Key Takeaways:

• Global mobility is becoming more dynamic as companies adapt to new trends like workations and flexible work models.
• Flexibility in work arrangements is essential for attracting and retaining top talent in today’s competitive market.
• Compliance challenges are growing more complex, requiring companies to stay updated and agile with new regulations.
• Technology and automation are key tools in simplifying compliance processes and reducing costs.
• The future of work will likely involve hybrid models, requiring a balance between remote work flexibility and return-to-office policies.

Authors:

Patrick Koch is the Founder and CEO of WorkFlex, a compliance software company that automates risk management for business travel, assignments, and workations. With a background in consulting and two prior software ventures, he specialises in digitising and automating global mobility processes.

Stefan Remhof is Managing Partner of the People Mobility Alliance and Professor of International Management at IU International University. He has profound expertise in the fields of global mobility, expat management and international assignments.