 5, 2023

Happy New Year 2023 from AIRINC!

Happy New Year from your team at AIRINC! We would like to wish everyone a happy new year.
Fun, Trends
Allowances & Exchange Rates
December 23, 2022

Key Things You Need to Know About Inflation and Your Global Mobility Program - Step 2 Host Housing & Utilities

How does inflation impact Host Housing and Utilities? With inflation continuing to be a global issue, let’s review some...
Inflation, Housing & Utilities
Webinars and Events
December 21, 2022

AIRINC APAC Roundtable Discussion Highlights – Singapore

Singapore Roundtable - Join Us! Back in September 2022, AIRINC organized the first in-person roundtable discussion for...
Asia, Roundtables
Trends
December 20, 2022

AIRINC & NetExpat Talent Remobilization Joint White Paper

Talent Remobilization Survey Results In our conversations with our clients and prospects alike, AIRINC and NetExpat...
Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks, Partnerships
About AIRINC
December 19, 2022

An AIRINC’er is coming to town!

On a recent DE&I team call, my colleague Yaira Soriano, one of AIRINC’s internal cost of living researchers, mentioned...
Europe, Research, Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I)
Trends
December 15, 2022

New Ways for International One-Way Transfers: A Blog Series

In the past several years, global mobility has evolved tremendously. Historically, the mobility function has been...
Assignment Cost Estimator, One-Way Transfers, Salary
Technology
December 14, 2022

Do you need a Dynamic Policy Generator?

Manage Your Flexible Policy with AIMS Policies are becoming more flexible and dynamic. Traditional static written...
Solution Overview
Domestic Relocation
December 13, 2022

What are the most expensive locations in the USA?

According to AIRINC's recent U.S. Domestic Relocation benchmark, 29% of companies provide a cost of living allowance...
Housing & Utilities, United States of America, Domestic COLA
Trends
December 12, 2022

What is the Mobility Tax Outlook for 2023?

I want to provide my views on what to expect in the tax world for 2023. I think we can draw some broad generalizations...
Tax, Europe, United States of America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
December 9, 2022

Key Things You Need to Know About Inflation and Your Global Mobility Program - Step 1 COLA

How does inflation impact COLA? With inflation continuing to be a global issue, let’s review some key areas that...
Inflation
Allowances & Exchange Rates
December 6, 2022

Currency Performance: Worst & Best in October 2022

The United States’ rate increases continue to impact currency changes and a variety of domestic issues. At the domestic...
Inflation, Research
Allowances & Exchange Rates
December 5, 2022

Tax implications of the World Cup

The World Cup competition began in Qatar on Sunday, November 20. Many commentators have discussed the political...
Tax, Fun
About AIRINC
December 1, 2022

Halloween Costume Contest 2022

AIRINC recently held its third annual virtual Halloween costume contest (The SCARE-Inc Spooktacular). Employees from...
Fun
Trends
November 28, 2022

What is the best way to address inflation and economic volatility for globally mobile talent?

One-way transfers and other host-based compensation assignments have grown in popularity over the past several years....
Inflation, One-Way Transfers, Home-Based Assignments
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 25, 2022

Did you know that Topia users can buy AIRINC data directly through the Topia platform?

Are you accessing data through an AMS platform? There are several benefits in accessing our data directly through an...
API, Partnerships, Technology and Tools
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 24, 2022

Mobility Tax Developments in the U.K. Autumn Statement

New U.K. Tax Update for Global Mobility The new UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, released the U.K. Autumn...
Tax, Europe
Compensation
November 23, 2022

What are we hearing in the market about remote work?

On the road again! It sure feels good to be traveling for work again after an almost 3-year moratorium! Recently, I was...
Remote Work, COVID
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 15, 2022

Data Points: LATAM Special

Data Points: LATAM special! Every quarter AIRINC provide data points update on our cost-of-living research including...
Data Points, Latin America, Research
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 14, 2022

Tax considerations for the LGBTQ+ community

Spotlight on LGBTQ+ Mobility This week I had the honor of presenting on Benivo’s “The View from the Top” show called...
Tax, Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I)
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 10, 2022

Why You Should Spend More Time Thinking About Furniture Rental

How can your mobility policy be more sustainable? Companies are rapidly deploying sustainability initiatives into their...
Sustainability, Partnerships, Furnishing Rental & Allowance
Trends
November 9, 2022

Where do you find your people when abroad?

Expat or ExPaddy? Ireland has always had a long history of emigration. Half the population emigrated in the 1800’s...
Europe, Fun
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 4, 2022

UPDATE: 2022 State Tax Ballot Initiatives

UPDATE: What are the key individual U.S. tax referendums? This month, voters across the country voted not only for...
Tax, United States of America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 3, 2022

U.S. Housing Market Update: October 2022

The U.S. housing markets continue to surge! Even with mortgage rate hikes, the U.S. housing market surge continues....
Housing & Utilities, United States of America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 31, 2022

Update on tax developments in Russia and Ukraine

Tax Policy in the face of conflict It has been interesting to see how tax policy evolves in the face of conflict. We...
Tax, Europe
Trends
October 27, 2022

Tactics to drive Talent Strategy in High-Cost Markets

An interview with a global Pharma leader Mobility programs are seeking to partner with talent acquisition/recruiting to...
Talent, Housing & Utilities
About AIRINC
October 26, 2022

How are the Hong Kong team embracing the AIRINC 'Green Theme'?

The Hong Kong Team are Going Green! Last year, we set up a ‘green team’ at AIRINC to promote sustainable business...
AIRINC News, Asia, Sustainability
Trends
October 25, 2022

Around Germany in (less than!) 80 days!

What is the latest from Germany? Last week I had the pleasure of attending and presenting at the Annual Global Mobility...
Europe, Surveys & Benchmarks, Industry Events
Trends
October 24, 2022

Trends from AIRINC’s Long-term Assignment Benchmark Survey

Assignment Allowances: Focus on Premiums and Cost of Living Does your company pay a mobility premium for Long-term...
Surveys & Benchmarks, Long-Term Assignments
Trends
October 19, 2022

What is “Semigration” in South Africa

News from the road We live in a new normal, due to various recent events, and many people find themselves with more...
Remote Work, Africa, Flexibility
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 17, 2022

How are worldwide currencies performing?

Currency Performance: Worst & Best in September 2022 The United States’ interest rate hikes, account deficits, and...
Inflation, Research
About AIRINC
October 14, 2022

Meet our CEO, Jeff Hawk!

Jeff joined AIRINC in 1992 and just celebrated his thirty-year anniversary at the company this August! He started as a...
AIRINC News, Listen/Partner/Deliver
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 12, 2022

Qatar’s new social security law – what is the impact to Global Mobility?

What are the changes to social security in Qatar? Earlier this year, Qatar ratified Social Insurance Law No. 1 which...
Tax, Middle East
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 11, 2022

How does AIRINC use machine learning to determine airfare values?

According to Wikipedia, there are over 1,200 international passenger airports in the world. That means, in theory,...
Airfare, Technology and Tools
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 6, 2022

The latest results are in! Rent increase in Singapore, country tax updates, and more!

Data Points: A Selection of AIRINC Research Results Every quarter AIRINC provide data points update on our...
Data Points, Research
About AIRINC
October 5, 2022

Have you met Jade Chang?

Have you met Jade? Jade joined AIRINC in 2015 and has just celebrated her seventh work anniversary! She has always been...
Assignment Cost Estimator, North America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 4, 2022

What do the UK’s tax proposals mean for your mobility program?

Mini Budget in the UK - what is the impact? On Friday September 23, 2022, UK’s new Chancellor of the Exchequer Kwasi...
Tax, Europe
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 3, 2022

Do changes in the exchange rate used to calculate the COLA cause the assignee to lose/gain purchasing power?

As part of our “back to basics” webinar series, Marie Soubessens and Kevin Theissen presented on The Effects of...
Cost of Living / COLA, Back to Basics
Trends
September 29, 2022

What is the latest on Sustainability in Global Mobility?

The results are in -- AIRINC and EY's joint survey on Sustainability in Global Mobility is now available!...
Sustainability, Surveys & Benchmarks
Trends
September 29, 2022

How have remote and hybrid working affected employee mental health?

#RemoteMentalHealth The team from People Mobility Alliance put on another lively discussion around one of the hottest...
Remote Work, Virtual Assignments, Industry Events
Technology
September 27, 2022

MoveAssist-AIRINC partnership: award winning mobility technology with best-in-class mobility data

Clients run quick and accurate cost estimates for their employee moves using MoveAssist’s ‘mai-world’ mobility...
Tax, API, Partnerships
Allowances & Exchange Rates
September 26, 2022

Can you keep up with high inflation?

What can you do about inflation? High inflation is affecting us all. Many companies are raising concerns and are asking...
Inflation, Inflation Impact Analysis
Allowances & Exchange Rates
September 23, 2022

Diesel price hike increases Nigerian rents

How is the rental market changing in Nigeria? Easing COVID-19 restrictions and the naira depreciation haveincreased...
Africa, Housing & Utilities, Fuel Prices
Allowances & Exchange Rates
September 22, 2022

What were the Worst & Best Currency Performers last month?

Currency Performance: Worst & Best in August 2022 This month’s currency changes can be attributed to political...
Inflation, Research
Allowances & Exchange Rates
September 21, 2022

Do you allow pet shipment?

Another member of the family? As a mobility specialist, you get all sorts of questions from assignees before starting...
Mobility Policy
Webinars and Events
September 20, 2022

News from the road: Latest event in Singapore

Key Highlights from Singapore On September 8th, AIRINC attended the Forum for Expatriate Management (FEM) APAC Summit...
Remote Work, Asia, Industry Events
Allowances & Exchange Rates
September 16, 2022

Take the Pain out of COLA Updates

Let's face it…updating Cost of Living Allowances can be a painful process. You may be used to looking up each...
COLA Change Report, Technology and Tools
Allowances & Exchange Rates
September 15, 2022

Mobility Tax Developments in Netherlands and Finland

Do you need a global mobility tax update? This week we look at the latest global mobility tax updates, focusing on the...
Tax, Europe
Trends
September 14, 2022

How can mobility make good talent decisions?

How can you make good decisions on deploying talent internationally and domestically? A new video for you! Listen now...
Talent, AIMS - Mobility Decision Guide, Domestic Relocations
About AIRINC
September 8, 2022

Have you Met Kristiana Messuri?

Kristiana studied economics at Simmons College in Boston. She joined AIRINC in 2016 as a Client Engagement...
Assignment Cost Estimator, North America, AIMS - Mobility Decision Guide
Allowances & Exchange Rates
September 6, 2022

What are the mobility tax policy implications of the U.S. Student Loan Forgiveness Program?

More tax changes - what is the impact on global mobility? On August 24, 2022, President Biden announced an executive...
Tax, United States of America
Trends
September 5, 2022

How can Mobility set clear career goals to support talent?

How do you support developmental assignments? In today’s mobility climate, retaining talent and fostering a positive...
Employee Experience, Talent, Developmental Assignments
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 30, 2022

Do you want to consider the home country of the assignee when paying a hardship allowance?

How do you set hardship allowances? The ideal mobility policy aligns with the company’s strategy and meets the...
Hardship, Methodology, Mobility Policy
Trends
August 29, 2022

What relocation support is needed for developmental assignments?

How do you support developmental assignments? In today’s mobility climate, retaining talent and fostering a positive...
White Papers & Articles, Flexibility, Developmental Assignments
Trends
August 26, 2022

Now Offering Airfare Carbon Emissions to Support Your Sustainable Efforts

AIRINC has always researched the cost of airfare allowances across the globe: we are now adding carbon emissions to...
Airfare, Transportation, Sustainability
About AIRINC
August 25, 2022

Have you met Pat Jurgens?

Pat oversees AIRINC’s tax team as the Director of Global Tax.
Assignment Cost Estimator, International Tax Guide, North America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 24, 2022

How do the recent U.S. tax developments affect global mobility?

What is included in the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act? On Tuesday, August 16, President Joe Biden signed into law the...
Tax, United States of America
Domestic Relocation
August 22, 2022

New Solution: Home Purchase Differentials to Support Your U.S. Talent Deployment Strategy!

Relocating talent in the U.S. can create affordability challenges for your employees, especially when deploying talent...
Home Purchase Differential, Housing & Utilities, United States of America
About AIRINC
August 19, 2022

AIRINC APAC Team Celebrates!

Bento Box Lunch in the Hong Kong Office Recently the AIRINC APAC Team, celebrated AIRINCs' birthday with a wonderful...
Asia, Fun
Trends
August 18, 2022

How can Mobility tailor their policies and practices to better support talent?

How do you support developmental assignments? Tax equalization, immigration support, and a COLA are commonly provided...
Employee Experience, Talent, Developmental Assignments
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 17, 2022

What were the Worst & Best Currency Performers in July?

This month’s currencies were affected by a wide variety of reasons. Domestically, many currencies suffered due to...
Inflation, Research
Trends
August 16, 2022

What are the best ways to deploy talent?

Estimating the cost of talent deployment around the world A new video for you this week! Listen now! Morgan Crosby...
Assignment Cost Estimator, Talent, AIRINC Events
Webinars and Events
August 15, 2022

Key Takeaways from our Global Mobility Leaders Roundtable

What are mobility leaders talking about? AIRINC recently hosted a group of EMEA Global Mobility Senior Leaders to...
Europe, Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Roundtables
Trends
August 12, 2022

How flexible is your long-term assignment policy?

Trends from AIRINC’s Long-term Assignment Benchmark Survey: Spotlight on Flexibility Over half of companies have a...
Flexibility, Long-Term Assignments, Mobility Policy
About AIRINC
August 11, 2022

Have you met Jon Harrington?

Meeting the AIRINCers behind the scenes Jon joined AIRINC in 2013. He started on our tax team doing research but over...
Tax, Assignment Cost Estimator, North America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 10, 2022

Housing Data Points: European rental markets update

How have housing markets changed? Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has had noteworthy effects on many of Europe’s rental...
Data Points, Europe, Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 9, 2022

Do you include electric vehicle allowances in your policies?

Now Offering Electric Vehicle Allowances to Support Your Sustainable Efforts AIRINC has always researched the cost of...
Transportation, Sustainability, Mobility Policy
Trends
August 5, 2022

What are the most cost effective assignment types?

Cost Estimates around the world Listen now! Morgan Crosby talks with Pat Jurgens on the most cost effective assignment...
Assignment Cost Estimator, AIRINC Events, Mobility Policy
Compensation
August 4, 2022

Remote Work Series, Part 5: Retaining Talent and Remote Work

For the final part of our remote work series, we head to Asia to examine the rising interest in cross-border remote...
Remote Work, Global Salary Comparison
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 2, 2022

South Korean Rental Market: A Tale of Three Cities

South Korea Rental Market Recent changes in bank interest rates and tax laws implemented in 2020 are two of the biggest...
Asia, Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 1, 2022

How does inflation impact allowances?

Have your assignees ever asked, “The price of gas went up 20%, so why hasn’t my cost-of-living allowance (COLA)...
Inflation, Methodology, Cost of Living / COLA
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 29, 2022

What are the latest Tax Developments in Asia?

The future of mobility in Asia and elsewhere is dependent on economic activity. We are now seeing volumes picking up,...
Tax, Asia
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 27, 2022

Georgia: A Bridge of Peace

In Tbilisi, there is a bridge called “Bridge of Peace,” designed to connect Old Tbilisi with the new district. Today,...
Europe, Research, Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 26, 2022

Currency Performance: Worst & Best in June 2022

Food shortages and gas prices continue to negatively impact countries’ abilities to help their people obtain basic...
Inflation, Research
Trends
July 25, 2022

Mobility Optimization Series, Part 6: Mobility Delivers Value by Keeping Costs Down

AIRINC recently interviewed six Mobility leaders to learn how they are optimizing their Mobility functions. This...
Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks, Cost of Living / COLA
Compensation
July 22, 2022

Remote Work Series, Part 4: How do you calculate compensation for a domestic remote work move?

Next up in the AIRINC remote working series we focus on the U.S. When considering a remote work location, it doesn’t...
Remote Work, Domestic Relocations
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 21, 2022

What does inflation mean for you and your global talent?

The past year has been unprecedented for inflation. Both supply chain issues and global conflicts have led to high...
Assignment Cost Estimator, Inflation, Talent
Compensation
July 20, 2022

What are the latest trends in compensation philosophy?

The results are in! AIRINC's Compensation Trends Pulse Survey is now available. Compensation approaches are becoming...
Advisory Services, Talent, Salary
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 19, 2022

Zipping around Zurich – Do you need to fuel up?

Switzerland is synonymous with mountains, lakes, and beautiful towns. When I was in Zurich to meet with housing...
Transportation, Europe, Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 18, 2022

What are the Tax Implications for One-Way Transfers?

According to this year’s MOS survey, 68% of companies report having an international One-Way Transfer (OWT) policy—the...
Tax, One-Way Transfers
Compensation
July 15, 2022

Remote Work Series, Part 3: How Does Remote Work Compare in Madrid and Portugal?

Moving on from our last case study looking at working remote from Istanbul, we now compare the relativities of people...
Remote Work, Global Salary Comparison
Trends
July 14, 2022

Mobility Optimization Series, Part 5: Mobility is a Business and Business Never Sleeps

AIRINC recently interviewed six Mobility leaders to learn how they are optimizing their Mobility functions. This...
Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 13, 2022

How is Tax Policy used to combat inflation and cost of living?

How do tax changes affect take home pay? Considering the conversations in the news recently about wage growth and how...
Tax, Inflation, Cost of Living / COLA
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 11, 2022

What is the latest in cost of living research?

Data Points: A Selection of AIRINC Research Results Every quarter AIRINC provide a data points update on our cost of...
Data Points, Research
Compensation
July 8, 2022

Remote Work Series, Part 2: What are the criteria for evaluating how attractive a city is for remote work?

Following on from last week’s introduction to remote work considerations here we look into the numbers behind the...
Remote Work, Global Salary Comparison
Trends
July 7, 2022

Mobility Optimization Series, Part 4: Mobility Delivers Return on Investment by Advancing Careers

AIRINC recently interviewed six Mobility leaders to learn how they are optimizing their Mobility functions. This...
Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 6, 2022

What are the trends in the housing markets of Seoul and Singapore?

Over the last two years, Seoul and Singapore have faced tremendous changes in their housing rental markets. Both...
Asia, Housing & Utilities
About AIRINC
July 5, 2022

AIRINC featured in a Korean HR magazine

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DE&I) is a hot topic in global mobility and with HR experts around the world. Global...
Asia, Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Surveys & Benchmarks
Trends
July 4, 2022

Whitepaper: Developmental Assignments & the Importance of Knowing your Audience

Young professionals are in a different stage of their lives than mid-career professionals, and they expect and require...
White Papers & Articles, Flexibility, Developmental Assignments
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 1, 2022

Tax Developments for Remote Workers

Recently I spoke on the Benivo show The View from The Top – Remote Work: Fact or Fiction? I wanted to provide some...
Tax, Remote Work
Compensation
June 29, 2022

What are the relativities of remote work across the world?

Since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, the debate around remote working has been very lively. Two years on, many now...
Remote Work, COVID
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 27, 2022

What were the Worst & Best Currency Performers last month?

The U.S. Dollar has risen in value comparably to other major currencies including the GBP and EUR causing many smaller...
Inflation, Research
Trends
June 24, 2022

Mobility Optimization Series, Part 3: Mobility Leads the Future of Work

AIRINC recently interviewed six Mobility leaders to learn how they are optimizing their Mobility functions. This...
Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks
Technology
June 21, 2022

Now available: cost estimates for Domestic & International One-Way Transfers!

Worker shortages, cost pressures, and new talent philosophies are driving Mobility programs to use Domestic &...
One-Way Transfers, Domestic Relocations
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 16, 2022

London Housing: demand outstrips supply

Rents in and around London increased throughout Q1 and Q2 and are now noticeably higher than pre-pandemic levels. As...
Europe, Housing & Utilities
Domestic Relocation
June 15, 2022

Common questions about Domestic U.S. relocation cost estimates

You’ve heard it before…you can’t manage what you don’t measure. Well, that is certainly true as it relates to domestic...
Assignment Cost Estimator, United States of America
Trends
June 14, 2022

Mobility Optimization Series, Part 2: Mobility Fuels Organizational Growth

AIRINC recently interviewed six Mobility leaders to learn how they are optimizing their Mobility functions. This...
Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks
Webinars and Events
June 10, 2022

AIRINC APAC Roundtable Discussion Highlights – Singapore

In May, AIRINC organized a roundtable discussion for Singapore-based companies. The purpose of this session was to...
Asia, Roundtables
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 8, 2022

A Tax Tale of Two Countries

AIRINC Today at the Benivo Show: The View From The Top Today’s The View from the Top show update is a nod to Charles...
Tax, Europe, Asia
Technology
June 7, 2022

Forecast Global Project Costs for Bids: A Case Study

According to AIRINC's 2022 Mobility Outlook Survey, cost predictability is a hot topic. While AIRINC’s Assignment Cost...
Assignment Cost Estimator, Case Studies
Trends
June 6, 2022

Mobility Optimization Series, Part 1: Mobility Attracts and Retains Talent

In this period of transition and reinvention, many companies are reorganizing their Mobility functions to address...
Talent, Surveys & Benchmarks
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 1, 2022

Tax: Reform in Poland – Impact for Global Mobility

Poland – further tax amendments for 2022 We first learned of major tax reform in Poland in 2021. At that time, the...
Tax, Europe
Trends
May 30, 2022

Are you Communicating Creatively?

For the past several years, we’ve heard from clients that communicating creatively is one of their key priorities....
Advisory Services
About AIRINC
May 27, 2022

AIRINC Sponsors Permits Foundation

AIRINC News AIRINC is delighted to announce we are sponsoring Permits Foundation. Permits Foundation are an...
Europe, Partnerships, Dual Careers
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 26, 2022

US Rental Markets

Earlier this month AIRINC was invited to speak with Plus Relocation’s Advisory Council about the state of the US rental...
Housing & Utilities, United States of America
Trends
May 25, 2022

How Mobility Leaders Stay Ahead Of The Curve

In this period of transition and reinvention, many companies are reorganizing their Mobility functions to address...
Case Studies, Talent, White Papers & Articles
About AIRINC
May 24, 2022

AIRINC News: Two new key players for AIRINC's Global Growth team!

We are pleased to announce the addition of two new key players to AIRINC's Global Growth team! Michelle Durkin joins us...
AIRINC News, Advisory Services, Partnerships
Compensation
May 20, 2022

Time to Rethink How You Set Compensation Levels in the “New” Normal?

Come and hear Morgan Crosby and Jordan Blue speak at the 2022 WorldatWork Annual Conference & Exhibition about how the...
Inflation, Industry Events, Salary
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 19, 2022

Currency Performance: Worst & Best in April 2022

Many countries have been negatively impacted by the Russian-Ukraine conflict. Fuel prices continue to rise and imports,...
Inflation, Research
Compensation
May 18, 2022

Local-plus assignments to Singapore and within APAC

Since April, Singapore has substantially eased inbound travel rules for fully vaccinated travellers. Air passenger...
Asia, Host-Based Assignments
Trends
May 17, 2022

One-way moves: live benchmarking review, and preview of upcoming webinars

There is more than one way to implement “one-way” moves. That’s what the results of a live benchmarking session at the...
One-Way Transfers, Industry Events, Flexibility
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 13, 2022

What’s in your (shopping) basket?

I was recently reminded about how different our individual baskets will look compared to each other at our EMEA team...
Market Basket, Methodology, Cost of Living / COLA
Trends
May 12, 2022

The Mobility Support Employees Really Want

Setting The Pay Level To truly engage employees, global mobility policies should be designed with the people’s...
Industry Events, Flexibility, Mobility Policy
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 12, 2022

Calgary Housing: Competition in the “Texas” of Canada

Calgary’s desirability is growing fast, causing quick movement in the housing market. With low cost of living, an...
Housing & Utilities, North America
About Airinc
May 11, 2022

AIRINC: Winners at the FEM EMMAs 2022!

AIRINC are thrilled to win at the Forum for Expat Management EMMAs 2022, 'Best Partnership between a Corporate...
Partnerships, North America, Industry Events
Trends
May 6, 2022

Benchmark Results: Mobility’s Response to Events in Ukraine

Events in Ukraine have been at the forefront of everyone’s mind, and global mobility is no exception. Clients are keen...
Europe, Surveys & Benchmarks
Technology
May 5, 2022

Technology Enhancements in Global Mobility

Technology was the theme at the Expat Academy event this week, where Michael Joyce and I had the privilege to present....
API, Industry Events, Technology and Tools
About AIRINC
May 5, 2022

AIRINC and the Science Based Targets initiative

We believe in a sustainable future which is why we have made a commitment to reduce our carbon emissions by 30% by 2030...
AIRINC News, Sustainability
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 4, 2022

Goods and Services Update for Russia

The invasion of Ukraine and the resulting economic sanctions imposed on Russia created an instability that is affecting...
Europe, Cost of Living / COLA
Compensation
May 4, 2022

One-Way Transfers are on the Rise!

Our 2022 Mobility Outlook Survey showed that international one-way transfers are one of the fastest growing policy...
Lump Sum Calculator, One-Way Transfers, Global Salary Comparison
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 2, 2022

San Francisco’s Slowly Recovering Market

Like other urban cities across the United States, San Francisco’s rental market took a big hit as many people in the...
Housing & Utilities, United States of America
Trends
May 1, 2022

China Lockdowns: Are Companies Providing Extra Hardship or Leaves?

We get a lot of inquiries about the lockdowns in China asking if companies are providing additional support to their...
Hardship, Advisory Services, COVID
Trends
April 29, 2022

German & Austrian Regional Mobility Outlook for 2022

Not long ago, when the results of AIRINC’s annual Mobility Outlook Survey (MOS) results were hot off the press, I held...
Advisory Services, Europe, Surveys & Benchmarks
About AIRINC
April 27, 2022

What we learned from AIRINC’S 2022 Customer Satisfaction Survey

This past winter, AIRINC ran a customer satisfaction survey. One of AIRINC’s goals is to serve our clients with...
AIRINC News, Listen/Partner/Deliver, Research
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 22, 2022

St. John’s Rentals and the Pandemic Effect

Like most places around the world, St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada was affected by the COVID-19 pandemic....
Housing & Utilities, North America
Webinars and Events
April 21, 2022

Report: AIRINC at the Expat Academy APAC Huddle

At the end of March our APAC team consisting of Philli Wong and myself participated in our partners quarterly event...
Asia, Industry Events
Trends
April 18, 2022

2022 Mobility Outlook Survey – What are the characteristics of APAC results?

While some mobility trends and initiatives are globally shared, some vary regionally. Let’s look at how APAC results...
Advisory Services, Asia, Surveys & Benchmarks
About AIRINC
April 14, 2022

Sustainability: More on how AIRINC is turning over a new leaf!

AIRINC believes in a better future for our employees, clients, and the world at large.
Sustainability, Industry Events
Trends
April 12, 2022

Download now: AIRINC's Remote Work Playbook update for 2022!

We published the original version of this playbook in 2020 when it was not clear if the rise of remote working would...
Remote Work, Surveys & Benchmarks
Webinars and Events
April 8, 2022

Insights: Exclusive Corporate Leaders' Webinar - Flexibility in Mobility

On March 23, AIRINC and BGRS brought together a virtual panel hosted by Rochelle Xu of BGRS. The panel Jea Bocaling,...
Webinars, Core/Flex, Asia
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 6, 2022

Losses and Gains in the Foreign Exchange: March 2022

Worldwide Impact In late February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine by means of airstrikes and infantry. This major conflict...
Inflation, Research
Domestic Relocation
April 5, 2022

U.S. Cost-of-Living: Financial stress and ways to provide support

The only constant is change…in prices Economic challenges exist when relocating employees within the United States....
Housing & Utilities, United States of America, Domestic COLA
Compensation
April 1, 2022

Compensation Case Study - Geographic Differential Index

Client Challenge #9: A multinational company has a large U.S. domestic program with hundreds of moves each year. They...
Case Studies, Domestic Relocations, Geographic Differential Index
Trends
March 31, 2022

Are you WFH or WFG (Working from Garden)?

