Relocation News and Trends
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Immigration Today
As society continues to embrace globalization, immigration has become a complex issue that is faced by many companies when relocating employees. Delays in visa applications and immigration compliance continue to shift as technology changes and better tracking systems become available. Relocation Management Companies (RMCs) work closely with their immigration partners to stay abreast of complicated global changes.
TRENDS: Auto Shipping Forecast
In addition to shipping household goods, many relocating employees need to ship a vehicle to their new location. In the US contiguous states, autos are typically shipped via transit trucks, which makes the industry susceptible to economic shifts, such as higher gas prices. Relocation Management Companies, like NuCompass, work directly with vetted auto shippers at contracted rates and are able to protect corporate clients and their transferees from many of these rate increases.
Data Security and RMCs
In 2023, it is clear that data security and privacy are a crucial part of any business landscape. While there are many choices when selecting software or security options, there are core concepts that are needed across all companies and their vendors. When choosing a Relocation Management Company (RMC), there are four tips to consider in data protection:
Industry Trends: Household Goods
As we launch into 2023, it is important to review key relocation data from the prior year in order to make informed decisions. Earlier this month, we reviewed the top trends for housing, which had been largely affected by the economy. Now, let’s take a look at the top three trends in household goods, which appear to hold a better outlook for the new year:
Customer Service in Today's Environment
Throughout our 50 years in business, NuCompass has learned that communication with transferring employees is the most crucial aspect of our customer service process. This begins in the first conversations with transferees by outlining all policy components, setting expectations, providing realistic timeframes. Invariably, challenges occur during the course of a move, and the high-touch customer service provided by our Consultants can improve the transferee’s overall satisfaction.
Industry Trends: Housing
As we look at the latest trends in housing and temporary living, we find that many companies are planning for continued improvements in their relocation programs and are optimistic for the new year. Here are some of the key findings in 2022: