Exceptions are unexpected allowances and benefits provided to an assignee, that sit outside of the scope of the original international assignment policy. This article looks at how to make cost-saving improvements to your exception process.
For several reasons, changing compensation packages as a direct response to currency movements is nearly always a bad idea.
Equity among assignees is one of the holy grails of international HR but there is no simple way of achieving it. This blog post looks at the different salary approaches that can be used by a company, and the pros and cons of each.
Benefits are a crucial part of expatriate salary packages. In our latest Mobility Basics blog post we are looking at what assignment benefits are usually provided, how they are determined and how they are delivered to the assignee.
Cost is often the main concern when considering a commuter assignment but the financial implication is far from the only factor that matters when deciding if a commuting arrangement is the best fit.
Customs and etiquette vary widely from country to country, and your assignees may be unaware of the important differences. Our infographic highlights a few that you might find surprising!
Our latest Mobility Basics post looks at how and why mobility and location allowances are used when calculating salaries for international assignees.
ECA was a Headline Partner at the FEM EMEA Summit and EMMAs. ECA experts led various sessions at the event and our client HEINEKEN won an award for most innovative use of technology!
Wrapping up our three-part series, this article looks at how to structure employment arrangements and ensure the right policies and processes are in place to effectively manage short-term assignments.
We dispel a few myths, highlight common pitfalls to avoid and provide advice to help global mobility teams establish best practices and compliance when managing short-term assignments.