Flexible work arrangements are nothing new as working from home for one or two days a week has been a long-standing...
Remote Work, Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 30, 2022

Update on Housing in Poland

As the conflict in Ukraine continues, the outflow of people is impacting neighboring housing markets, especially...
Europe, Housing & Utilities
About AIRINC
March 28, 2022

2021: A Visual Journey

Our best photos from 2021! Each year, AIRINC hosts a photo contest to help bring us together and share our adventures...
Fun
Compensation
March 25, 2022

Compensation Case Study - Remote Work Allowance #2

Client Challenge #8: A large financial institution was transitioning to a remote-focused work environment and needed to...
Case Studies
Compensation
March 23, 2022

Work to Live: The Remote Work Impact on US Real Estate

The most recent market data is clear: remote work continues to have a powerful impact on the cost of housing in the...
Remote Work, Housing & Utilities, United States of America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 22, 2022

Changes to Egyptian social security for expatriates

In the past, only Egyptian nationals were required to contribute to Social Insurance and Pension schemes in Egypt....
Tax, Social Security, Africa
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 17, 2022

Record-high Inflation in Istanbul

Turkey’s annual inflation has been soaring to record-high levels since the currency devaluation triggered by interest...
Inflation, Europe, Cost of Living / COLA
Webinars and Events
March 16, 2022

3 Highlights From Our Recent InTalent Roundtable

Earlier this month, AIRINC hosted several industry leaders for a virtual mobility innovation roundtable. Here are some...
United States of America, Roundtables
Trends
March 14, 2022

What are the predictions for the upcoming year from global mobility leaders?

The results are in! AIRINC's 2022 Mobility Outlook Survey Report is now available! The Mobility Outlook Survey (MOS) is...
Surveys & Benchmarks, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy
Compensation
March 9, 2022

Compensation Case Study - Establishing a globally equitable wellbeing reimbursement benefit

Client Challenge #7: A technology client was researching solutions to provide an equitable wellbeing benefit to...
Case Studies, Global Reward Index Calculator
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 8, 2022

Lebanon: navigating economic volatility

As we review the ongoing crisis in Lebanon, Alex Davis of our data team, and Emily Stewart of our client engagement...
Middle East, Economic Volatility
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 7, 2022

Tax Developments in Ukraine as of March 2, 2022

Ukraine is demonstrating resolve in the war with Russia. This includes their approach to tax compliance and...
Tax, Europe
Default Image
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 4, 2022

Hardship Scoring for Ukraine

Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in the early morning of Thursday, February 24th 2022. It is a remarkable...
Hardship, Europe
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 3, 2022

What is a COLA and when should you use it?

There are a myriad of terms and acronyms used across global mobility. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to...
Hardship, Cost of Living / COLA, Per Diems
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 1, 2022

Rapid Currency Devaluations and International Assignments: Russia

With the ruble falling almost 15% over the weekend, you may soon be hearing concerns about Cost of Living Adjustments...
Inflation, Europe
Compensation
February 28, 2022

Compensation Case Study - Cost of Living Ranking

We all like to see a ranking. We like to know the best countries to live in; the most expensive cities; a listing of...
Case Studies, Europe, Inflation Impact Analysis
Domestic Relocation
February 24, 2022

What are the top 20 most expensive major cities in the US for housing?

Recent headlines in the United States have been dominated by the rapid inflation of housing prices.
Housing & Utilities, United States of America
Compensation
February 23, 2022

Remote Working Policy Discussions in Asia

Starting January 2022, Singapore’s Ministry of Health allowed 50% of employees back to the workplace. This fueled a lot...
Remote Work, Asia
Trends
February 22, 2022

How focused is global mobility on sustainability?

Last week I hosted one of our Sustainability and Global Mobility webinars and now you have the chance to listen again!
Webinars, Sustainability
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 17, 2022

What’s in my suitcase?

The excitement of moving to a new country, meeting people, eating different food, learning a new language, experiencing...
Long-Term Assignments, Cost of Living / COLA
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 17, 2022

Are you relocating employees into high-cost housing markets?

Are you seeking a creative solution to help your employees afford a home in these markets? Introducing AIRINC's U.S....
International Housing Guide, Inflation, Housing & Utilities
Compensation
February 14, 2022

Compensation Case Study - Transfer to a New Country

Client Challenge #5: A consumer goods client contacted us seeking help evaluating the impact on an employee...
Case Studies, Global Salary Comparison, Salary
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 11, 2022

Cost of Living Bowl: Cincinnati vs. Los Angeles

Los Angeles and Cincinnati will be playing to determine the champion of American football in the biggest US sporting...
United States of America, Global Salary Comparison, Salary
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 10, 2022

Airfares into China, what do you need to know?

Can you provide more context on fares to/out of China? With the world watching the 2022 Winter Olympics in China,...
Airfare, Asia, COVID
Technology
February 8, 2022

Automated Integration with AIRINC Data

AIRINC believes we best serve our global mobility clients and partners by making it as easy as possible to consume our...
API, Data and Infographics
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 4, 2022

Catch me if you can: Housing & Taxis in Istanbul

Before discussing the rental market in Istanbul, a housing source shared an old Ottoman wives’ tale about Turkish...
Transportation, Europe, Housing & Utilities
Domestic Relocation
February 3, 2022

Saying Yes to Flex – A Case Study of US Domestic Relocation

Last year, with our help, a pharmaceutical client introduced benefit delivery choice for US Domestic Relocations. The...
Advisory Services, Case Studies, United States of America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 2, 2022

Losses and Gains in Foreign Exchange: An update on global currency - January 2022

Fluctuating Exchange Rates Many of January’s exchange rate fluctuations result from interest rate changes during the...
Inflation, Research
Trends
February 2, 2022

Download: Achieving a "Best in Class "Global Mobility Program

Structuring a Global Mobility Program Whenever we at AIRINC run benchmarking exercises or engage with clients on...
White Papers & Articles, Mobility Policy
About AIRINC
February 1, 2022

Happy Chinese New Year 2022 from AIRINC!

Happy New Year from your team at AIRINC! Wishing you and your family a healthy and peaceful new year!
Asia, Fun
Trends
January 31, 2022

Global Mobility Resolutions for 2022

What will you focus on for 2022? To kick-start a new year of Mobility, we asked organizations about their resolutions...
Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Mobility Policy, Technology and Tools
About AIRINC
January 25, 2022

AIRINC Leadership Change Announcement

2022 News AIRINC is pleased to announce the creation of a new C-Suite to realize our vision of becoming the world’s...
AIRINC News
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 25, 2022

Seoul’s Rents Soar After Housing Measures

South Korea Real Estate Over the past two years, the South Korean government implemented a series of measures to...
Tax, Asia, Housing & Utilities
Webinars and Events
January 24, 2022

December Virtual Roundtable of EMEA Global Mobility Leaders

Recent Networking AIRINC recently hosted a group of EMEA Global Mobility Senior Leaders to explore the role of...
Europe, Roundtables
Compensation
January 19, 2022

Will you match pay increases to inflation in 2022?

Do you have a reliable source for inflation data? Current inflation rates are making employers rethink their approach...
Inflation, Salary
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 18, 2022

Tax Developments in India

Developments with India Tax Update on the tax developments in India relating to Provident Fund, Permanent...
Tax, Asia
Trends
January 17, 2022

Is Omicron derailing recovery plans across South East Asia?

Is Omicron derailing recovery plans across South East Asia? At the end of 2021, countries across South East Asia were...
Asia, COVID
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 14, 2022

Help, how do I pay my rent? Payment methods in South Korea

Rent in South Korea While investigating the rental market in Seoul, I spoke with Yonjoo Oh, CEO of Reloko. Yonjoo said...
Asia, Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 13, 2022

Latest Data Points results for Jan 2022

A Selection of AIRINC Research Results This quarter’s cost of living research was conducted primarily in Europe, Asia,...
Data Points, Research
Compensation
January 12, 2022

The remote work compensation crisis

How to incorporate Work From Anywhere into your USA salary structures The ability to work from anywhere (WFA) presents...
Remote Work, Salary
Technology
January 11, 2022

AIRINC and Equus are partnering to elevate client value through an API integration of AIRINC data in the AssignmentPro platform

This improved integration enables global mobility teams to leverage AIRINC’s data: To drive instant cost projections...
API, Partnerships
About Airinc
January 11, 2022

Mobility News: Jessica Caligan is appointed to Deputy Americas Region Leader

AIRINC, a leading global mobility consultancy, is pleased to announce that Jessica Caligan is the new Deputy Americas...
AIRINC News, North America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 10, 2022

China Extends Preferential Tax Regimes

Changes to Chinese Tax On December 31, 2021, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce and State Taxation Administration jointly...
Tax, Asia
Compensation
January 7, 2022

How are you evaluating your salary structures in soft currency locations?

In countries with unstable currencies it is common for employees to save and spend some of their salary in hard...
Case Studies, Inflation Impact Analysis, Salary
Domestic Relocation
January 6, 2022

New Year, New Ways to Incent Domestic Relocation!

Relocating Trends Since the start of the pandemic, the United States has experienced unprecedented spikes in real...
Housing & Utilities, United States of America
About AIRINC
January 6, 2022

Happy New Year 2022 from AIRINC!

Happy New Year from your team at AIRINC! We would like to wish everyone a happy new year. Looking back to the start of...
Fun
Allowances & Exchange Rates
December 30, 2021

Losses and Gains in Foreign Exchange: An update on global currency - December 2021

Losses and Gains in the Foreign Exchange: December 2021 Inflation remains to be the consistent driver of exchange rates...
Inflation, Research
About AIRINC
December 17, 2021

Have yourself a merry little Christmas (market)

When I moved back to Germany in 2019 after 15 years in the UK, one of the things I looked forward to the most was...
Airfare, Europe
Trends
December 14, 2021

Establishing an effective local-plus package

What are the plus elements in your local-plus package? Local-Plus Packages are widely used in Hong Kong, but due to...
Housing & Utilities, White Papers & Articles, Host-Based Assignments
Allowances & Exchange Rates
December 10, 2021

Big changes are coming to the expatriate tax concession in Belgium

Belgium has had an expatriate tax concession since 1983 – almost 40 years. But starting in 2022, the rules are...
Tax, Europe
Compensation
December 9, 2021

Remote Work Calculator - now available!

Are your employees working remotely? Are they thinking of moving? Discover in just a few clicks if they will be better...
Remote Work, Salary
Hong Kong, Compensation, Salary Differentials, Pay Scales
Compensation
December 3, 2021

Compensation Case Study - Differentiated Salary Approach

Client Challenge #4: A consumer goods company uses one pay scale for their employees in over 100 stores across 50...
Case Studies, Asia, Geographic Differential Index
Domestic Relocation
December 3, 2021

Enhance your support for domestic commuters

Domestic commuting is an effective way to staff key roles and avoid expensive relocation packages. Make sure you have...
Assignment Cost Estimator, Commuters, United States of America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
December 3, 2021

Losses and Gains in Foreign Exchange: An update on global currency - November 2021

Losses and Gains in the Foreign Exchange: November 2021 Many countries that were maintaining steady interest rates have...
Inflation, Research
Allowances & Exchange Rates
December 1, 2021

Housing Data for Secondary Cities

One thing that I really enjoy is being able to positively surprise someone with a ”Yes!”
International Housing Guide, Research, Housing & Utilities
Trends
November 29, 2021

How HR Transformations Impact Mobility

AIRINC is a global mobility consultancy, technology, and data company. But, sometimes, owing to our close partnerships...
Employee Experience, Talent
Compensation
November 26, 2021

Compensation Case Study - Remote Work Allowance

Case Studies
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 26, 2021

What Coffeenomics means for your assignees

After taking my children to school in the mornings, I am in the habit of visiting my local café. Recently, I was quite...
Inflation, Market Basket, Cost of Living / COLA
Webinars and Events
November 25, 2021

Berlin ist immer eine Reise wert!

As anyone who’s visited can confirm, 'Berlin is always worth a trip'! Whether for business or pleasure, the city is...
Europe, Industry Events
Trends
November 25, 2021

What is the future of work for Singapore companies?

The future of work in Singapore As the end of the year draws closer, we have been busy catching up with clients in...
Remote Work, Virtual Assignments, Asia
About Airinc
November 24, 2021

What are the longer term issues of remote working - AIRINC's Jeff Hawk speaks to the Canadian ERC

Longer term issues of remote working Millions of employees across the world are now working remotely. As the pandemic...
AIRINC News, Remote Work
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 22, 2021

Global Petrol Price Tracker 2021

We all know petrol/gas prices are rising after a drastic fall, but how high can they go? After plummeting in Q2 of 2020...
Transportation, Inflation, Fuel Prices
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 17, 2021

Back To Life, Back To Reality: St. Maarten On-site, Part Two

In St. Maarten, two main currencies are used: the U.S. dollar (USD) and the Netherlands Antillean guilder (ANG)....
Latin America, Research, Data and Infographics
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 17, 2021

Are You Double Counting?

The same benefit twice? No one wants to double count unless it is in their favor. Global Mobility faces this challenge...
Data and Infographics, Methodology, Mobility Policy
Compensation
November 16, 2021

Compensation Case Study - Cost of Labor

Client Challenge: A manufacturing company was opening a new office in an APAC country and relocating a group of...
Case Studies, Asia, Global Salary Comparison
Compensation
November 12, 2021

Compensation Case Study

Client Challenge: A professional services client was looking to distribute its workforce from Dubai to other Middle...
Hardship, Case Studies, Global Salary Comparison
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 11, 2021

Back To Life, Back To Reality: St. Maarten On-site, Part One

After being away from survey travel for more than a year, it was an experience getting readjusted while simultaneously...
Latin America, Research, Data and Infographics
About AIRINC
November 5, 2021

Halloween Costume Contest 2021

AIRINC recently held its second annual virtual Halloween costume contest (The SCARE-Inc Spooktacular). Employees from...
Fun
Domestic Relocation
November 5, 2021

Domestic Relocation Policies are Broken!

Domestic Relocation Policies are Broken! Thanks for all who responded to our poll on whether Domestic Relocation...
Surveys & Benchmarks, United States of America, Mobility Policy
Allowances & Exchange Rates
November 3, 2021

New York Housing

Following the emergence of a COVID-19 vaccine, New York’s infection rate reduced to a third of its highest point in...
Research, Housing & Utilities, United States of America
Trends
November 1, 2021

Can APAC companies incorporate DE&I initiatives into their global mobility programs?

I recently had the opportunity to present and share survey findings from our recent benchmark on Diversity, Equity, and...
Asia, Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I)
Trends
October 29, 2021

The results are in! Sustainability and Global Mobility Pulse Survey

The world’s attention is squarely focused on the issue of sustainability. Many organizations are declaring ambitious...
Sustainability, Surveys & Benchmarks
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 28, 2021

Losses and Gains in Foreign Exchange: An update on global currency - September 2021

Losses and Gains in the Foreign Exchange: September 2021 This month’s changes resulted from specific economic niches...
Inflation, Research
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 26, 2021

Putting the Brakes on Algeria’s Imported Car Ban

In June 2021, the Algerian government announced it would ease the ban on importing new cars and car parts. Government...
Transportation, Economic Volatility, Research
Domestic Relocation
October 23, 2021

Is this the future of benchmarking?

On October 13th, AIRINC hosted our first live benchmarking event. We conducted the session to help mobility...
Housing & Utilities, Surveys & Benchmarks
Trends
October 22, 2021

September Virtual Roundtable of EMEA Global Mobility Leaders

AIRINC recently hosted a group of EMEA Global Mobility Senior Leaders. In an open and engaging discussion moderated by...
Europe, Roundtables
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 19, 2021

Home leave allowances: why now's a good time to switch

As autumn sets in and the days get shorter, the thoughts of many assignees turn towards their plans for the holiday...
Airfare, Lump Sum Calculator
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 18, 2021

Proposed U.K. tax increase – Health and Social Care Levy

AIRINC Global Tax Director Pat Jurgens joined Benivo’s 'The View from the Top' hosted by Brian Friedman, providing an...
Tax, Europe, Research
About AIRINC
October 12, 2021

AIRINC is pleased to welcome Anraoi Rooney to the EMEA team!

I am delighted to introduce myself to all the readers of the AIRINC blog, which also provides a great platform to...
AIRINC News, Europe
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 11, 2021

Housing, Goods & Services, Tax and more - Data Points are in!

A Selection of AIRINC Research Results This quarter’s cost of living research was conducted primarily in North America,...
Data Points, Research, Cost of Living / COLA
Trends
October 10, 2021

Are lump sum payments still popular for international one-way transfers?

At the recent Expat Academy APAC Huddle event, a participant raised an interesting question on the use of lump sums and...
Lump Sum Calculator, One-Way Transfers, Surveys & Benchmarks
Allowances & Exchange Rates
October 8, 2021

Proposed U.S. tax increases – impact on Global Mobility

AIRINC Global Tax Director Pat Jurgens joined Benivo’s 'The View from the Top' hosted by Brian Friedman, providing an...
Tax, Research, United States of America
About AIRINC
October 1, 2021

Mobility News: Jeff Hawk appointed to CEO of AIRINC !

Cambridge, MA – October 1, 2021 AIRINC, the leading global mobility data and advisory services provider, is pleased to...
AIRINC News, North America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
September 29, 2021

Did Tom Brady leave New England because of cost of living?

Tom Brady, perhaps the best ever to play the sport of American football, relocated to Tampa Bay in 2020 after playing...
Fun, Cost of Living / COLA
Allowances & Exchange Rates
September 28, 2021

Are lump sum payments still popular for international one-way transfers?

Secondment allowance is a type of allowance that companies use to cover on-assignment expenses in host countries....
Lump Sums, Mobility Policy
Trends
September 24, 2021

Keeping the connection

“It has been over 18 months and I have not seen any of my colleagues in person: how am I going to deal with this any...
Remote Work, COVID
Allowances & Exchange Rates
September 23, 2021

Losses and Gains in Foreign Exchange: An update on global currency - August 2021

Movement Continues in the Foreign Exchange Market This movement is caused by political events, hyper-inflation,...
Inflation, Research
Webinars and Events
September 17, 2021

AIRINC at LATAMTalks Webinar: Listen Now!

Earlier this summer, I had an amazing opportunity to speak with LATAMTalks about Data Analytics (DA) in Global...
Webinars, Industry Events
Trends
September 15, 2021

Flexibility in Mobility Benchmark Study - download now!

AIRINC and Benivo recently conducted this benchmark study as it seems almost everyone in Mobility is considering the...
Surveys & Benchmarks, Flexibility, Mobility Policy
Compensation
September 15, 2021

Remoter Work?

This summer I took 5 weeks and worked while exploring the East Coast from Massachusetts to Florida in a small travel...
Remote Work, Industry Events
Allowances & Exchange Rates
September 10, 2021

Housing Benchmark and Regular Update - Keys to stay competitive

The COVID-19 pandemic inspired a trend of assignees working remotely and moving from downtown living spaces to more...
Remote Work, Housing & Utilities
Trends
September 2, 2021

Sustainability in Global Mobility

We are hearing sustainability come up in more and more conversations in our personal and professional lives. Now, the...
Sustainability, Surveys & Benchmarks
Trends
August 27, 2021

How to keep your assignees happy in these challenging times

More than ever, it is important to keep your assignees happy. They have all been affected by COVID-19: some had to...
Employee Experience, Surveys & Benchmarks, Communications
Trends
August 27, 2021

Is China’s Greater Bay Area (GBA) the next hot spot for international talents?

What is the Greater Bay Initiative? The Greater Bay Area (GBA) is China’s ambitious goal to develop an integrated...
Asia, Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 25, 2021

Ways to Capitalize on a Weaker Rental Market

We have recently seen an increased level of interest from companies who are keen to find ways to capitalize on a softer...
International Housing Guide, Housing & Utilities, Surveys & Benchmarks
Webinars and Events
August 24, 2021

Movers and shakers on the 2021 Global 150 Cities Index

Where did your city land? AIRINC recently released its annual Global 150 Cities Index of top cities that have the ideal...
Global 150, Europe, North America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 20, 2021

Losses and Gains in Foreign Exchange: An update on global currency - July 2021

Losses and Gains in the Foreign Exchange: July 2021 The COVID-19 Delta variant is widespread in several regions,...
Inflation, Research
Compensation
August 19, 2021

Best Approaches for Paying Talent When They are Remote or Move Across Borders

We’re thrilled to be hosting a tech demo with WorldatWork on September 22, titled “Best Approaches for Paying Talent...
Talent, Domestic Relocations, Salary
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 18, 2021

We recently welcomed twins, so why didn’t my Spendable Income double?

For those who like to organize their expenses, having a budget or a spendable amount is key. In the world of global...
Spendable, Methodology, Cost of Living / COLA
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 17, 2021

Tax Implications of the U.S. Infrastructure Bill and Budget Resolution

There are two recent important legislation developments that impact income taxation in the United States. First, on...
Tax, United States of America
Compensation
August 12, 2021

Is it Time to Rethink How You Set Compensation Levels in the "New" Normal?

The pandemic’s impact on a growing distributed workforce has been highlighted by many different talking heads. However,...
Talent, Inflation Impact Analysis, Salary
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 11, 2021

Looting, Lockdown, and the Expatriate Lifestyle in South Africa

South Africa had a rough July of civil protests, rioting, and looting. Lives were lost, shopping malls were robbed,...
Hardship, Africa
Domestic Relocation
August 4, 2021

Three Keys to Adapting your Domestic Relocation Program

Christopher Bloedel andI held a webinar last week to delve into the top challenges in Domestic Relocation. These...
Webinars, United States of America, Domestic Relocations
Istanbul
Allowances & Exchange Rates
August 2, 2021

Istanbul’s Rising Rents

Rents increased in Istanbul as demand for housing climbs and the value of the Turkish lira continues to slide against...
Europe, Research, Housing & Utilities
Trends
July 30, 2021

A Personalized Approach to Achieving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Mobility

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) is a hot topic for mobility professionals, but it has been a consideration of...
Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Surveys & Benchmarks
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 28, 2021

Marseille rental market crunch

Famous for its history as a Mediterranean port city, Marseille is France’s second most populous city. It sits on the...
Europe, Research, Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 23, 2021

Phasing Out France’s Infamous Residence Tax

The end is close for France’s highly disfavored taxe d’habitation, or residence tax. The Macron administration...
Tax, Europe
Trends
July 22, 2021

Key takeaways from the webinar on Brown-Forman’s mobility program

In a recent AIRINC case study webinar, Dr. Joy E. Hill, Global Mobility Manager for Brown-Forman discussed their global...
Webinars, Global Salary Comparison, Mobility Policy
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 21, 2021

Tax Update: AIRINC’s Pat Jurgens on ‘The View From The Top’ - Commuters

Global Mobility tax update AIRINC Global Tax Director Pat Jurgens joined Benivo’s 'The View from the Top' hosted by...
Tax, Commuters, Industry Events
Compensation
July 20, 2021

Affinity and Purchasing Power: Asia Pacific Case Study

Jeff Hawk, AIRINC’s Vice President Americas, recently wrote about compensation challenges “How Does Your Job Offer...
Asia, Global Salary Comparison, Global Equality Affinity
Domestic Relocation
July 19, 2021

U.S. real estate market and the impact on cost-of-living

Mark Twain famously said, “buy land, they’re not making it anymore”. This rings true today as it relates to the U.S....
Housing & Utilities, United States of America, Domestic COLA
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 16, 2021

Three, two, one, STAC!

The Formula One World Championship is the premier global car racing competition. This year’s racing started in Bahrain...
Fun
Trends
July 15, 2021

Communication Strategies For Smooth Group Moves

This past year, many companies have been presented with a pandemic-produced opportunity to relocate their office. Due...
Remote Work, Communications
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 14, 2021

Losses and Gains in Foreign Exchange: An update on global currency - June 2021

Losses and Gains in the Foreign Exchange: June 2021 Central Banks in many countries adjusted their policy to combat...
Inflation, Research
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 13, 2021

Data Points: Q.2 2021

A Selection of AIRINC Research Results This quarter’s cost of living research was conducted primarily in Europe, Asia,...
Data Points, Research, Housing & Utilities
Webinars and Events
July 12, 2021

June Virtual Roundtable of EMEA Global Mobility Leaders

AIRINC recently hosted a group of EMEA Global Mobility Leaders in June to discuss how the function is moving from...
Europe, Roundtables
Domestic Relocation
July 9, 2021

Are you are looking for domestic cost of living allowances (COLA), lump sum/managed cap allowances, or advice?

Access the industry leading domestic solution suite to effectively deploy your domestic talent.
Advisory Services, Lump Sums, Domestic COLA
Domestic Relocation
July 8, 2021

Simplifying Your Domestic Move Support

Domestic relocation practice is often complex given the wide range of employees and diverse locations. As a result,...
United States of America, Geographic Differential Index
Trends
July 7, 2021

Celebrating diversity in data collection

AIRINC’s global research methods were defined over 60 years ago. I am so proud of the thoughtful adaptations that we...
Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Data and Infographics
Trends
July 6, 2021

Preparing for the next wave of remote work requests

My colleague, Mike Wincott, recently outlined his predictions for remobilization. Mike believes remote work will...
Remote Work, White Papers & Articles, Communications
Trends
July 5, 2021

China Air Travel Restrictions

China announced that it will begin requiring negative COVID-19 tests within 48 hours of departure from all inbound...
Airfare, Asia
Allowances & Exchange Rates
July 2, 2021

Do you consider input from local HR when updating housing budgets?

Global Mobility is often challenged by local HR about the housing budgets in a given location. What do you do in this...
Housing & Utilities, Destination Service Provider
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 30, 2021

NEW UPDATE: COVID-induced States of Emergency and the Tax Implications for U.S. Employers

A Continued State of Emergency On Monday, June 28, the Supreme Court denied the request to hear the case brought...
Tax, United States of America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 28, 2021

Tax Update: AIRINC’s Pat Jurgens on ‘The View From The Top’

Global Mobility tax update AIRINC Global Tax Director Pat Jurgens joined Benivo’s 'The View from the Top' hosted by...
Tax, Remote Work, North America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 25, 2021

The Copa America - Cost of Celebrating in South America

Last week we mentioned the Euro Football Championship, but we would be remiss if we didn’t mention South America’s 47th...
Latin America, Fun
About AIRINC
June 24, 2021

AIRINC is pleased to welcome Marie Soubessens to the EMEA team!

Marie recently joined AIRINC’s EMEA team bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience. We had a chat about her journey...
AIRINC News, Europe
Compensation
June 22, 2021

Compensation Challenges: International Permanent Transfers

In a follow-up to Jeff Hawk's "How Does Your Job Offer Stack Up?" post, Adam Silver looked at the challenges of...
Talent, Global Salary Comparison
Webinars and Events
June 18, 2021

International Mobility in Africa

Last week I had the opportunity to present at the French network group Cercle Magellan’s 7th Africa Day on...
Africa, Industry Events
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 17, 2021

An Erratic Market in Dubai

An Erratic Market in Dubai Like many locations throughout the world, the rental market in Dubai has been chaotic since...
International Housing Guide, Middle East, Housing & Utilities
Trends
June 16, 2021

Virtual Roundtable of EMEA Global Mobility Leaders

AIRINC recently hosted a group of EMEA Global Mobility Leaders to discuss Unleashing the Power of Mobility in 2021,...
Europe, AIRINC Events, Roundtables
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 15, 2021

Introducing Commuter Cost Projections

International commuter assignments are one of the fastest growing segments of mobility. Until now, calculating these...
Assignment Cost Estimator, Commuters
About AIRINC
June 14, 2021

Winner of Best Partnership between a Corporate Organization and a Service Provider - Hewlett Packard Enterprise and AIRINC

AIRINC is delighted to announce winning the FEM EMMA award in partnership with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE). “HPE...
Partnerships, North America, Industry Events
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 11, 2021

EURO 2020 is finally happening in 2021, but what will it cost travelling fans?

After a difficult past year, the UEFA European Football Championship (the EUROs) 2020 finally kicks off this Friday,...
Fun, Cost of Living / COLA
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 9, 2021

Losses and Gains in Foreign Exchange: An update on global currency - May 2021

Losses and Gains in the Foreign Exchange: May 2021 The reopening of economies and industry has helped many countries...
Inflation, Research
Trends
June 8, 2021

The “How” behind DE&I in Mobility

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) is a trending topic in Mobility. This spring, AIRINC ran a pulse survey to...
Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Surveys & Benchmarks, Strategy & Design
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 4, 2021

NBA first round playoff predictions based on cost of living

Predicting the first round of the NBA playoffs might seem easy. The favorites usually triumph and there are few big...
Fun, United States of America
Allowances & Exchange Rates
June 3, 2021

Changing Places, Changing Prices - Impact of Inflation

Have your assignees ever asked, “The price of gas went up 20%, so why hasn’t my cost-of-living allowance (COLA)...
Inflation, COLA Change Report
Trends
June 2, 2021

Is Cost Containment Better than Cost Predictability?

64% of companies participating in our 2021 Mobility Outlook Survey report that cost predictability is a top priority...
Assignment Cost Estimator, Surveys & Benchmarks
Trends
June 1, 2021

AIRINC’s 2021 Mobility Outlook Survey: What are the lessons for service providers?

Recently, I was privileged to speak at The European Relocation Association (EuRA)’s annual summit. This network...
Advisory Services, Surveys & Benchmarks, Partnerships
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 28, 2021

Using cost of living to predict NHL playoff series

Predicting a winner of a hockey playoff series isn’t easy. So why not just use cost of living comparisons between the...
Fun, United States of America, Cost of Living / COLA
Compensation
May 27, 2021

NEW: Global Reward Index Calculator

Quickly and easily calculate global allowances using price ratio cost of living data! Many companies offer compensation...
Remote Work, Global Reward Index Calculator
Domestic Relocation
May 25, 2021

Trouble Moving Employees Domestically to High Cost U.S. Cities?

Tips to help increase uptake In general, getting an employee to accept a domestic relocation can be difficult. It is...
Lump Sums, United States of America, Domestic COLA
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 21, 2021

Japan, Olympics and COVID-19

What comes to your mind first when you hear "Tokyo"? Of course, the automatic connection everyone makes, it is the...
Asia
About AIRINC
May 20, 2021

3 AIRINCers in the Global Mobility Top 100 Service Providers List

The Most Admired Service Providers of 2021 The results are in! On May 19, the top 100 service providers were released...
AIRINC News, Industry Events
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 19, 2021

Barbados 12-Month Welcome Stamp: Impact on Housing Supply

The island country of Barbados was not initially hit hard by the pandemic. Only in recent months has the country...
Latin America, Research, Housing & Utilities
Compensation
May 18, 2021

Understanding the level of affinity between two locations can determine the success of a move

In a recent series of posts Jeff Hawk discussed compensation challenges of sourcing talent, affinity, and purchasing...
Global Salary Comparison, Salary, Global Equality Affinity
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 17, 2021

Interesting Facts about Monaco leading up to the Monaco Grand Prix

The 2021 Monaco Grand Prix is just around the corner (pun intended). This weekend, open wheel race cars will be flying...
Europe, Fun, Data and Infographics
Trends
May 14, 2021

The results are in! 2021 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Pulse Survey!

When asked about DE&I and how it relates to Global Mobility, the most common theme heard from mobility professionals is...
Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Surveys & Benchmarks
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 12, 2021

The Price of Security in Port-au-Prince

The COVID-19 pandemic has been the main topic of interest for most cities I have researched over the past year. I...
Latin America, Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 11, 2021

Bright Lights, Big City, Bigger Taxes!

In August 2019, my partner received a job offer he couldn’t pass up, so I asked to relocate from Boston to New York...
United States of America, Domestic Relocations, Global Salary Comparison
Allowances & Exchange Rates
May 6, 2021

Losses and Gains in Foreign Exchange: An update on global currency - April 2021

Movement Continues in the Foreign Exchange Market There has been movement in the foreign exchange markets due to the...
Inflation, Research
Trends
May 5, 2021

From Mobility to Mobilisation

One of the clear trends we have seen over the last year is the focus on companies mobilising their workforce...
White Papers & Articles, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy
Compensation
May 3, 2021

Globalizing Employee Perks

In June 2020 a client called me and said, “We’d like to pay our employees a work from home allowance to help cover the...
Remote Work, Global Reward Index Calculator
Cost of living
Domestic Relocation
April 29, 2021

Using Domestic COLA To Support A Talent Acquisition Strategy

Analyzing the benefits of Domestic COLA [Cost-Of-Living Allowance] Talent Acquisition Managers and Recruiters are...
Talent, United States of America, Domestic COLA
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 28, 2021

Negotiating Rent in the COVID Age

The COVID-19 pandemic created more opportunities for negotiating rents around the world. In some markets, landlords are...
Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 23, 2021

A Snapshot of International Housing Rental Markets [DATA POINTS Q.1 2021]

AIRINC Housing Update Below are select snapshots of rental markets around the world. These updates are taken from...
Data Points, Research, Housing & Utilities
Webinars and Events
April 21, 2021

InTalent: Connecting Mobility Professionals

Since spring 2019, AIRINC has regularly hosted a local Boston InTalent Group to connect mobility professionals and to...
Mobility Outlook Survey, United States of America, AIRINC Events
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 16, 2021

Rising Demand in Taubaté, Brazil

Taubaté’s rental market experienced rising demand in recent months. I spoke with local housing sources who explained...
Latin America, Research, Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 15, 2021

Omanization and the Ongoing Expatriate Exodus

Oman’s government first enacted Omanization in 1988 to replace guest-workers and expatriates with Omani citizens in all...
Middle East, Research
Trends
April 13, 2021

Takeaways from the 2021 Mobility Outlook Survey: Automotive Industry

The voice of the business and assignees is important Gathering feedback through Voice of the Customer (VOC) surveys of...
Transportation, Surveys & Benchmarks
Compensation
April 12, 2021

Attracting Talent

In our recent post on "How Does Your Job Offer Stack Up?" Jeff Hawk discussed the compensation challenges of sourcing...
North America, Global Salary Comparison, Salary
Compensation
April 9, 2021

New compensation tools at your fingertips

You asked, we delivered! We are now offering new reporting options through the Salary Evaluation Tool (SET). What's new?
Global Salary Comparison, Technology and Tools
Compensation
April 9, 2021

How does your job offer stack up?

Increasingly, sourcing talent no longer means being confined by geography. Finding the right candidate for the job may...
Talent, Salary, Global Equality Affinity
Trends
April 7, 2021

Takeaways from the 2021 Mobility Outlook Survey: Pharmaceutical

Focus on Pharmaceutical 2020 was the most challenging year for Global Mobility. However, it gave mobility teams the...
Surveys & Benchmarks, Mobility Policy
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 6, 2021

International Demand Strains Suriname’s Housing Market

In recent months, several major oil companies expanded their offshore drilling operations in Guyana to include...
Latin America, Research, Housing & Utilities
Shipping containers
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 6, 2021

The Suez Canal and Other Shipping Woes

Expensive and Delayed Shipments The landscape for shipping was already bad when the Ever Given got stuck in the Suez...
Africa, Furnishing Rental & Allowance
Trends
April 5, 2021

Takeaways from the 2021 Mobility Outlook Survey: Oil & Gas Industry

Focus on Oil & Gas After a year like 2020, it is no surprise that many industries are looking to change and adapt their...
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 1, 2021

Rental Shortage in Darwin and Perth

After experiencing years of a decline in housing market activity, Australian cities Darwin and Perth are now the...
Research, Housing & Utilities, Oceania
Allowances & Exchange Rates
April 1, 2021

Data Points: Q.1 2021

A Selection of AIRINC Research Results This quarter’s cost of living research was conducted primarily in North America,...
Data Points, Research, Housing & Utilities
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 31, 2021

Losses and Gains in Foreign Exchange: An update on global currency - March 2021

Movement Continues in the Foreign Exchange Market This movement is caused by a rise in pandemic cases, hyper-inflation,...
Inflation, Research
About AIRINC
March 31, 2021

Mobility News: Jason Tang appointed to Deputy Regional Leader (APAC) for AIRINC

AIRINC's APAC Region Deputy Leader: Jason Tang AIRINC is pleased to announce that Jason Tang is the new APAC Region...
AIRINC News, Asia
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 30, 2021

21 Fun Mobility Questions

April 6, 2021 | 3:00 PM EDT Alert: This is NOT your typical webinar! Join us for a fun way to test your mobility trivia...
Fun
Trends
March 29, 2021

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and Mobility - Four Practical Steps

Enhancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Initiatives Many companies are currently focused on enhancing their...
Diversity/Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Mobility Policy
Sydney
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 24, 2021

Sydney and Melbourne: Is There Supply for Every Demand?

Since March of 2020, more than 450,000 Australian citizens and permanent residents returned home on the advice of the...
Housing & Utilities, Oceania
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 23, 2021

U.S. tax developments: The American Rescue Plan and 2020 filing deadline extension [UPDATE]

The America Rescue Plan Act On March 11th, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021,...
Tax, United States of America
About AIRINC
March 23, 2021

AIRINC Mobility News: Bruno Lagasse appointed to Deputy Region Leader for EMEA

AIRINC's EMEA Deputy Region Leader: Bruno Lagasse AIRINC is pleased to announce that Bruno Lagasse is the new Deputy...
AIRINC News, Europe
Trends
March 22, 2021

Takeaways from the 2021 Mobility Outlook Survey: Financial Services

Focus on Financial Services 2020 was a very challenging year for Global Mobility. However, it gave mobility teams the...
Surveys & Benchmarks, Mobility Policy
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 18, 2021

U.S. tax developments: The American Rescue Plan and 2020 filing deadline extension

The America Rescue Plan Act On March 11th, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021,...
Tax, United States of America
Trends
March 16, 2021

Revisiting Core/Flex

The Demand for Greater Flexibility About a year ago, we reported over a third of companies we surveyed were considering...
Flexibility, Mobility Policy, COVID
Allowances & Exchange Rates
March 12, 2021

A House Supply Crunch in San Juan’s Rental Market

Supply Crunch Over the past year, the rental market in San Juan, Puerto Rico experienced a significant supply crunch of...
Research, Housing & Utilities
Compensation
March 10, 2021

Does your company pay a 'living wage' on a global scale?

The future of compensation It is time to look at your salary structures with a global lens. Why? Three main reasons are...
Talent, White Papers & Articles, Salary
Trends
March 9, 2021

2021 Mobility Outlook Survey - Download the Results

The results are in! The Mobility Outlook Survey (MOS) is one of our most anticipated benchmark surveys each year. With...
Advisory Services, Remote Work, Surveys & Benchmarks
Remote work challenges for the compensation professional
Compensation
March 2, 2021

President & CEO Steve Brink: Only Change Is Consistent - Navigating Remote Work for Compensation Professionals

AIRINC News: CEO Steve Brink published by WorldatWork, February 2021 WorldatWork published a recent article written by...
Remote Work, Salary
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 26, 2021

Losses and Gains in Foreign Exchange: An update on global currency - February 2021

Turbulence Continues in the Global Economy Global economic turbulence continues in the early months of 2021. Below are...
Inflation, Research
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 23, 2021

Affordable Housing Permits in The Hague

Affordable Housing Shortage The Hague’s rental market has been facing an affordable housing shortage over the past...
International Housing Guide, Europe, Housing & Utilities
Trends
February 19, 2021

What mental health benefits need to be considered for Remote Workers?

COVID-19 pandemic and the implications for employee wellbeing support and benefits AIRINC sat down with Gallagher to...
Remote Work, Virtual Assignments
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 17, 2021

Turkish Tax Effects On Imported Cars

Özel Tüketim Vergisi (ÖTV), special consumption tax, increased In late August, Turkey increased a special consumption...
Transportation, Tax, Europe
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 16, 2021

COVID-19’s impact on the Russian Rental Market: From Moscow to Irkutsk

Moscow, Russia. Photo taken from the AIRINC research archives. Moscow The rental market in Moscow has been greatly...
Europe, Housing & Utilities, COVID
Compensation
February 12, 2021

What Remote Work benefit challenges have arisen during the COVID-19 pandemic?

COVID-19 pandemic and the implications for employee support and benefits AIRINC sat down with Gallagher to discuss some...
Remote Work, Global Reward Index Calculator, COVID
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 12, 2021

Checklist for Covid-19 Tax Impacts, and a Global Tax “Crystal Ball” for 2021: AIRINC’s Pat Jurgen’s on ‘The View From The Top’

Global Mobility tax update AIRINC Global Tax Director Pat Jurgens joined Benivo’s 'The View from the Top' hosted by...
Tax, Industry Events, COVID
Compensation
February 12, 2021

Challenges Of Workforce Analytics Which Is Not Just Reporting, But Much More…

AIRINC News: CEO Steve Brink featured on HR Data Labs podcast Turetsky Consulting published a recent podcast from...
Industry Events, Data and Infographics, Technology and Tools
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 11, 2021

Can you guess which global rents are falling?

Dublin, Ireland Rents dropped in Dublin in the wake of COVID-19. Supply increased as assignees left the city and new...
Data Points, Housing & Utilities
Domestic Relocation
February 11, 2021

How do I accurately calculate an equitable new salary for U.S. Domestic Moves?

Determining an equitable cost-adjusted salary With respect to U.S. domestic transfers, state and local income tax...
Tax, United States of America, Global Salary Comparison
About AIRINC
February 10, 2021

Happy Chinese New Year 2021 from AIRINC!

Wishing you and your family a healthy and peaceful new year!
Asia, Fun
Allowances & Exchange Rates
February 5, 2021

Can you guess which global rents are on the rise?

Glass buildings in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Photo taken by AIRINC Surveyor Oscar Rasson. Cologne, Germany Due to limited...
Data Points, Inflation, Housing & Utilities
Compensation
February 3, 2021

The Challenge of Attracting Global Talent to Low Wage Countries

A Global Business Footprint Requires A Global Talent Pool As Asian companies expand worldwide to take advantage of...
Asia, Talent, Salary
Trends
February 1, 2021

Mobility's Shifting Future: The Next 10 Years

AIRINC's Christopher Ward featured in ERC Mobility Magazine YP40 Chair and AIRINC Relationship Manager Christopher Ward...
AIRINC News, Flexibility, Technology and Tools
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 29, 2021

Italy's push for Remote Workers: AIRINC’s Pat Jurgens on ‘The View From The Top’

Global Mobility tax update AIRINC Global Tax Director Pat Jurgens joined Benivo’s 'The View from the Top' hosted by...
Tax, Remote Work, Europe
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 28, 2021

What currencies are experiencing the most volatility in 2021?

Economic turbulence and currency volatility 2020 proved to be a year of unprecedented social, political, and economic...
Inflation, Research
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 27, 2021

Australia: Decrease in income tax for all taxpayers

Sydney Opera House. Photo taken by AIRINC Surveyor Zenab Tavakoli. Low and middle income tax offset retained The...
Data Points, Tax, Oceania
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 26, 2021

Strong demand bolstering rents in Shanghai

Entry suspended, market not upended. Although China has continued to suspend the entry of most foreigners, Shanghai’s...
Asia, Housing & Utilities
Trends
January 20, 2021

What does BREXIT mean for Cross Border Mobility? [Download]

The importance of agility post-BREXIT Twelve months ago, almost every conversation in the U.K. was dominated by Brexit....
Europe, White Papers & Articles
Trends
January 19, 2021

Online Retailers and COVID-19

The impact of online disruption COVID-19 has been a disruptive element in all sectors, upending societal norms and...
Data Points, COVID, Cost of Living / COLA
Unleashing the Power of Mobility by Morgan Crosby, AIRINC Global Growth Leader
Trends
January 14, 2021

Why focusing on this one thing will unleash the power of Mobility in 2021

Be Limitless in 2021! The possibilities for Global Mobility in 2021 are almost endless. The opportunities are so great,...
White Papers & Articles, Strategy & Design
Trends
January 13, 2021

The 3 most common Global Mobility policy mistakes and how to avoid them

Unleashing the Power of Mobility Mistakes, lessons learned, and a better way forward Your mobility policies say a lot...
Talent, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy
Housing demand dropping in Stockholm, along with supply?
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 12, 2021

Reduced Rental Demand and Supply in Stockholm, Sweden

Demand dropped, but so did supply? A quirk in the Stockholm rental market made it one of the more interesting cities...
Europe, Research
About AIRINC
January 8, 2021

Happy New Year 2021 from AIRINC!

Happy New Year from your team at AIRINC! What a year 2020 was in so many ways. For Global Mobility, we witnessed an...
Fun
Webinars and Events
January 8, 2021

Congratulations to Kerwin Guillermo, The Most Admired Global Mobility Professional in the World!

On behalf of AIRINC, I am delighted to congratulate Kerwin Guillermo on being recognized as the Most Admired Global...
Webinars, Industry Events
Trends
January 7, 2021

The Three Essentials of Global Mobility Now: An interview with AIRINC's Mike Wincott

FEM EMEA Virtual Summit Our very own Mike Wincott, Senior Director Client Solutions EMEA, sat down with Claire...
Industry Events, Strategy & Design, Mobility Policy
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 6, 2021

Global Mobility News: The latest in housing, tax, and goods & services [2020: Q4]

Data Points: A selection of AIRINC cost-of-living survey results The results are in! Data Points, AIRINC's quarterly...
Data Points, Research, Cost of Living / COLA
Compensation
January 6, 2021

The New Reality of Adjusting pay for Geographic Differences

This is the way it has always been done! As a long-time Compensation consultant and senior instructor at WorldatWork, I...
Remote Work, Global Salary Comparison, Salary
About AIRINC
January 5, 2021

A Year in Photos: AIRINC's 2020 Photo Contest

2020 was not the year anyone expected Remember the beginning of 2020? People commuted to work, traveled for leisure and...
Allowances & Exchange Rates
January 5, 2021

Housing's Rise and Fall in Georgetown, Guyana

Skyrocketing, falling, leveling: 2020's impact on Georgetown prices Between August 2019 and March 2020, Georgetown...
Latin America, Housing & Utilities, COVID
About Airinc
December 22, 2020

Results from AIRINC’s Benchmark Survey on International One-Way Moves are in!

How are companies using international one-way transfers? Eighty-seven percent of companies report using one-way...
Remote Work, One-Way Transfers
About Airinc
July 27, 2020

What is 'localization' and how does it fit in your Mobility program?

Business driven localizations We get a lot of inquiries about how to localize expats that have been on assignment for...
Localization, Employee Experience
Baku Oscar-317174-edited
About Airinc
May 21, 2018

How do you select the best approach to housing allowances?

Baku, Azerbaijan as seen during a recent AIRINC on-site cost of living survey. Photo taken by AIRINC surveyor Oscar...

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